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Ariels moderate-speed process compressors operate in comparable piston speed ranges to long-stroke, slow-speed
compressors. Ariels extensive product line supports a wide range of process applications.
Packings Piston Assembly Cylinder Bore
Case Study
53,000+
Number of compressors
Ariel
produced since 1966
Reliability 100+
Countries where Ariel
compressors operate
Ariel
Durability
The end-user required a new hydrogen unit employing Ariel reliability makes your investment pay off in the long
steam methane reforming technology. The facility supplies run. Two of the JGT/2 compressors in this case study were
hydrogen and steam to a refinery for use in the production overhauled:
of fuels.
Gas-Feed Unit #1 after 12,086 operational hours
For this application, the customer selected four Ariel
Hydrogen Unit #2 after 9,334 operational hours
JGT/2 100% capacity non-lubricated, short-stroke, moderate-
speed compressors driven by electric motors for the natural Inspections of the running gear, cylinder bores, pistons,
gas feed and hydrogen product services. The decision to and rods revealed that all clearances were within specified
purchase Ariel compressors was based on delivery, compact tolerances. Even consumables such as piston rings,
packaging, and reduced total installed cost. Spare parts wearbands, and packing rings had not expended their
availability and references for similar applications also specified service life. With Ariel quality, reliability, wide range
contributed to the decision to purchase Ariel moderate- of API-618 frame and cylinder options, and global support
speed reciprocating process compressors. network, Ariel has the correct compressor for your next
project.
15+ 31 1,200
Years producing durable Number of Ariel models suited Cylinders offered for
Process compressors for Process service Process service
API 618 COMPRESSOR
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated BHP
5,200
Stroke
5.75 in
Tension Rod Load
75,000 lbs.
Gas Compression Rod Load
80,000 lbs.
Piston Rod Diameter
2.875 in.
ARIEL
CORPORATION
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WORLD STANDARD COMPRESSORS
Ariel Distribution
Ariel and its Distributors offer 360 Service and Support
Expertise, Teamwork, and
Commitment to the Customer Ariel and its Distributors commitment
to the customer continues after start-
up by providing industry-leading
Using a wealth of experience and state-
of-the-art technology, Ariel and its
Distributors work together to assure
after-market support. that the correct compressor and
The Ariel distribution business model is based packaging facilities, technical services, and after- configuration have been
on the seamless integration between Ariel and the market parts support. Ariel and its distributors work selected.
packaging distributor. Only the most experienced and as a team throughout every project to ensure the
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they become part of Ariel and its global distribution the design, fabrication, installation, start-up and
network, designed to serve its worldwide customer commissioning of the compressor package. When you
base by providing regional access to engineering, talk to an Ariel distributor, you are talking to Ariel.
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looking for recommended spares for new units or planning scheduled maintenance of your current compressors, Ariel is
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available to assist you around the world. The Ariel commitment does not end there. Ariel Unit Down! Protocol ensures ARIEL PACKAGER
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that your compressor will be back on-line as soon as possible. Once the
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determine the best plan of action to compressor being assembled at our on-line. user specifications and expectations Vernon, Ohio manufacturing facility and at
get your unit back in operation. manufacturing facility. are met and exceeded. our Distributors facilities.
Ariel Global Network
Distributor Quality
& Support
Ariel compressors are packaged to meet industry specifications
by Ariel Distributors located around the world. These partner
companies follow the highest standards for design and
construction of packaged equipment, as well as parts and
service support. For a complete list of Ariel Distributors, please
visit www.arielcorp.com
300+
Ariel compressors packaged
for Process Service
700+
Trusted Ariel distributor
locations around the world
Legend
ARIEL REGIONAL SALES AND SUPPORT LOCATIONS
Ariel Corporation
Houston, Texas Mount Vernon, Ohio Singapore World Headquarters
Fort Worth, Texas (World Headquarters) Bangkok, Thailand Regional Sales and
Support Offices
Denver, Colorado Beijing, China Mumbai, India
Calgary, AB, Canada Sydney, Australia Dubai, UAE Distributor Location
Comprehensive Warranty
Subject to proper maintenance and normal use, Ariels warranty covers
every part for 12 months, with the frame, crosshead guide, and running gear
covered for three years. With the exclusive use of Ariel OEM Replacement
Parts, the coverage on cylinder bodies, pistons, and piston rods is extended
to two years, while the frame, crosshead guides, and running gear coverage is
extended to six years. Please see Ariels Limited Warranty Summary for details.