High Pressure Natural Gas Compressors

Natural gas remains an important energy source for power generation, industrial processes and energy infrastructure. Applications such as gas transmission, storage, recovery and refueling require compressor solutions that ensure reliable operation, high efficiency and long service life under demanding operating conditions.

In pipeline applications, efficient natural gas compression can also help recover valuable gas, reduce methane emissions and avoid unnecessary venting during maintenance, repair and infrastructure projects.

With more than 80 years of experience in reciprocating high pressure compressor technology, LMF develops tailor-made natural gas compressor solutions for pipeline, energy and industrial applications worldwide. Every solution is individually engineered according to the required pressure, capacity, gas composition, operating profile and installation conditions.

Typical applications include:

Natural Gas Compression Solutions by LMF

Mobile Natural Gas Compressors

Recommended solution for mobile pipeline evacuation, gas recovery, controlled gas transfer and other temporary natural gas compression applications where valuable gas should be recovered instead of vented.

LMF’s P-Pack mobile compressor solutions are specifically developed for flexible on-site operation. Each package integrates the compressor unit, driver, piping, instrumentation and control systems into a complete mobile solution engineered for reliable operation under demanding field conditions.

  • Capacity:
    up to 22 Nm³/min
  • Pressure:
    up to 350 bar
  • Power consumption:
    up to 900 kW

Trunk-type Compressors

Recommended solution for natural gas applications requiring a compact footprint and high discharge pressures.

  • Capacity:
    up to 340 Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 420 bar
  • Power consumption:
    up to 130 kW

ISO 13631 Compressors

Recommended solution for 24/7 high-speed applications requiring continuous operation and stable flow rates.

  • Capacity:
    up to Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 420 bar
  • Power consumption:
    up to 6 MW

API 618 Compressors

Recommended solution for demanding natural gas process applications requiring high reliability, availability and project-specific engineering according to API 618.

  • Capacity:
    up to Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 400 bar
  • Power consumption:
    up to 6 MW

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FAQs

LMF develops reciprocating high pressure compressor solutions for a wide range of natural gas applications. Depending on the project requirements, LMF provides mobile compressor units, trunk-type compressors, ISO 13631 compressors and API 618 compressor solutions.

Reciprocating compressors are particularly suitable for applications requiring high pressure ratios, reliable operation and flexible adaptation to changing process conditions.

Yes. Every LMF natural gas compressor solution is individually engineered according to the required pressure, capacity, gas composition, operating profile, installation conditions and applicable project specifications. This tailor-made approach ensures reliable and efficient long-term operation for the specific application.

Yes. LMF develops complete mobile natural gas compressor solutions under the P-Pack product family. Designed for flexible on-site operation, P-Pack solutions are used for pipeline evacuation, gas recovery, controlled gas transfer and other temporary compression projects.

Each package integrates the compressor unit, driver, piping, instrumentation and control systems into a fully mobile solution engineered for reliable operation under demanding field conditions.

The LMF P-Pack is a mobile compressor solution for on-site natural gas compression. It is used wherever gas must be recovered, compressed or transferred directly at the project site, particularly during pipeline maintenance, repair and infrastructure work.

Instead of venting valuable natural gas, the P-Pack can recover and transfer the gas for further use. This helps conserve natural gas, reduce methane emissions and support more efficient pipeline operations.

Yes. Natural gas composition can vary depending on its source, treatment and intended application. LMF considers the specific gas composition when selecting materials, sealing concepts, compressor configuration and operating parameters. Each solution is engineered according to the complete gas analysis and project requirements.