The compressor solution was specifically designed to meet the high reliability requirements of this application. As part of its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services for Industrial Gas Turbines (IGT), MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg conducts performance tests on engines after workshop visits. MTU’s test facility is currently operated on natural gas and is being prepared for future operation with natural gas-hydrogen mixtures containing up to 25% hydrogen. This supports the industry's shift towards lower-carbon energy systems.
The site south of the German capital is the MRO competence center for GE Aerospace's LMTM gas turbine series within the MTU network. At the same time, a new state-of-the-art production building is being established to meet the growing demand for maintenance services. By supporting the reliable operation of gas turbine fleets, MTU contributes to energy security and grid stability in Europe, where flexible gas-powered electricity generation plays a vital role in balancing fluctuations from renewable energy sources.
'A reliable gas turbine infrastructure remains crucial to ensuring supply security while supporting the energy transition,' says Andreas Brautsch, President of the Systems Division at Burckhardt Compression. 'We are proud to support MTU with a solution that combines operational reliability with future-readiness. This project demonstrates how Burckhardt Compression assists customers in tackling today's energy supply challenges while preparing for tomorrow's requirements.'
The order was awarded following close collaboration between Burckhardt Compression and MTU during the entire project development phase. Burckhardt Compression's integrated solution combines compressor technology, system expertise, services, and local project execution to optimally meet the customer's operational requirements.
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Burckhardt Compression is one of the world's largest manufacturers of reciprocating compressors. The Swiss company is the only provider of a complete range of Laby (labyrinth piston), process gas, hyper, and Laby-GI (fuel gas) compressors. The compressors are built in the company’s own plants in Winterthur, Switzerland and Pune, India (both ISO 9001:2008 certified). The global sales and service network of Burckhardt Compression includes 12 subsidiaries and over 42 representatives.
Burckhardt Compression's customers include multinational corporations in the fields of refinery, petrochemical, chemical, air separation, as well as gas transport and storage. These companies use compressors to increase pressure, decrease volume, and cool or liquefy gases such as hydrocarbon and industrial gases.
The worldwide service network of Burckhardt Compression ensures comprehensive customer support. Experts possess specialized knowledge in every specific compressor application and provide the necessary service, such as the supply of quality components, valve service, complete plant overhauls, engineering, as well as fulfilling extensive modular maintenance agreements.
Burckhardt Compression is the competent partner for all reciprocating compressors, components, and services. The company is the globally recognized technology leader in the compressor sector. As an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) with over 160 years of experience in the development and manufacturing of compressors, Burckhardt Compression is committed to reliability and quality.
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