Rotoflow’s high-pressure compressor-loaded turboexpanders (companders) deliver high value by providing refrigeration for the most efficient air separation and liquefaction facilities in the world. Our companders offer world-class efficiency, high reliability, and low cost, and are simple to operate and maintain. Features include high-efficiency expansion (up to 92%) and high refrigeration capacities.
Typical Design Capabilities
| ASU | Hydrocarbon | |
| Power | 12 to 14,000 kW (16 to 18,774 hp) | 8 to 12,977 kW (11 to 17,403 hp) |
| Speed | Up to 70,000 rpm | Up to 105,000 rpm |
| Inlet Pressure | 4 to 100 barg (60 to 1,450 psig) | 1.7 to 210 barg (25 to 3,045 psig) |
| Temperature | -200 to +150°C (-320 to +300°F) | -270 to +340°C (-454 to +644°F) |
| Outlet Flow | 282 to 20,883 am3/hr (166 to 12,292 ACFM) | 138 to 70,190 am3/hr (81 to 41,312 ACFM) |
| Impellers | 89 to 422mm (3.5 to 16.6 in.) | 17 to 1,168mm (0.65 to 46 in.) |
