New concept improves closed loop testing
Journal Article
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· Pipe Line Ind.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6264934
To optimize performance of a reciprocating gas compressor, design changes in the cylinder and valves can achieve small efficiency gains that can save tens of thousands of fuel dollars. To date, methods to prove out component changes -- field testing and closed loops -have impeded optimizing compressor design. To overcome the shortcomings, Ingersoll-Rand's Gas Compressor Division has built what it believes to be the most advanced closed loop test facility in the industry -- one that tests with the same gases, flows, pressures, and power in the field. This article describes the facility and its operation and itemizes the benefits derived from its use.
- OSTI ID:
- 6264934
- Journal Information:
- Pipe Line Ind.; (United States), Journal Name: Pipe Line Ind.; (United States) Vol. 60:2; ISSN PLINA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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032000* -- Natural Gas-- Transport
Handling
& Storage
COMPRESSORS
CONTROL EQUIPMENT
COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS
CYLINDERS
DESIGN
EFFICIENCY
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
EQUIPMENT
FIELD TESTS
FLOW REGULATORS
FLUID MECHANICS
GAS COMPRESSORS
HYDRAULICS
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MODIFICATIONS
OPERATION
PERFORMANCE TESTING
PIPELINES
POWER SUPPLIES
PUBLIC ENTERPRISES
TEST FACILITIES
TESTING
VALVES