Pipeline Evacuation
LMF is the global leader in supplying compressors for the evacuation of natural gas from pipelines for maintenance and repair.
When it comes to power, efficiency and reliability there is no match for LMF’s ingenuity. LMF’s patented design offers maximum flexibility with the following benefits:
-reduced evacuation time
-energy saving
-less residual release of gas ➔ SAVING GAS & PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
These compressors are designed to operate fully automated and independent of any external source of power.
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More InformationApplications
● Evacuation of:
- Pipelines
- Turbines
- Filter housings
- etc.
● Mobile pipeline gas boosting
for peak coverage
● Mobile gas boosting of caverns
and storages
Technical Properties
● Power range:
from 40 up to 750 kW
● Pressure range:
from 0.2 up to 400 barg
● Container width:
max. 2.55 m
● Container incl. trailer height:
max. 4.0 m
● Suitable for ambient temperature
from -40 °C up to +40 °C
● Electric power supply
via gas/diesel engine: 24V DC, 50 Hz
Equipment Features
● Horizontal balanced-opposed
compressor based on ISO 13631
● Tailor-made cylinder designs, air or
water-cooled
● Different drivers available:
gas, diesel or electric
● Different supply options available:
stationary skid, mobile with trailer,
tractor unit
● Multi-purpose designs available
● Pressure-tight crankcase
up to 20 bar available
Benefits
● Evacuation pressure of below 1 barg
● Short evacuation time due
to patented design
● Mobile: full compliance with EU Road
Traffic Regulations (no permits required)
● Fully automated
● Energy-independent
● Zero gas emissions available
We care about the environment
Reduction of greenhouse gases
LMF’s design for emission-free compression of natural gas is CERTIFIED by TÜV.
References
• Gas engine CAT G3512, 1,400 rpm, 750 kW
• Electric power supply via main engine: 24 V 2 x 60 A
• Cooling fan driven by main drive via gear box or hydraulic
• Suitability for -40 °C to +40 °C
• Compressor container 26.5 to
• Overall dimensions compressor container
10.3 m x 2.55 m x 4.0 m (l x w x h)
• Gas engine VGF L36GL, 1,400 – 1,800 rpm, 600 kW
• Electric power supply via main engine: 24 V 2 x 50 A
• Cooling fan driven by main drive via gear box or hydraulic
• Suitability for -40 °C to +40 °C
• Compressor container 25.5 to
• Overall dimensions compressor container
10.3 m x 2.55 m x 4.0 m (l x w x h)
• Gas engine Waukescha H24SE, 1,600 rpm, 355 kW
• Electric power supply via main drive 24 V
• Cooling fan driven by main drive via hydraulic
• Suitability for -40 °C to +40 °C
• Compressor container weight 22.0 to
• Overall dimensions compressor container
9.7 m x 2.55 m x 2.57 m (l x w x h)
• Gas engine, 1,500 rpm, 150 kW
• Electric power supply via main engine: 24 V & 230 V
• Cooling fan direct driven by main engine
• Suitability for -40 °C to +40 °C
• Unit weight approx 15 to
• Overall dimension 6.0 m x 2.55 m x 2.59 m (l x w x h)
• Gas engine, diesel engine or electrical main drive
• Cooling fan driven by main drive
• Suction pressures from 0.2 till 100 barg
• Capacity from 65 up to 110 Nm3/h
• Discharge pressures up to 250 barg
• Compressor container weight approx. 2.5 to
Testimonial
In 2018 we purchased sixteen (16) LMF pipeline evacuation units.
The compressors are produced and delivered to our satisfaction and comply with all technical specifications and regulations.
Due to the satisfactory performance of the contract, we purchased four additional units in 2020.
A Global TSO
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