On-site Assessment and Solution Definition
Through site surveys, operating data collection, and equipment documentation analysis, we deliver a system optimization plan and retrofit roadmap.
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Compressor System Optimization
Compressor System Optimization
Over long-term operation, compressor units can experience rising energy consumption, increased vibration, or performance degradation due to changing operating conditions, equipment aging, and system mismatches. Around the three pillars of energy-saving retrofit, vibration treatment, and performance optimization, Zhanwang draws on equipment operating data, site conditions, and equipment technical documentation to deliver systematic optimization and retrofit capabilities for our customers.
THREE PILLARS
EPILLAR · 01
Energy-Saving Retrofit
Energy-Saving Retrofit
VPILLAR · 02
Vibration Treatment
Vibration Treatment
PPILLAR · 03
Performance Optimization
Performance Optimization
PILLAR · 01Energy-Saving Retrofit
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Energy-Saving Retrofit
Assess unit operating conditions and load distribution, and optimize operating control strategy. Combined with VFD drives, control logic upgrades, and energy consumption benchmarking, we help customers lower specific energy consumption and shorten the payback period.
METHODS
VFD driveControl logic upgradeLoad distribution optimizationEnergy consumption benchmarkingInterstage cooling adjustmentNo-load operation mitigation
- APPLIES TO
- Legacy units · Low-load conditions · Variable-condition units
- KEYWORDS
- Specific energy consumption · Payback period · Operating control
PILLAR · 02Vibration Treatment
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Vibration Treatment
Following ISO 20816-8 and related mechanical vibration assessment standards, we carry out field vibration testing, pulsation analysis, and pipe stress analysis. Retrofits to piping supports, foundation alignment, and skid connections address the root causes of unit vibration.
METHODS
Field vibration testingPulsation analysisPipe stress analysisSupport stiffness retrofitFoundation alignment checkSkid connection assessment
STANDARDSISO 20816-8 mechanical vibration assessment
- APPLIES TO
- High-vibration units · Resonance conditions · Complex piping layouts
- KEYWORDS
- Pulsation · Resonance · Support stiffness · Alignment
PILLAR · 03Performance Optimization
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Performance Optimization
Based on compressor performance curves, operating parameters, and run records, we adjust and upgrade key elements such as valve configuration, piston rings and packing, lubrication system, and interstage cooling to restore design performance.
METHODS
Valve configuration optimization (PEEK valve plates)Piston ring assessment and replacementPacking condition assessmentLubrication system adjustmentInterstage cooling optimizationPerformance curve diagnostics
- APPLIES TO
- Performance-degraded units · Modified units · Long-running units
- KEYWORDS
- Performance curve · Volumetric efficiency · Thermal efficiency · Interstage cooling
SUPPORTING
From Site Assessment to Solution
Cross-team Collaboration
Working with after-sales, parts supply, and engineering design teams to ensure that retrofit solutions are executed in parts matching, engineering implementation, and factory testing.
HIGHLIGHTS
Capability Highlights
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Optimization solutions developed in combination with the Ariel and other core equipment technology platforms
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Vibration and performance assessment per ISO 20816, API, and related standards
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Systematic retrofit paths for legacy units and variable-condition scenarios
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Looking to optimize or retrofit a unit? We can start with an on-site assessment.