Dresser-Rand HHE-VG
Reciprocating Process Compressor
Our first HHE-class compressor Rugged Performer Optimized Design, Precision-Built
was installed more than Designed to API-618 specifications,the Every HHE-VG is built with optimized crank
50 years ago. Continuous HHE-VG is available in standard stroke sizes angles and a minimum number of crank
advancements in technology have from 8 to 15 inches (203-381 mm) with up throws, resulting in minimal unbalanced
allowed us to enhance the HHE’s to 10 throws. forces and moments on the foundation.
reputation as a highly reliable, Available with up to ten throws, the design
For long-lasting reliability, the HHE-VG
flexibility doesn’t limit the HHE to an even
heavy-duty process compressor. frame is engineered to the highest
number of crank throws. The result of this
With more than 3,000 units serving standards. The fine-grain, cast iron frame
variable crank angle design is a compressor
in applications around the world, provides maximum stability through the use
that requires minimum foundation size and
the HHE process compressor has of internally ribbed walls and integral cross-
expense, reduced drive-train torsional
proven to be an outstanding member bearing saddle supports located
stresses, and reduced motor current
choice for a variety of between each crankthrow. The frame’s rigid
pulsation and power costs. The crankshaft is
applications. design is further enhanced with precision
forged from high tensile strength alloy steel
spacer blocks and tie rods at each bearing
that is fully stress-relieved and heat-treated.
point. This greatly reduces distortion caused
All journals and crankpins are precision-
by gas and inertia forces. To ensure precise
ground and polished to exacting tolerances.
bearing alignment, the bearing saddles are
bored in a single set-up.
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Specifications
Rugged, precision-machined tri-metal Maximum HP 13,125 (9,787 kW)
main and crankpin bearings are
generously sized and micro-babbit Standard strokes 8 to 15 inch (203 to 381 mm)
coated for best run-in and long-lasting Number of throws Up to 10
service. Bearings are provided on both
Cylinder bore range 5 to 42.5 inch (127 to 1,080 mm) max bore
sides of each crankthrow and doubled
on the drive end. All bearings are forced-
lubricated per API-618 specifications.
Connecting rods are die-forged steel
with rifle-drilled passages for positive
lubrication of the crosshead pin and
bearings.
The flanged crosshead is designed for
error-free assembly, ensuring maximum L
reliability through the hydraulic pre-
stressing of the critical piston-to-
crosshead bolting. Hydraulic tensioning
reduces labor and maintenance
downtime while increasing safety and
reliability. The crosshead flange is firmly
secured to the piston rod by a
hydraulically tensioned nut and the 52in.
flange is then attached to the crosshead ROD
(132cm)
using six hydraulically tensioned studs. REMOVAL
DISTANCE
The design employs an adjusting ring on 96in. 338in.
the nose of the crosshead to facilitate (244cm) (859cm)
adjustment of piston rod run-out
without having to re-shim the crosshead
shoes. A spacer provides a simple, HHE-VG Typical Length (L) Dimension
one-time adjustment of piston-to- Throws 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
cylinder end clearance. The hydraulics
are located in the tensioning tool instead Inches 69 95 122 149 175 202 228 254 281 308
of the piston nut where an O-ring failure Centimeters 174 241 309 377 445 512 579 646 714 781
might otherwise necessitate torching
through the rod to disassemble the joint.
All cylinder bolting, piston nut, and cost. Cylinder materials include nodular
An air-motor driven hydraulic pump,
valve differential pressures meet this iron, cast steel, fabricated carbon or
tensioning devices and piston rod
design criteria. This will permit future stainless steel, and forged steel. Most
alignment tools are provided.
flexibility if process conditions change or cylinders are available for either
All frame and distance piece inspection the compressor is reapplied for another lubricated or non-lubricated service.
and service openings are extra large to application.
permit easy access. Bolting for frame-to- Dimensions
With experience in virtually every type
frame extension, and distance piece-to- Dimensions provided are typical,
of service, our cylinders provide
cylinder is external, making tensioning basis API Type B distance pieces. For
outstanding service and reliability. Our
easy and accurate. Types C & D distance pieces, add
engineering expertise will ensure that
32 inches (81 cm) to the width
Outstanding Cylinder each cylinder built for your application
dimension and 16 inches (41 cm) to
Design and Selection will provide maximum performance and
the rod removal distance.
Each cylinder is designed with the reliability with minimum maintenance
capability of loading the frames
maximum allowable continuous rod load.
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