Novel, true to final contour composite compressor valve plate
R&D Collaboration:
In close cooperation with the Winterthur-based compressor manufacturer and world market leader in the field of compressor systems, Burckhardt Compression AG, CrossTEQ AG realized a geometrically complex compressor valve plate with high-performance material properties using its own x-NET precision molding process.
Customer: Burckhardt Compression AG
Industry: Mechanical engineering, compressor systems
Material: Chopped tapes made of thermoplastic carbon fiber, PEEK/CF
Technologie: x-NE T Precision Molding
USP: Temperature & Pressure Resistance
When our material reaches its limits, we rely on CrossTEQ's high-performance composites
- Luzi Valär, Vice President Research & Development at Burckhardt Compression AG
Significantly improved compressor efficiency due to ultra-lightweight and durable valve plate
The high-quality fiber composite material gives the valve plate reliable and durable properties under the most adverse pressure and temperature conditions.
With high strength and low weight, valve plate life and compressor efficiency are significantly improved.
Temperature resistant
Firm & pressure resistant
Lightweight
Precise contour; Minimal finishing
Cost-efficient already from medium series size onwards
CrossTEQ's thermoplastic fiber composites enable versatile mechanical, chemical and tribological features that we can specifically evoke for high-performance components using our x-NET Precision Molding process.
- Lian Giger, Founder of CrossTEQ & Developer of x-NET Compression Molding Technology
About Burckhardt Compression AG
Burckhardt Compression is the global market leader in the field of compressor systems.
The company is the only manufacturer and service provider to offer a complete range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services.
Its custom-designed compressor systems are used in gas production and processing, gas transportation and storage, refining, chemicals and petrochemicals, as well as H2 mobility and power/industrial gas.
With leading technology, a broad portfolio of components as well as a full range of services, Burckhardt Compression supports its customers worldwide to find the solution for their reciprocating compressor systems tailored to their needs.
Since 1844, highly qualified employees have been creating cutting-edge solutions to set standards in gas compression.
Source: Burckhardt Compression AG