Davidson, N.C., Sept. 9, 2015 – Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR), a global leader in compressed air and gas systems and services, power tools, material handling and fluid management equipment, will debut the TURBO-AIR® NX 8000 integrally geared centrifugal compressor at the Turbomachinery & Pump Symposia, September 14 in Houston, Texas. The TURBO-AIR NX 8000 compressor can be configured for many different applications and the updated design brings the key system components closer to the edge of the package for easier access. The control, lubrication and cooling systems on the TURBO-AIR NX 8000 optimize flow and operational efficiency, resulting in low total lifecycle costs.

 

Built on a robust platform, the TURBO-AIR NX 8000 is rated for powers from 750 kW to 1,700 kW (1,000-2,250 hp) with flows from 142 to 283 m3/min (5,000-10,000 CFM) and pressures from 3.5 to 14.5 barg (50-210 psig).

“The TURBO-AIR NX 8000 will help customers achieve the bottom line results that are at the forefront of every plant manager’s mind; to optimize flow and efficiency in a highly reliable and compact package,” said Cary Collins, engineered centrifugal compression leader of the Compressed Air and Gas Systems and Services business at Ingersoll Rand. “When we designed the TURBO-AIR NX 8000 we focused on enhancing the overall reliability of the complete package in order to minimize downtime. The design also achieves exceptionally low internal pressure drops that translate into efficiency gains. Both enhancements result in a lower cost of ownership for the operator.”

The TURBO-AIR NX 8000’s lubrication reservoir tank doubles as the sub-base of the compressor, allowing it to retain lubrication fluid and as well as serve as the foundation for the compressor and its major sub-components. The sub-base is built with two heavy-duty I-beams and plate steel in the new design to improve the structural strength of the compressor package. The basic trim package includes a temperature probe, level gauge and heater.