Burckhardt Compression appoints Álvaro Grande as new Head of Services, US

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.

Álvaro brings over 20 years of compression industry experience in operations, sales and engineering, with a proven track record in leadership roles across the Americas and Europe. His experience in after-sales service and component manufacturing will bring major benefits to customers, wherever they are located.

Álvaro comments: “My main task is to take the maintenance business to the next level and build on the strong foundations that are currently in place. We already provide an excellent service for operators of our compressors, and we want those with other brand machines to have access to the same level of expertise and reliability. I am really looking forward to the move to Texas, which will bring me to the hub of compressor operations in the US for Burckhardt Compression.”

Burckhardt Compression has a well-established reputation for high-quality service and long-term reliability in many industrial sectors. These key characteristics are beneficial to all industries, and the company aims to build a better partnership with operators of hyper compressors and machines in the petrochemical sector.

Álvaro concludes: “With the growing market for liquified natural gas (LNG) and the need to support existing infrastructure in other gas applications, upgrades and revamps of compressors are essential projects that require technical expertise and fast delivery. We will continue to build our network of service centers to ensure all operators have access to our industry-leading maintenance services.”

As an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Burckhardt Compression has extensive knowledge and experience of all reciprocating compressor brands and can offer support throughout a machine’s lifecycle. Strategically positioned around the world, Burckhardt Compression service centers can provide local support to land-based and marine compressors to ensure extended reliability and efficiency.

Image 1: Álvaro Grande joins the team in the US as Head of Services.

About Burckhardt Compression

Burckhardt Compression delivers leading compression solutions that enable a sustainable energy future and support the long-term success of its customers. The Group’s business is driven by three global megatrends: a growing global population, increasing demand for energy security, and the ongoing energy transition. With its highly engineered reciprocating compressor systems and services, Burckhardt Compression plays a vital role across applications such as hydrogen, gas infrastructure, chemical processing, and industrial gases.

Through its brands Burckhardt Compression, PROGNOST, SAMR Métal Rouge, Shenyang Yuanda Compressor, and Fornovo Gas, the Group offers a comprehensive portfolio of reciprocating compressor technologies, digital monitoring solutions, and lifecycle services.

Founded in 1844, Burckhardt Compression has continuously evolved alongside its markets, from early engineering innovations to today’s advanced compressor solutions. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, the company operates globally with 35 subsidiaries, as well as three manufacturing and five assembly sites.

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