Unloaders
For Reciprocating Compressors
Unloaders For Any Application
Dresser-Rand offers compressor
Dresser-Rand unloaders are used during compressor start-up and for capacity
unloaders that set the standards control during compressor operation. Specific applications for unloaders are
for reliability, fugitive emission determined by clients’ requirements and compressor design.
reduction, corrosion resistance,
The standard operator design for Dresser-Rand plug, port and clearance pocket
and reduced maintenance and
unloaders is air-to-load. Other designs including finger unloaders, are available to
inventory costs. meet your compressor cylinder unloading needs.
Features Benefits
Guides for unloader valve alignment Ensure proper alignment for positive
seating and minimal leakage
Standardized components Reduce parts inventory and cost;
improve availability
Aluminum piston and stainless steel Resist corrosion; extend life
housing
Spring located out of gas stream Eliminates wear from dirt, corrosion
and debris; extends life
Sleeve-type unloader valve Minimizes area exposed to differential
pressure; results in improved sealing
with typical operator air pressure
Shoulder bolt Provides consistent, direct seating
Stepped rod design Ensures safe, dependable operation
Bellows rod seal (optional) Eliminates fugitive emissions through
the unloader rod
Performance You Can Rely On
OEM-designed and made of corrosion resistant materials, Dresser-Rand unload-
ers meet the toughest performance requirements. Dresser-Rand unloaders feature
standardized components—indicators, piston rods, springs, O-rings, non-metallic
seal rings—for low inventory costs. Plus, fugitive emissions are virtually eliminated
with spring-energized TFE gland design with vent and purge capability. A standard
indicator confirms whether the unloader is open or closed.
Port Unloader
The port unloader is installed in a cylinder valve hole, with the unloader valve
seated against a replaceable donut. This closes the inlet passage, effectively load-
ing that end of the compressor cylinder. When the valve is unseated, that end of the
compressor cylinder is unloaded.
For a complete list of D-R products Plug Unloader
and services, visit us at
www.dresser-rand.com or contact us The plug unloader is used in conjunction with a partial inlet valve. When the unload-
at the following locations: er valve is seated, the inlet valve functions normally. When the unloader valve is
unseated, process gas in the cylinder bypasses the valve through the center opening,
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unloading that end of the compressor cylinder.
West8 Tower Suite 1000 Clearance Pocket Unloader
10205 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77042 USA The clearance pocket unloader is used to open or close a clearance pocket. When the
Tel: (Int’l +1) 713-354-6100 unloader valve is seated, the clearance pocket is closed. When the unloader valve is
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email:
[email protected] unseated, the additional clearance volume of the pocket is opened to the compressor
cylinder, reducing the cylinder capacity.
112, Avenue Kleber
75784 – Paris Cedex 16
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UNLOADER ROD
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email:
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CONNECTION
Regional Headquarters PURGE
The Americas PLUGGED GLAND
Dresser-Rand CONNECTION VENT
West8 Tower Suite 1000 O-RINGS
10205 Westheimer Road GLAND
Houston, TX 77042 USA
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Optional buffer purge unloader gland
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EMEA
(Europe, Middle East, Eurasia, Africa)
Dresser-Rand S.A.
Unloader rod
31 Boulevard Winston Churchill
Cedex 7013
Le Havre 76080 France
Tel: (Int’l +33) 2-35-25-5225
Fax: (Int’l +33) 2-35-25-5366 / 5367
Asia-Pacific
Dresser-Rand Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd
Unit 9-4, 9th Floor
Bangunan Malaysian Re Seal vent
17 Lorong Dungun
Damansara Heights
50490 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: (Int’l +60) 3-2093-6633
Fax: (Int’l +60) 3-2093-2622 Seal sweeping purge
Seal
A clearance pocket unloader
Springs
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of the products described herein. It is solely for
informational purposes, does not represent a war-
ranty or guarantee of the information contained
herein and is not to be construed as an offer to
sell or a solicitation to buy. Contact Dresser-Rand
for detailed design and engineering information
suitable to your specific applications. Dresser-
Rand reserves the right to modify its products and
related product information at any time without
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