How MAN Energy Solutions Improved Their Centrifugal Compressor’s Efficiency, Yielding Six-Figure Savings Greene Tweed’s Arlon® 4020 PEEK Labyrinth Seal Solution and its tooth design reduce inter-stage leakage
Case Study - Greene Tweed's Arlon® 4020 PEEK labyrinth seals significantly improved the efficiency of MAN Energy Solutions' centrifugal compressors, leading to substantial energy savings. The seals, featuring a flexible tooth design and made from durable, corrosion-resistant materials, reduced inter-stage leakage and optimized thermal expansion. Laboratory and field tests revealed 1-1.5% efficiency gains, aligning with theoretical predictions. After nearly nine years of operation, the seals demonstrated excellent long-term performance with minimal wear or degradation. These efficiency improvements resulted in lifecycle cost savings of approximately $300,000 for a typical compressor, offering both financial and environmental benefits.
Fuel Flexibility in Heavy-Duty Gas Turbines: A Key Driver for Energy Transition (March 2025)
March 13th 2025From Hydrogen to HVO, Mr. Federico Bonzani, Chief Technology Officer of Ansaldo Energia, describes the fuel flexibility state-of-the-art solutions of the Company to meet the actual and future needs of power generation industry.
CO2 Compressor Solutions for Carbon Reduction Initiatives
December 23rd 2024In this paper, we will explore the multifaceted challenges associated with handling CO2, the advanced technologies within Mitsubishi Heavy Industry Compressor’s growing portfolio and how our expertise is driving the transition towards a carbon-neutral society.
