Expander-Compressor
These high-speed machines are typically used within the natural gas, petrochemical, and air separation industries. As high-pressure gas is expanded across the turbine, the energy potential in the gas is extracted and transferred through the shaft and to the compressor. The resultant pressure reduction combined with efficient energy extraction produces the refrigeration necessary for cryogenic gas processing.
Which turboexpander bearing solution is right for you?
Oil Bearing Turboexpander
LAT has extensive experience in building turboexpanders with oil bearing systems with either a standard sleeve bearing or tilt pad bearings. Whether the design represents a single-stage turboexpander or two-stage turboexpanders operating in series with a common auxiliary system on a single skid, L.A. Turbine can build it. Often better and faster than other OEMs.
Turboexpander-Compressor Oil Bearing
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L.A. Turbine turboexpanders range from 3kW to 14MW, can handle up to 3000 PSIG pressure, are able to operate at speeds up to 105,000 RPM, and accommodate temperatures between -195° C to 260° with either active magnetic or oil bearings.
Oil film (sleeve) bearing
Tilt pad (fixed geometry) bearing
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Why choose an oil bearing turboexpander configuration?
LAT is an agile and responsive company with complete control over the design to delivery timeframes for both new equipment and aftermarket projects. From concept to commissioning, L.A. Turbine controls and manages the entire design, engineering, fabrication, assembly and testing process for all projects in its Valencia, CA manufacturing facility. Plus, since all Manufacturing and testing is done in-house, customers receive a fully assembled and tested turboexpander unit ready for installation and commissioning upon delivery. Other OEM manufacturers often take possession of outsourced equipment and assemble it for the first time at the customer site. This approach requires additional testing and lengthens the turboexpander commissioning process.
Since 2003, L.A. Turbine (LAT) has proven to be the go-to aftermarket service provider for all OEM makes, models and brands of turboexpanders. As a single-source provider, LAT performs all in-house engineering, design, manufacturing, assembly and testing capabilities under one roof. The FX-TURBO team of aftermarket turboexpander specialists address equipment repair, redesign, upgrades and spare parts production for LAT and non-LAT turboexpander brands. In addition, a global FX-TURBO field service team provides troubleshooting, maintenance and emergency support 24/7/365 either via +1 855 FX-TURBO (+1 855 398 8726) or on-site visits.
Aftermarket Services include:
Expander-Generator Eval & Redesign
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Expander-Generator Eval, Repair & Redesign
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Expander-Generator Eval & Redesign
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Active Magnetic Bearing (AMB) Turboexpanders
Turboexpanders equipped with active magnetic bearings (AMB) are available in two designs for the controller and the programmable logic control panel (PLC). Either an on-skid configuration where both the controller and control panel are mounted on the skid platform with the turboexpander and installed within the hub of the plant processing area. Or the off-skid configuration, where the controller and control panel are located away from the skid and installed in a separate building, often designated as the control room.
ARES AMB Turboexpander
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LAT 560
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On Skid Controller – Designed for Class 1/Division 2 hazardous area installation. Read More..
Off Skid Controller – Designed for unclassified/safe areas and for end users who desire an unpurged AMB control panel Read More..
Typical AMB Installation
AMB Controller in Safe Area
On-Skid AMB Controller
Hazardous Area AMB Controller
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ARES AMB Turboexpander-Compressor
with On-Skid Control System – Now Available!
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What are the benefits of magnetic bearings?
LAT is an agile and responsive company with complete control over the design to delivery timeframes for both new equipment and aftermarket projects. From concept to commissioning, L.A. Turbine controls and manages the entire design, engineering, fabrication, assembly and testing process for all projects in its Valencia, CA manufacturing facility. Plus, since all Manufacturing and testing is done in-house, customers receive a fully assembled and tested turboexpander unit ready for installation and commissioning upon delivery. Other OEM manufacturers often take possession of outsourced equipment and assemble it for the first time at the customer site. This approach requires additional testing and lengthens the turboexpander commissioning process.
