Turboexpanders
Turboexpander Products
L.A. Turbine designs and manufacturers application-specific, highly engineered turboexpanders in expander-compressor (oil or active magnetic bearings), turboexpander-dynamometer
(oil brake) and other specialized configurations.
Range
3KW to 14MW
Pressure
Handles up to 3,000 PSIG pressure
Speeds
Operates up to 105,000 RPM
Temps
Can accomodate between -195°C to 250°C
Applications
L.A. Turbine designs turboexpanders for a variety of applications in the midstream and downstream sectors.
Engineering Design
Turboexpanders are highly engineered machines operating under extreme pressure, temperature and speed. To ensure each turboexpander meets the performance, flow and quality requirements, L.A. Turbine designs follow first principles of engineering, include simulation technology & techniques, and undergo optimization strategies which are ISO 9001:2008 compliant.
Repair & Service
Repair & Service
LAT provides comprehensive aftermarket repair and service on LAT and any non-OEM legacy brand turboexpander. Call LAT’s FX-TURBO Team for onsite service or repair within our shop. LAT handles equipment transportation logistics too.
Repair & Redesign
Count on LAT’s FX-TURBO Aftermarket Team to repair, redesign, or refurbish any OEM turboexpander unit or parts, with expertise and speed, in our in-house engineering, fabrication, assembly and test facilities.
Parts
We design, create and repair parts for LAT & non-OEM turboexpanders in-house with expertise and speed. In 17+ years of aftermarket service we’ve seen and worked on every turboexpander brand and its parts. Keep plants running with expert help from LAT.
Upgrades
LAT designs and performs mechanical center section (MCS), component and control panel upgrades for LAT & non-OEM turboexpanders. Minimize capital expenses, extend the life of and enhance turboexpander performance with an upgrade.
Training
Learn from an expert in turboexpander design, repair and service. Hire LAT’s FX-TURBO Training Team to educate your people about turboexpander equipment, applications, maintenance and troubleshooting. Choose LAT curriculum or request customized coursework and hold training at your location or LAT Headquarters.
Resource Center
Resource Center
Your one-stop source for L.A. Turbine media coverage, LAT Newsletters, published papers, photos, videos, news releases and brochures.
Latest News
Read the latest media coverage and press releases about LAT’s products, services, applications and customer installations.
July 1, 2021
Chart Industries, Inc. has acquired L.A. Turbine, a global leader in turboexpander design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and testing for new and
June 22, 2021
Gain a solid understanding of turboexpander rotor dynamics in LAT's recently published article, "Introduction to oil bearing turboexpander rotor dynamics,"
January 6, 2021
Read one of Gas Processing & LNG magazine’s top articles authored by LAT titled, "Fundamentals of Turboexpander Design & Operation" for insight
July 20, 2020
LAT Performs Expander-Generator Repair & Servicing Read Now
June 23, 2020
LAT engineers discuss the fundamentals of turboexpander design, operations, special features, maintenance, troubleshooting + more
June 3, 2020
President Danny Mascari discusses the company’s aftermarket service focus on turboexpander maintenance, optimization and training, and the key role LAT’s
Newsletters
Read about LAT turboexpander product news, aftermarket case studies, FX-TURBO field service & commissioning activity, plus event and personnel announcements in our quarterly newsletter.
Case Studies & Brochures
Access LAT’s collection of turboexpander case studies, spec sheets and brochures.
Events & Tradeshows
Learn where L.A. Turbine will be an exhibitor, sponsor or presenter in the coming months.
Published Work
Read published works from industry symposia and publications authored by LAT engineers. Uncover solutions to vibration issues, discover new technology, and learn about AMB upgrades and retrofit ideas.
Published date: June 9, 2020
Gas Processing & LNG – May/June 2020 Tadeh Avetian and Luis E. Rodriguez Fundamentals of Turboexpander...
Published date: April 20, 2020
Turbomachinery International – March/April 2020 Tadeh Avetian, Luis E. Rodriguez and Junyoung Park How...
Published date: August 21, 2019
Featured in the 48th turbomachinery pump symposia on September 2019 Addressing High Sub-Synchronous Vibrations...
Published date: August 16, 2019
Recent technological developments within the world of turboexpanders (TEXs) promise to make the utilisation...
Published date: August 7, 2019
Learn how turboexpander magnetic bearing retrofits can boost production, extend equipment life and reduce...
Media Library
Find photos or videos of LAT turboexpander machinery, skids, turbine wheels, Beer Monks and events here.
Photo Gallery
Video Gallery
LAT's ARES AMB Turboexpander-Compressor
What a turboexpander is, how it works and various applications.
Our Company
Our Company
L.A. Turbine, a Chart Industries Company, is a full-service turboexpander engineering, manufacturing and aftermarket services company serving customers on five continents.
Since 2003, LAT has been the go-to aftermarket service provider to thousands of global customers regardless of the OEM. Since 2007, the company has designed, built and delivered 150+ LAT turboexpanders and commissioned 100+ units.
LAT performs equipment design, fabrication, assembly and testing under one roof. We drive the process and delivery timelines so we are not beholden to other vendors. Only LAT holds this unique position in the turboexpander market.
We’re committed to providing excellent service with every customer touchpoint via our dedicated FX-TURBO Teams in aftermarket repair, field service, training and account management.
Our History
Founded in 2003 as an aftermarket turboexpander services provider, L.A. Turbine has evolved into a leading OEM turbomachinery engineering, manufacturing & service company.
Dig into Our History to uncover other LAT milestone moments including the recent delivery of ARES AMB, the industry’s first turboexpander-compressor with a skid-mounted AMB controller and PLC.
LAT Solution
Why choose LAT? Because we are innovative turboexpander specialists, customer-focused, flexible, reliable and build high-quality turbomachinery.
Turboexpander Specialists
Turboexpander design and service is the focus of our
business.
Customer Excellence
We are committed to exceeding customer expectations and providing exceptional service.
Experienced
LAT has sold, engineered, built and delivered 150+ L.A. Turbine turboexpanders.
Innovators and Problem Solvers
Our team brings outside-the-box thinking to turboexpander design, problems and production.
Total Solution Provider
We design, manufacture, build and test all equipment at LAT HQ.
Leadership
Our tenured leadership team is committed to rethinking turboexpanders while inspiring innovation, engagement and autonomy in our people to deliver successful outcomes.
Partners & Agents
LAT provides global turboexpander expertise and service through 16 partners & agent relationships in Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and South America. Access the partner directory for more information.
Certifications
LAT is an active and approved participant in several of the industry’s largest quality certification and pre-qualification service agencies. These include being ISO 9001: 2015 certified, an ISNetworld vendor and PICS member, and Achilles certified in several countries.
Careers
Our people are our foundation. We recruit changemakers with intellect, energy and integrity, and we reward results. Join a company where you can make a difference every day, where your voice is heard, your talent appreciated, and ideas encouraged.
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We don’t just repair the part, we get to the root cause of the problem with a turboexpander evaluation. The diagnostic service includes a comprehensive review of all components and auxiliary parts and the production of a report detailing the findings and corrective action recommendations. LAT’s FX-TURBO Team will dig deep to find the right repair solution plus ensure an isolated problem or failure isn’t an indicator of something more serious happening within the mechanics, instrumentation or equipment performance.
