Intelligent Air.
Single-Stage integrally geared CompreSSor teChnologieS
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C o m p r e S S o r C o m p o n e n t S
Compressor – Meets the demands for high efficiency and
maximum regulating range. Electric linear actuators precisely
move the inlet guide vanes and variable diffuser vanes to
automatically and continuously optimize efficiency and
vary flow.
Gearbox – Speed increasing gearbox is integral with
the compressor.
Driver – Compressors can be driven by electric motors,
internal combustion engines, or steam turbines.
Coupling and OSHA Guard – Torsional analysis dictates
the type of coupling to provide the longest life with
lowest maintenance.
Base/Oil Reservoir – The compressor/gearbox, driver, and
oil lube system are mounted on a common, rigid base.
Lube oil reservoir is integral within the base.
Lube Oil System – Electric and mechanical oil pumps, oil/
water cooler, oil filters, and piping are skid mounted.
Inlet Filter/Silencer – Two-stage filter provides maximum
filtration to protect downstream underwater air diffusers.
Valves – A variety of isolation and performance-enhancing
valves can be provided with any Turblex system.
Local Control Panel – Designed for monitoring and
controlling Turblex compressors. The panel can be skid
or remote mounted.
Instrumentation – Tailored to customer requirements and
comes factory pre-wired to the control panel.
Isolation Mounts – Isolates the compressor from the floor.
fig.1: Compressor Components
Discharge Cone/Silencer
Blow-off Butterfly Valve
Blow-off Valve Silencer
Air Compressor and Gearbox
Inlet Silencer
Inlet Filter
Inlet TransitionShroud
Coupling and OSHA Guard
Lube Oil Cooling Components
Main Drive Motor
Operator Interface
Local Control Panel
Vibration Isolators
Base/Oil Reservoir
Discharge Check Valve
Discharge Butterfly Valve
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The Turblex single-stage, integrally-geared compressor
is the world’s most efficient. With thousands of units
operating worldwide, it has developed an unparalleled
record of long-term reliability and maintenance-free
performance. In fact, the Turblex single-stage compressor
is so efficient that most older compressor installations can
be replaced by Turblex units with the cost of replacement
recovered in a few short years by power savings.
• Variable flow with turndown to 45% (or less) at
constant speed.
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• Highest efficiency is automatically and continuously
maintained over the entire turndown range, including
off-design ambient temperatures and pressures where
units most often operate.
• High-quality bearing construction results in exceptionally
long life with minimal maintenance.
• Guaranteed oil-free air delivery.
• Compact design saves floor space and facilitates the
replacement of older, less efficient compressors.
fig. 3: Capacity of this integrally geared unit is 140,000 scfm, 10.4 psig,
7,000 Hp motor.fig. 4: Operating in a sulfur recovery process, this separate gearbox unit
produces 200,000 scfm, 7.7 psig, 7,500 Hp.
acfm x 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
KA2 KA5 KA10 KA22 KA44 KA66 KA80 KA100
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Compressor air requirements that exceed 60,000 scfm per
unit employ “large unit construction” with enhanced support
structure for the larger volute casing. Depending on
capacity and size, the unit may be fitted with an integral
or separate gearbox.
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All components in the air stream are aerodynamically designed to
minimize turbulence, thus streamlining flow through the compressor.
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fig.7,8: Turblex impellers are milled from solid, forged billets of the highest grade aircraft
alloy, using five axis, numerically-controlled milling machines. The exact impeller shape is
determined from a computerized database of thousands of previously tested compressors
and ongoing aerodynamic design improvements. Thus, each new impeller incorporates all
previous test data, ever-increasing the overall efficiency.
fig. 9: Flow control is achieved by adjusting 17 to 21
non-symmetrical airfoil shaped diffuser vanes (VD),
arranged radially around the periphery (discharge side)
of the impeller.
fig. 6: Inlet air is continuously and automatically pre-rotated
by 13 to 24 non-symmetrical airfoils, arranged radially
around the concentric inlet, thus maximizing efficiency
throughout the operational range. The vanes are
supported at both ends, an unusually strong and
long-lasting configuration.
