Diesel and Gas Turbine Worldwide

Boost fuel
gas and
profits

Unique slide valve accommodates fluctuations, delivers dramatic savings

Switching from a centrifugal or reciprocating compressor to a KOBELCO screw fuel gas compressor can save millions of dollars over time in fuel gas boosting service. KOBELCO screw compressors have a unique slide valve mechanism that instantly and automatically maintains constant discharge pressure – despite fluctuations in suction gas pressure or gas turbine load. So you’ll significantly reduce power consumption and costs.

For example, a KOBELCO screw compressor is reducing power costs by an average 1,250 k W/hr (compared to centrifugal or reciprocating compressors) in one fuel gas boosting application due to suction gas pressure fluctuation. That projects to a savings of approximately $10 million over a typical 20-year life cycle.

Power and Performance

With discharge pressures up to 1,500 psig (100 barg), KOBELCO screw fuel gas compressors easily handle the latest industrial and aeroderivative gas turbines. And with up to six years of continuous operation between overhauls, you’ll maximize availability while minimizing maintenance costs.