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Scaling U.S. Manufacturing for Advanced Compressor & Turboexpander Demand

ByTodd Gibbs, Atlas Copco Gas and Process,Louis Mann, Atlas Copco Gas and Process,Atlas Copco Gas and Process

Atlas Copco Gas and Process is expanding its U.S. manufacturing footprint, specifically with a new high-bay expansion in Voorheesville, NY, to meet the rising demand for larger and more complex integrally geared compressors and turboexpanders. This "local for local" initiative is driven by the scaling needs of traditional markets like LNG and emerging energy transition sectors such as carbon capture (CCUS) and industrial heat pumps. The expansion integrates advanced infrastructure and sustainable facility designs, including the use of 100% renewable electricity, while simultaneously investing in regional workforce development through new apprenticeship programs.

Best Practices in Fluid-Film Bearing Operation and Maintenance

ByDay Griffin, MSME, PE,Michael Branagan Ph.D., PE

Fluid-film bearings are essential to turbomachinery performance, but their reliability depends on careful attention to design, lubrication, and monitoring practices. Day Griffin, MSME, PE, and Michael Branagan Ph.D., PE from Pioneer Motor Bearing Company spoke with Turbomachinery International about how operators must balance precision and maintenance discipline to maximize bearing life and prevent costly failures.

Compressors: The Unsung Heroes of Modern Industry

BySiemens Energy

Next-generation compressor systems must balance custom engineering, cost-effectiveness, and reliability, particularly for hydrogen applications. Siemens Energy’s advanced rotor technology boosts power density, reduces stages, and improves efficiency. With rising demand in decarbonization-driven applications, modern engineering tools and adaptive maintenance are vital for hydrogen compression and high-speed turbomachinery

Innovation in Catalyst Technology: Using Direct Injection of Liquid Ammonia Provides Many Benefits

ByJeff Wirt

Jeff Wirt, Director of Catalyst Systems at EnergyLink International sat with Turbomachinery to discuss a new direct injection system for liquid ammonia that streamlines Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) in gas turbines. By eliminating the need for vaporization skids, blowers, and extensive piping, the technology reduces costs, improves NOx reduction efficiency, and lowers parasitic power consumption. Full-scale field tests confirm the system not only meets regulatory limits but also outperforms traditional SCR methods while offering faster deployment for a range of turbine models.