Variable Inlet Guide Vanes
Variable Diffusers
fig. 5 (below): The aerodynamically designed concentric (annular) air inlet cavity decreases
in cross-sectional area as air approaches the impeller. In concert with the variable inlet
guide vanes (IGV), this geometry creates a “whirlwind” effect, pre-rotating and uniformly
accelerating the air approaching the impeller.
Impeller
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Figure 10 illustrates the unusually efficient output of
the Turblex compressor. A unique “dual-point control”
operational model combines the efficiency optimizing
inlet guide vanes (IGV) with a set of variable diffuser vanes
(VD). These dual vanes simultaneously and continuously
modulate. An algorithm, contained in the programmable
logic controller (PLC) of the local control panel (LCP), is
responsible for directing modulation of these variable
vanes, based on changes in inlet temperature, differential
pressure, and discharge capacity. These are the three
variables that affect machine efficiency.
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fig. 10: Efficiencies of various blowers/compressors. Dashed curve illustrates where
turndown may be limited.
fig. 11: Performance curves for the same application using inlet
guide vane or inlet butterfly valve capacity control (blue lines)
are compared to a Turblex dual vane unit (red lines). In this case,
the end-user required operation to 37% of maximum capacity.
The inlet guide vane unit would have been required to blow-off
air to avoid surging in the lower range (to the left of Point 1). The
Turblex unit was not only able to turn down to this low volume,
but was more efficient over the entire turn-down range.
As illustrated in figure 11, the Turblex dual vane compressor
has a performance curve (red lines) that is very steep
(almost vertical) and backward leaning as pressure rises
to surge. Only small changes in capacity occur as pressure
changes. This is an important advantage, especially in
process applications where the same mass flow of air is
required over wide pressure changes [e.g. sequencing
batch reactors (SBR)]. Secondly, the dual vane surge
curve is almost flat across the entire turndown range of
100-45%. This provides very stable control at highest
efficiency across the entire turndown.
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Labyrinth & SealFast ShaftBearings
Slow Shaft MechanicalOil Pump
Oil Reservoir
Variable DiffusersImpeller
Inlet Guide VanesInlet Air Flow
Teardrop Volute
Labyrinth & SealFast ShaftBearings
Slow Shaft Mechanical Oil Pump
Variable DiffusersImpeller
Inlet Guide VanesInlet Air Flow
Teardrop Volute
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Speed increasing gearbox selection depends
on the compressor capacity, horsepower,
and type of driver. All Turblex gearboxes share
similar heavy-duty design features for unusually
long and maintenance-free operation.
• AGMA gear quality of 12 or better
• Multi-point, non-contact labyrinth seals
• Service factor of, at least, 1.8
• Cast iron housing ASTM A48 Class 30B
Turblex units have air/oil shaft seals that
incorporate an aluminum alloy labyrinth with
multiple slinger rings (diameter changes) on
the shaft that guarantees 100% oil-free air.
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fig. 13: Model GL gearboxes are vertically split. The fast
shaft and overhung impeller operate between the first
and second critical speeds. An inspection plate allows
gearbox inspection without disassembly.
fig. 14: The heaviest duty GL500 horizontally split gearbox
operates below the first critical speed and features a
double helical “herringbone” gear.
fig. 15: Model GK gearboxes incorporate economical
roller bearing design. The smaller KA2 unit is splash-oil
lubricated and air-cooled via fins on the casing. The KA5
and KA10 units use a shaft-driven oil pump and external
cooler. All GK models have a small oil reservoir internal
to the gearbox.
fig. 16: Model GL gearboxes use the highest quality
hydrodynamic lubricated journal bearings for longer life
and minimum vibration. Bearings are constructed of
bronze, which results in cooler running bearings and
lower maintenance costs. Steel backed bearings are
optionally available.
fig. 17: The Model GK gearbox design incorporates
silicon nitride rolling element bearing construction, thus
maximizing hardness and minimizing friction, deflection,
and thermal growth.
