Maintaining reliability in any aspect of the hydrogen energy cycle is challenging, but achieving it over nearly 25 years is a remarkable achievement. Burckhardt Compression has sustained an enduring relationship with Infraserv Höchst in Germany since the delivery of two hydrogen compressors for a trailer filling station.
A major LNG/LPG storage operator in India faced the critical challenge of procuring a new onshore vapor recovery compressor within a tight timeline and limited budget. With a new machine beyond the capital expenditure budget, they approached Burckhardt Compression India to find an alternative that could meet the operational, financial and sustainability objectives.
An Indian oil company with a large fleet of reciprocating compressors was facing reliability issues with a Laby® compressor in a propylene application. Due to gaps in the maintenance strategy, the lubrication system developed some issues, which was causing the compressor to perform below its full potential.
Burckhardt Compression officially opened a new 16,000-square-foot parts warehouse in Hockley, Texas, on June 10, 2026, marking a significant expansion of the company’s supply chain capabilities. The climate-controlled facility serves as the central inventory hub for all the company’s operations in the US and Mexico.
In the maritime industry, the ability to deliver services consistently across locations around the world has become a defining competitive advantage. Shipowners and technical managers operating in an increasingly globalized environment expect uniform processes, proven quality standards, and reliable outcomes, whether their vessels are serviced in Europe, Asia, or the Middle East.
In the intricate ecosystem of global energy logistics, liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport vessels serve as the arteries that keep the world’s energy demands flowing. At the center of their operational infrastructure lies a vital piece of machinery: the reciprocating compressor.
Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. has made a key addition to its executive lineup with the appointment of Álvaro Grande, who will be joining the team in the US as Head of Services. The appointment is part of the expansion of the service division to broaden maintenance support infrastructure for compressor operators.
In the dynamic world of gas storage and transportation, reciprocating compressors are the beating heart of the infrastructure. Tasked with moving large volumes of gas across pipelines and into storage facilities, these machines must operate with maximum efficiency and reliability.
In the run-up to the festive season, Burckhardt Compression held its own celebrations with an open house and tailgate party at the service center in New Iberia, Louisiana. The event, on December 10, highlighted the facilities and expertise available to operators of reciprocating compressors and offered a chance for discussions over a few refreshments.