In-pipe Gas Compressor Programme (IGC)

Partner: Saudi Aramco, owner of the world’s largest oil and gas reserves.

Project: Using the core technology of the downhole gas compressor, but more powerful and on a larger scale, the IGC is designed to maintain and improve the delivery of gas via above-ground pipelines. A detailed R&D programme, in partnership with Saudi Aramco, is designed to produce a viable in-pipe solutions that will be field tested at a Saudi Aramco site, resulting in improved control and flow of gas across its network.

The key features of the IGC for this project include:

  • Gas filled brushless permanent magnet motors
  • Driver and compressor on one piece shaft
  • Gas bearing technology
  • Low speed blading
  • Seal-less systems
  • Low maintenance design

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