Labyrinth & SealInspection CoverHigh Speed CouplingFast ShaftBearings
Slow Shaft & DoubleHelical Gear
MechanicalOil Pump
Variable DiffusersImpeller
Inlet Air Flow
Inlet Guide VanesTeardrop Volute
fig. 16: Journal Bearings fig. 17: Ball Bearings
fig. 13: Model GL Gearbox
fig. 14: Model GL500 Gearbox
fig. 15: Model GK Gearbox
fig. 12: Cutaway
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S k i d m o u n t e d l u b r i C a t i o n S y S t e m
Pressure oil lubricated journal and thrust bearings operate
with an oil film between the bearing surface and the shaft. This
prevents “metal to metal” contact and produces an almost
infinite bearing life. Lube oil is pumped from the integral oil
reservoir in the skid base through the air or water-cooled oil
cooler. The lube oil then passes through an oil filter and into the
gearbox bearings. After cooling and lubricating the bearings,
oil drains back into the oil reservoir through an opening in the
bottom of the gearbox.
S o u n d at t e n u at i o n pa C k a g e S
Turblex offers several sound attenuation options:
Sound attenuation of a compressor installation is greatly
impacted by the in situ environment. For example, inlet and
discharge piping design can especially affect the sound level of
an installed system. Turblex can offer a variety of tools to assist
the design engineer including piping layout options and technical
papers on construction techniques to reduce noise emission.
Option 2: 89-93 dB(A)
Option 1, plus a sound blanket
around the compressor/gearbox
and a quiet duty motor.
Option 3: 80-85 dB(A)
Option 1, plus an acoustical enclosure around the entire skid.
fig. 20: A wide variety of sound enclosure designs can be provided for indoor
or outdoor installations, emitting sound levels below 80 dB(A). Note the air-
cooled oil coolers on top of the enclosures.
fig. 18: Close-up of a water-cooled oil lubrication system, mounted
on the compressed skid.
fig. 19: One of three KA44-GL315 flue gas desulfurization oxidation
air compressors, each 18,000 scfm, 30 psig, 2500 Hp. Note the
acoustical sound blanket around the air end and gearbox.
CoolerWater Piping
Electric Pump
Mechanical Pump
Oil Filter
Option 1: 93-95 dB(A)
• Acoustically “soft” room
• Outlet pipe velocity less than
4,000 ft/min (20 m/s)
• Sound lag air piping
• Turblex inlet filter silencer
• Turblex discharge cone silencer
• Quiet duty motor
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Careful selection of accessories and aerodynamic piping design yields even
greater energy savings of the entire package.
Inlet Filter/Silencer – A Turblex inlet filter/silencer connects directly to the
compressor inlet, which eliminates the inlet piping. This reduces sound levels,
inlet piping pressure loss, and greatly facilitates air filter replacement.
Discharge Cone/Silencer – The Turblex discharge cone/silencer (Evase’ stack)
completes the conversion of velocity to pressure energy in the most efficient
manner possible. Fitted with acoustical packing on the inside wall, it also
provides sound attenuation at the direct compressor outlet.
Blow-off Valve and Silencer – Electrically operated butterfly valve and silencer
is open when the compressor is off-line, and pulses closed after start-up to
gently bring the compressor on-line, thus minimizing power on start-up.
Discharge Check Valve – Used for prevention of reverse air flow, this valve is
important for smooth start-up, being gradually pushed open, as the compressor
comes on-line and builds up pressure.
Discharge Valve – Used for isolation and prevention of reverse air flow while
off-line, this electrically operated valve is closed while off-line and opens
during compressor start-up.
Flex Connectors – Inlet and discharge flex connectors isolate vibration and
unbalanced loads from the compressor casing.
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fig. 21: Inlet filter/silencer for a Model KA10 unit,
7,500 scfm. Dual filter elements are replaced
via side-opening doors. The highly effective
Turblex inlet silencer consists of a stacked
lamella of sound insulation.
fig. 22: KA66-GL400, 22,500 scfm, 1,000 Hp,
8.0 psig installation showing accessories.