Since 2003, L.A. Turbine (LAT) has proven to be the go-to aftermarket service provider for all OEM makes, models and brands of turboexpanders. As a single-source provider, LAT performs all in-house engineering, design, manufacturing, assembly and testing capabilities under one roof. The FX-TURBO team of aftermarket turboexpander specialists address equipment repair, redesign, upgrades and spare parts production for LAT and non-LAT turboexpander brands. In addition, a global FX-TURBO field service team provides troubleshooting, maintenance and emergency support 24/7/365 either via +1 855 FX-TURBO (+1 855 398 8726) or on-site visits.
Aftermarket Services include:
AMB Modification & Redesign
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Advantages of Magnetic Bearings
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On Skid Controller: ARES AMB Turboexpander
The ARES AMB Turboexpander-Compressor features the exclusive skid-mounted AMB control system and programmable logic control (PLC) panel design that is certified for Class 1/Division 2 hazardous area installation.
The skid-mounted Zephyr® AMB control system provides optimized performance, high reliability and delivers lower maintenance costs. The technology allows for remote connectivity to monitor, tune and perform diagnostic services. Also important is the high processing performance for complex algorithms which provides high dynamic efficiency for flexible production output capacity.
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AMB On Skid Controller
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Why choose an on skid AMB controller and PLC turboexpander configuration?
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What are the benefits to installing an ARES AMB on skid classified control system?
Simplified Use
More Installations Site Options
Improved Performance
Saves Time & Money
LAT is an agile and responsive company with complete control over the design to delivery timeframes for both new equipment and aftermarket projects. From concept to commissioning, L.A. Turbine controls and manages the entire design, engineering, fabrication, assembly and testing process for all projects in its Valencia, CA manufacturing facility. Plus, since all Manufacturing and testing is done in-house, customers receive a fully assembled and tested turboexpander unit ready for installation and commissioning upon delivery. Other OEM manufacturers often take possession of outsourced equipment and assemble it for the first time at the customer site. This approach requires additional testing and lengthens the turboexpander commissioning process.
Since 2003, L.A. Turbine (LAT) has proven to be the go-to aftermarket service provider for all OEM makes, models and brands of turboexpanders. As a single-source provider, LAT performs all in-house engineering, design, manufacturing, assembly and testing capabilities under one roof. The FX-TURBO team of aftermarket turboexpander specialists address equipment repair, redesign, upgrades and spare parts production for LAT and non-LAT turboexpander brands. In addition, a global FX-TURBO field service team provides troubleshooting, maintenance and emergency support 24/7/365 either via +1 855 FX-TURBO (+1 855 398 8726) or on-site visits.
Aftermarket Services include:
Off Skid Controller: AMB Turboexpander
L.A. Turbine offers an AMB turboexpander-compressor with the controller and programmable logic control (PLC) panel located away from the turboexpander skid.
Off Skid Controller
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Configuration
Designed for unclassified/safe areas and for end users who desire an unpurged AMB control panel.
Typical AMB Installation
AMB Controller in Safe Area
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Turboexpander Design & Manufacturing
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Benefits
Why choose an AMB controller and panel located away from the turboexpander skid?
LAT 560
LAT is an agile and responsive company with complete control over the design to delivery timeframes for both new equipment and aftermarket projects. From concept to commissioning, L.A. Turbine controls and manages the entire design, engineering, fabrication, assembly and testing process for all projects in its Valencia, CA manufacturing facility. Plus, since all Manufacturing and testing is done in-house, customers receive a fully assembled and tested turboexpander unit ready for installation and commissioning upon delivery. Other OEM manufacturers often take possession of outsourced equipment and assemble it for the first time at the customer site. This approach requires additional testing and lengthens the turboexpander commissioning process.
Since 2003, L.A. Turbine (LAT) has proven to be the go-to aftermarket service provider for all OEM makes, models and brands of turboexpanders. As a single-source provider, LAT performs all in-house engineering, design, manufacturing, assembly and testing capabilities under one roof. The FX-TURBO team of aftermarket turboexpander specialists address equipment repair, redesign, upgrades and spare parts production for LAT and non-LAT turboexpander brands. In addition, a global FX-TURBO field service team provides troubleshooting, maintenance and emergency support 24/7/365 either via +1 855 FX-TURBO (+1 855 398 8726) or on-site visits.
Aftermarket Services include:
AMB Modification & Redesign
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Control System Upgrades
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.
