Wednesday, January 20, 2010

50 Years of Excellence: Cameron Centrifugal Compressors




Centrifugal Products History (1955-Today)

In 1955, Joy Manufacturing Co. consisted of only four engineers. Their office, located above a hardware store in Western New York, was the scene where they drafted designs of various types of turbo-machinery. In short time, the company purchased land in Cheektowaga, NY which became the site of their Research and Development facility. From 1955-1960, the four engineers designed, developed and experimented with gas turbines, steam turbines, axial flow compressors, in-line centrifugal compressors and integral gear centrifugal compressors.



After five years of experimentation, Joy Manufacturing Co. narrowed its focus on the design and manufacturing of an integral gear centrifugal compressor, and the MSG (multi-staged gear) models were introduced to the market. These models were primarily sold for plant air applications. Throughout the 1970’s, the company experienced a significant amount of growth domestically. During this time, Joy Manufacturing discovered a market niche and began to engineer custom compressors for refinery applications and the air separation industry.

The 1980’s signaled rapid changes and new development for Joy Manufacturing. These changes included the development and introduction of a low cost plant air compressor, the utilization of computer-based design software and a substantial manufacturing facility expansion.

In 1987, Joy Manufacturing Co. was acquired by Cooper Industries, and the Cooper Turbo-Compressor division was formed. This acquisition marked the end of the JOY name and kicked off an era of extensive new product development. As a result of substantial investments, new manufacturing tools were purchased, test facilities were enhanced, and computer equipment was upgraded. These improvements gave way to the creation of the TurboAir 2000 plant air compressor and new high-performance MSG compressors for the air separation industry.




Over 50 Years, Over 12,000 Compressors

Cameron, formerly the Joy Manufacturing Company and Cooper Turbocompressor, has been a leading global manufacturer of centrifugal compressors since 1955, when the Joy Manufacturing Company began operations in, Buffalo New York. Our Turbo-Air (TA) compressor line operates up to 12,000 hp and 1,000 psig and is designed to fulfill your standard plantair needs that reside in the 600 CFM to 35,000 CFM range. Our MSG (Multi-Stage Geared) compressors are appication engineered and operate up to 20,000 hp and 1,000 psig and are designed for a wide flow range, 600 - 90,000 CFM. Our centrifugal products aftermarket team completes our product offering and is geared toward providing parts and services fo all your compressors, not just Joy compressors or those produced by Cameron.

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Monday, January 18, 2010

Cameron's Compression Systems Group - Centrifugal Products History



In 1955, Joy Manufacturing Co. consisted of only four engineers. Their office, located above a hardware store in Western New York, was the scene where they drafted designs of various types of turbo-machinery. In short time, the company purchased land in Cheektowaga, NY which became the site of their Research and Development facility. From 1955-1960, the four engineers designed, developed and experimented with gas turbines, steam turbines, axial flow compressors, in-line centrifugal compressors and integral gear centrifugal compressors.

After five years of experimentation, Joy Manufacturing Co. narrowed its focus on the design and manufacturing of an integral gear centrifugal compressor, and the MSG (multi-staged gear) models were introduced to the market. These models were primarily sold for plant air applications. Throughout the 1970’s, the company experienced a significant amount of growth domestically. During this time, Joy Manufacturing discovered a market niche and began to engineer custom compressors for refinery applications and the air separation industry.

The 1980’s signaled rapid changes and new development for Joy Manufacturing. These changes included the development and introduction of a low cost plant air compressor, the utilization of computer-based design software and a substantial manufacturing facility expansion.

In 1987, Joy Manufacturing Co. was acquired by Cooper Industries, and the Cooper Turbo-Compressor division was formed. This acquisition marked the end of the JOY name and kicked off an era of extensive new product development. As a result of substantial investments, new manufacturing tools were purchased, test facilities were enhanced, and computer equipment was upgraded. These improvements gave way to the creation of the TurboAir 2000 plant air compressor and new high-performance MSG compressors for the air separation industry.

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Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Superior Engines and Compressors

OVERVIEW:
Cameron offers a wide range of compression solutions for your unique gas applications. All of our SUPERIOR® compressors are designed for application flexibility and engineered to provide rugged, reliable service and deliver excellent operating value.

Superior is a brand of industrial combustion engines and reciprocating gas compressors that has a history which stretches back to 1889. It was in this year that Patrick J Shouvlin opened a small industrial engineering shop in Springfield, Ohio. In effort to capitalize on the growing need for oil pumping engines, P. J. Shouvlin developed and sold his first gas engine for oilfield pumping applications. Twenty-five years later, the Superior Gas Engine Company was selling a line of engines which ranged from 20 to 100 horsepower.

Throughout the 1920’s the company employed a staff of roughly 500 individuals and was said to be the largest singly owned company in the world according to the Clark County Historical Society.


In the early 1960’s a line of Superior Compressors specifically designed to operate with Superior Gas engines were manufactured. In addition, these Superior Compressors could also be operated with a turbine or motor-driven.

The decison to develop and introduce a Superior gas-engine compressor could not have not come at a more percect time. These reciprocating gas compressors served as a complimentary product instead of competing with existing products. Moreso, these compressors could be manufactured in the same Superior facilities and sold by the existing sales personnel.

In 1964, Ohio experieced another oil boom which only increased the demand and sales for Superior engine compressors. In 1965, the name White Diesel Engine Division was changed to White Superior Division and refinements to existing engine and compressor lines continued. As part of these enhancements, twelve and sixteen cylinder V-engines were developed. These engines ranged from 400-2,650 horsepower and could be used for
In the early 1970's, White Superior Division was acquired by Cooper Industries, currently known as Cameron. At the time of the acquisition, Superior was primarily manufacturing equipment for the oil and gas industry. Cooper continued to focus on marketing Superior products in the oil and gas industry and completely withdrew from manufacturing products for marine diesel production.


The legendary Superior product line has continously been refined over the many decades of its existence. This refinement has been key in the successful development and manufacturing of top quality prouducts that exceed our customers' expectations. Presently, Cameron offers a wide range of compression solutions for your unique gas applications. All of our compressors are designed for applications flexibility and engineered to provide rugged, reliable service and deliver superior operating value.

PRODUCT OFFERING:
The SUPERIOR® brand name has a long-standing reputation for high quality engine and compressor products, dating back to 1889. Since 1976, when the SUPERIOR® brand was purchased by Cameron, over 10,000 SUPERIOR® engines and compressor frames have been manufactured and installed worldwide in a variety of high-speed and medium speed applications. New 12V and 16V configuration SUPERIOR® turbocharged gas engines are medium-speed and built for continuous, heavy-duty service. Optimal fuel/air mixing in the cylinder,timed fuel injection, and air-charged intercooling result in reduced fuel consumption and lowered emissions. The low compression (8.75:1) pistons keep dynamic stresses at a conservative level, provide for more stable operation and enhance engine tolerance to variations in types of fuel. The conservative horsepower rating of SUPERIOR® engines provides ample reserve for emergency situations. Intercooling with optimal valve overlap results in cooler combustion chamber parts while assuring lower fuel consumption, greater efficiency, longer service life and trouble-free operation.

Cameron offers a manufactures a wide variety of seperable compressors as well. These units include our high-speed, C-Force compressors, RAM, MH, WH and WG series compressors. The various series of seperable compressors contain a variety of different strokes can be fit with a variety of compressor cylinders that will maximize the output and production in a variety of different applications.








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