Discharge Expansion Joint
Discharge Temperature Gauge
Discharge Cone/Silencer
Inlet Filter Differential Pressure Gauge
Discharge Pressure Gauge
Inlet Transition Shroud
Inlet Filter
Blow-off Silencer
Blow-off Valve Actuator
Inlet Silencer
Inlet Flex Connector
Local Control Panel
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t h i n k i n g i n S i d e t h e b o x
The Turblex containerized compressor is a modularized,
self-contained unit. Set in place, connect the electrical
and the discharge piping, and that’s it; no compressor
building, no installation. The expense of a “brick and
mortar” compressor building is eliminated. It can even be
set next to the aeration cells to minimize large diameter
main air header piping.
All accessory components are furnished by Turblex
to minimize jobsite construction and installation labor.
The compressor local control panel (LCP), conveniently
positioned inside the container, is wired to all skidded
instruments. The main drive motor starter may also be
provided and wired inside the container.
Container Construction – Is similar to a standard shipping
container except all walls and floors are acoustically
insulated. This results in sound levels in the low 80’s, five
feet from the exterior.
Local Controls and Instruments – The LCP is mounted
inside the container. An optional ‘slave’ operator interface
on the outside wall allows compressor monitoring
and adjustment without entering the container. Safety
monitoring instruments are conveniently mounted on
the skid and located for ease of access, calibration,
and observation.
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fig. 24: Containerized KA10, 6,000 scfm, 10 psig with roll-out inlet filter/silencer.
fig. 23: Model KA2 containerized units, 2,316
scfm, 8.0 psig, 100 Hp, during factory testing.
Inlet Filter/Silencer – A louvered container door protects
the compressor air inlet from blowing rain and snow. Inlet
air then passes across the two-stage inlet filters, the inlet
silencer, and into the blower inlet. Access doors on the
sides of the filter box allow easy removal and replacement
of the 2 × 2 ft. panel filters.
Other accessories – The electric operated blow-off and
discharge butterfly valves, air discharge cone/silencer,
discharge check valve, blow-off silencer, and flex connectors
are shipped loose for integration into the contractor-
installed discharge air piping.
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Turblex compressors are provided with safeguards and monitors for
long-term, trouble free operation. Other instruments are available
to monitor compressor operation and include vibration and bearing
temperature monitors that are generally used on larger units.
Maintenance status monitors are available for inlet air filters, oil filters,
oil reservoir level, and reverse rotation. In fact, Turblex engineers
excel at providing custom-instrumented systems to meet specific end
user requirements.
C u S t o m i z e d l o C a l C o n t r o l S pa n e l S
The LCP with integral programmable logic controller (PLC) is generally
mounted on the skid with factory wiring of instruments. If the LCP is
remote (freestanding), instruments are factory wired to skid-mounted
junction boxes. All signals are available for interface with upstream
plant process computer systems, and include the following functions:
Start/Stop – Local or remote (automatic) control in accordance with a
specific start-up/shutdown sequence.
Monitor of Safeguards – Alarm of any safety monitor will cause
shutdown either on soft stop or emergency (immediate) shutdown. A
soft stop allows the blow-off valve to partially open before shutdown,
minimizing surge.
Efficiency Optimization – Aerodynamic flow through the compressor
is optimized to obtain the lowest possible power consumption with
changing compressor capacity, ambient temperature, or differential
pressure. The PLC contains efficiency optimization software that
simultaneously and continuously modulates the diffuser vanes and the
inlet guide vanes as these three variables change.
Operator Interface Screen Monitor – Advanced visual graphics are
displayed on a touch sensitive, full-color screen.
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fig. 25: Typical skid-mounted local control panel with touch-
sensitive operator interface (OI). All Turblex control panels
incorporate customer specified PLC’s and OI’s.
m a S t e r C o n t r o l pa n e l ( m C p )
The MCP is the heart of the entire aeration system
and houses the job specific and custom designed
operating software. The MCP performs many
functions, including the three major control loops that
optimize performance.
• Air Header Pressure Control – Regulates the on-line
air compressor volume based on an air header set-point.
• Process Variable Control – This loop within a loop,
fine tunes each air flow set point, thus feeding the
proper volume of air to each aeration cell.
• Most Open Valve Control – Maintains the air flow
control valves in their most open position, ensuring
the lowest overall system pressure.
