Gain a solid understanding of turboexpander rotor dynamics in LAT’s recently published article, “Introduction to oil bearing turboexpander rotor dynamics,” by Tadeh Avetian and Luis E. Rodriguez in Gas Processing magazine’s May/June 2021 issue. Expand your knowledge now.
Tag Archives: Turbomachinery
Gas Processing Features LAT Turboexpander Basics Article
Read one of Gas Processing & LNG magazine’s top articles authored by LAT titled, “Fundamentals of Turboexpander Design & Operation” for insight on turbomachinery basics + maintenance, troubleshooting & special features. Read Now
ARES AMB Turboexpander in 2020 Compression Yearbook
CT2’s Compression Yearbook includes multiple entries on the commissioning of L.A. Turbine’s ARES AMB turboexpander units for cryogenic gas processing in the Bakken Shale and along the Panola pipeline. Read LAT’s summary or view the entire yearbook.
CT2 Interviews LAT President
President Danny Mascari discusses the company’s aftermarket service focus on turboexpander maintenance, optimization and training, and the key role LAT’s FX-TURBO team plays in the delivery. Read Now
L.A. Turbine Commissions First ARES AMB Turboexpander-Compressor at New Bakken Shale NGL Plant
L.A. Turbine announced the commissioning of its first ARES Active Magnetic Bearing (AMB) Turboexpander-Compressor within a newly established natural gas liquid (NGL) processing plant Read Now
Pushing the envelope
Tadeh Avetian and Luis E. Rodriguez, L.A. Turbine, USA, discuss the latest breakthroughs in turboexpanders for the LNG industry. Recent technological developments within the world of turboexpanders (TEXs) promise to make the utilisation of active magnetic bearings (AMBs) even more widespread across all gas-related industries, and to allow end-users and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) […]
Lube Oil Problems Cause 50% of Machine Failures
A recent TMI article states, “More than 50% of all [turboexpander] failures and operational issues can be traced back to lube oil problems.” Proper condition monitoring and wear debris analysis are key preventative measures. Read Now
TMI lists L.A. Turbine as a key turbomachinery supplier of new equipment.
TMI lists L.A. Turbine as a key turbomachinery supplier of new equipment and aftermarket services to the turbomachinery industry. Handbook also highlights LAT’s ARES AMB turboexpander with industry-first skid-mounted AMB Controller in its NEW PRODUCTS section. Read Now
Dual L2000 Units Featured in Hydrocarbon Engineering
L.A. Turbine receives rave reviews for the new ARES Active Magnetic Bearing (AMB) Turboexpander-Compressor featuring the first skid-mounted AMB control system. Read Now
Gas Processing
UOP Russell cryogenic gas plant exceeds nameplate performance with L.A. Turbine turboexpander. L.A. Turbine (LAT) announced that its L3000 turboexpander-compressor in a UOP Russell cryogenic natural gas processing plant in Eddy County, New Mexico has exceeded its designed 200MMSCFD flowrate by 10 percent. Read Now
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.
