A customized solution for your
 
 
Crankshafts
Constructed of high-tensile-strength
alloy steel forgings, fully stress
relieved, heat treated. Bearing
surfaces are ground and polished to
a fine finish. Generous proportions
provide a wide margin of safety.
*Alloy steel proprietary tungsten carbide coated (TC3)
Illustration and descriptions are typical of large compressors.
AN INSIDE LOOK AT OUR PROCESS RECIPROCATING COMPRESSORS. Dresser-Rand
offers a complete line of reciprocating compressors built to strict API and ISO standards
for a variety of applications in refining, petrochemical, chemical, gas transmission and
storage, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), and heavy industry.
Crossheads
Available on the HH E-VG and
larger frames, the flanged
crosshead designs allow easy
vertical/horizontal adjustment
of the piston rod (eliminates the
need to re-shim the crosshead). Crosshead Extensions 
Benefits include reduced On BDC-12H and larger units,
maintenance costs and downtime. separate crosshead extensions
simplify frame transportation
and installation.
Precision Spacers
Bearings
Precision spacers and rugged tie
rods above each main bearing Precision main bearings provide Connecting Rods
maximum support to ensure
provide rigidity to prevent distortion. Die-forged steel and rifle-drilled for
reliability.
positive crosshead pin lubrication.
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process application.
 Visit www.dresser-rand.com/products/recip/
for more information on our line of process
reciprocating compressors.
Pistons and Rods
Alloy steel piston rods with
rolled threads provide reliability
(proprietary TC3 optional*). All
pistons have non-metallic trim
materials for prolonged service
life of the piston, rider and packing
rings, which increases maintenance
intervals.

External Bolting
External bolting maintenance
accessibility allows for proper
tensioning.

O-Ring Face Seals

Eliminate oil leakage and
provide fugitive emissions
control.

Distance Pieces Capacity Control Cylinders

Single- or two-compartment
distance pieces with large gas-
tight access covers provide
maintenance accessibility.
O-Ring Valve Covers
Offer improved sealing over
gasketed center bolt cover designs
and are more easily maintained.
Fixed or variable systems are
available. Our variable capacity
control systems allow operators
to match compressor capacity to
demand, reducing operating costs.
 
A complete line of efficient, reliable
and application-proven cylinders
results in precise matching
of components to meet each
application. Available for lubricated
and non-lubricated service.