Other functions performed by the MCP include:
• Lead-lag compressor selection
• Air header blow-off valve algorithm
• System time delays
• Setpoint intervals
• System data acquisition and monitoring
• Data transmission to plant computer
fig. 26: Operating screens are customized for each project.
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A Turblex supplied air delivery system offers the design
engineer an opportunity to maximize efficiency of the
overall system by operating at the lowest air header
pressure and the minimum air volume to meet process
oxygen demand.
The air delivery system, designed to operate as an integrated
cost savings system, consists of:
Air Flow Control Valves – Modulating air flow control
valves must be properly sized to operate between about
20% and 80% open.
Air Flow Meters – Used to control air flow to each
aerated zone.
Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Probes – The process monitor is
generally dissolved oxygen and must be reliable and
long lasting.
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Main Air Header Blow-off Valve – Start-up (evacuation of
water in aeration piping) and optimization are facilitated
by use of this valve. With an appropriate algorithm in the
MCP, overall system surge can be virtually eliminated.
Piping – Using conservative piping air velocities and low
pressure drop piping components minimizes air header noise
and pressure drop. Turblex facilitates overall aeration
piping layout by saving space and materials with optimum
aerodynamic piping design.
Single point responsibility by Turblex will ensure that
the entire aeration system is supplied with the properly
sized components. The system is then placed on line
by Turblex, and optimized to maximize efficiency with
minimal operator attention.
fig. 27: Complete Aeration System Diagram
Main Header Pressure Transmitter
Main Air Header Blow-off Valve and Silencer
Air Flow Meter
Air Flow Control Valve to Aeration Basin
Manual Air Control Valve
Dissolved Oxygen Probe
Fine Bubble Diffusers
Master (System) Control Panel
Main Motor Starter
Single-Stage Blower Assembly
Local Control Panel
Multi-Stage Compressor Assembly (part of hybrid system)
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W o u l d y o u C a r e f o r a n u p g r a d e ?
The upgrade of aging aeration systems is a Turblex specialty. No
other company matches our expertise when it comes to taking on
this difficult task. Several alternatives are available and the proper
choice rests with the end-user’s desires, the cost of upgrade, and
operating cost savings.
Retrofit Instrumentation and Controls – Aging centrifugal compressors
may be mechanically functional, but valves, instrumentation, controls,
and oil lube systems need upgrade/replacement. Turblex will visit the
jobsite, inventory the compressors, and make recommendations for the
upgrade/replacement of the LCP, instruments and ancillary equipment.
Reuse or Replacement of Existing Compressors – A new Turblex
single-stage is provided, then one or two existing units are upgraded
for use as standby compressors as well as for peak demand periods.
Retrofit Existing Compressor Buildings – Because the Turblex
units have a smaller footprint than comparable equipment, our
engineering staff is experienced in custom designing single-stage
compressors to retrofit existing compressor buildings with minimal
piping modifications.
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fig. 28: Turblex engineers take inventory of an aging
installation to determine what can be reused, and what
items need upgrade or replacement.
fig. 30: Existing compressors were provided with new LCPs
and a new Turblex compressor installed.
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In some cases, a combination of different types of
compressor technologies may be most economical.
A multi-stage, with a lower first cost, albeit less
efficient, is “base loaded” or used as the standby
(spare) compressor. That is, the multi-stage, when
needed, is run at 100% capacity, where it is most
efficient and the Turblex single-stage compressor
then varies capacity to meet demand.
fig. 31: Hybrid compressor installation with three Turblex
compressors used for variable process air flow control and one
multi-stage compressor used for base load and/or standby
operation. Each unit is 17,490 scfm, 8.8 psig, 900 Hp.
fig. 29: The latest computer aided design techniques facilitate layout.
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Q u a l i t y C o n t r o l a n d t e S t i n g
Turblex ISO 9001-2000 quality assurance procedures
and the customer’s own requirements, combine to form
the basis of a rigorous inspection/test program. With
efficiency being a key advantage of the Turblex single-
stage compressor, only the most complete and detailed
test program will suffice to prove performance on the
test stand. Likewise, the aeration system, as a whole, will
only accomplish peak power savings if it is designed,
tested, and operated as one combined system. Major
milestones of quality assurance and testing the entire
aeration system include:
• Torsional and Lateral Critical Speed Analysis.
