The compressor’s discharge line temperature is often an overlooked temperature when troubleshooting a refrigeration or air conditioning system. However, it is a very important temperature because it ...

[Editor’s Note: This is part one of a two-part article series exploring compressor overheating. This month’s article will explore the compressor’s superheated discharge temperature. Next month’s ...

A study has found that the choice of the optimum compressor interstage pressure is an economic decision that can be estimated by equal compression ratios for each stage and adjustments to minimize ...

This is the final of three articles that describe BP’s experience with reciprocating compressor damage from liquids intrusion at two facilities, in Oklahoma and Alaska. Part 1 of the series (OGJ, May ...