Centrifugal Airend Rebuilding in Greensboro
Airend exchange replacement is often the solution to an issue in downtime. The airend of a centrifugal compressor is responsible for compressing the air, so rebuilding it can reduce downtime and improve performance. FS-Compression’s certified engineers will complete a full inspection and engineering evaluation of your Greensboro centrifugal airend rebuild. We provide centrifugal air end services throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and parts of West Virginia.
When to Rebuild Your Centrifugal Airend
A proper maintenance program can help to overcome environmental, application, and operating condition factors. Knowing the best time to rebuild an operating airend can be determined by performing routine analysis of oil samples, bearing vibration trends, bearing temperature trends, and airend temperature rise.
Incoming air needs to be free from all contamination and chemicals. Since oil-flooded rotary compressors mix incoming air with oil during the compression cycle, oil sampling done at regular intervals helps to detect any contaminants or chemicals that are mixed with the oil and, ultimately, the air. Contaminated oil can damage the bearings and seals in the compressor air end.
Centrifugal airends lifespan factors:
- The manufacturer (brand)
- It’s application
- Surrounding environment (exposure to specific elements)
- Routine maintenance
- Oil type
- General operating parameters
Airend rebuild costs in Greensboro and surrounding areas may vary depending on the manufacturer and other variables. On average, rebuilds can cost about 50% less than a brand-new air end.
Costs to consider for rebuilds:
- Removal and installation
- Rebuilding of the gear case
- Consumable parts (oil, filters, etc.)
Airend Rebuilding Benefits
Airend rebuilding completed before a catastrophic failure, can be an economical way to extend the life of your compressor. Rebuilding your airend can reduce downtime and improve overall performance. Rebuilding your airend can also be more affordable than replacing your system for a brand new one.
Airend Rebuilding Process
Our Greensboro airend rebuilds are completed with the highest standards in the industry. There are several steps in the rebuilding process that require experienced technicians.
Airend assembly services in Greensboro, NC include:
- Disassembly
- Cleaning & degreasing
- Dimensional inspection
- Repair & recondition – Front & rear covers, rotors, bearing journals, main bore, steel strips
- NDT
- Blending of erosion damage
- Supplying replacement impellers, pinions, diffusers, bearings, sealers, O-rings, gaskets, fasteners, etc. as required
- Balance
- Painting & finishing
- Preservation for long-term storage and crating
- Quality control
- Reassembly
- Rebuilds have a 1 year warranty
Centrifugal Compressor Airend Service Areas
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Virginia
- West Virginia (Some locations)
Contact us today to discuss options for your centrifugal compressor airend in Greensboro and surrounding areas.