• Manufacture/Assembly – Per ISO 9001-2000 standards.
• Compressor Performance Tests – Per ASME PTC-10.
• Completed Assembly Tests – Functional testing of all
components including blow-off and air valves, connected
to the LCP.
Our commitment to quality assurance, with testing
of the entire system, ensures the most efficient and
trouble-free installation.
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fig. 32: Operator training is an integral part of the Turblex service program.
fig. 33: All servicemen are extensively trained and experienced to
handle all facets of both electrical and mechanical servicing of Turblex
equipment, as well as training end-user personnel in operational and
maintenance strategies.
S e r v i C e a n d S pa r e pa r t S
Turblex compressors, using only the highest quality
components, operate for unusually long periods before
maintenance is required. If needed, however, service
technicians and mechanical/electrical engineers can be
dispatched to a job site within 24 hours. Spare parts and
materials are shipped via overnight air freight from Turblex
warehouses in Springfield, Missouri, centrally located in
the population and geographic center of North America.
Preventative maintenance, service, and operator training
contracts are available. Contact your local representative
or Turblex for details.
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Turblex can provide a custom engineered aeration
system to meet a variety of requirements. Some design
considerations include:
• Automated control of compressors and downstream
air distribution system
• Reduction of contractor-installed air piping
• Variety of sound attenuation options
• Custom operator interface stations
• Minimization of footprint
• Maximum turndown
• Precise control of flow and pressure
Turblex compressor packages are tailored to the end-
user’s specifications. Lube oil piping is generally Schedule
40 carbon steel with welded fittings, and is available in
stainless steel. Electrical conduit, electrical wiring, and
instruments are provided “per specifications.” Turblex units
also meet most elements of API 672. Your Turblex Regional
Sales Manager and local Manufacturer’s Representative
will be pleased to work with you on special applications.
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fig. 34: Turblex Model KA2 units, 2,316 scfm, 8.0 psig, 100 Hp, containerized
compressors mounted on the fixed surface aerator concrete pedestal.
Replacement of the surface aerators with Turblex compressors and fine
bubble diffusers saved 56 percent power costs of the entire plant.
fig. 35: Installation of smaller Model KA2 units at a western wastewater
facility, 1,550 scfm, 8.1 psig, 100 Hp.
fig. 38: Installation of compressors at a southern wastewater treatment
plant, KA66, 22,500 scfm, 8.0 psig, 1,000 Hp.
fig. 36: Model KA10 units providing oxidation air to a flue gas desulphurization
process at a coal-fired power plant. 5,500 scfm, 16.8 psig, 500 Hp.
fig. 37: Model KA22 units, 12,300 scfm, 8.2 psig, 600 Hp.
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As a Siemens Company, Turblex is part of an organization
with presence in more than 190 countries. The experience,
support and stability of the Siemen’s organization filters
down to every Turblex customer, delivering a world
class experience.
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fig. 41: Turblex KA66 units, each rated for 28,654 scfm, 8.3 psig and 1,250 Hp.fig. 40: Three 1,000 Hp model KA22 units, each rated for 10,000 scfm,
21.0 psig, and featuring local mounted Turblex inlet filter/silencers.
fig. 43: Siemens Turbomachinery A/S manufactures and tests the compressor and
gearbox at the factory complex (lower right), located in Helsingor, Denmark, 60
minutes north of Copenhagen. The famous Kronberg Castle of Shakespeare’s
Hamlet is located just north of the factory, a focal point of this historic city.
fig. 42: Highly skilled electricians, pipe fitters, mechanical and electrical
engineers apply their craft to the production and testing operations at
the Turblex manufacturing shop in Springfield, Missouri.
fig. 39: Installation featuring five KA10 units, each rated for 6,000 scfm,
11.2 psig and 400 Hp.
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Turblex is committed to partnering with our customers to produce the most intelligent aeration solution available in the industry today. Our goal is quite simple: exceed customer expectations by producing single-stage compressor technology unparalleled in efficiency, flexibility, and reliability.