High Pressure Nitrogen (N₂) Compressors

Nitrogen (N₂) is one of the most widely used inert gases in industrial applications and plays a key role in maintaining process safety across a wide range of industries. It is commonly used for inerting, pressure testing, sealing and contamination prevention in the energy, chemical and process industries.

Unlike compressed air, nitrogen provides an inert atmosphere that helps prevent oxidation, contamination and the formation of explosive gas mixtures in safety-critical industrial processes. High pressure nitrogen compression therefore requires compressor solutions engineered according to the required pressure, capacity, nitrogen purity, process requirements and operating conditions.

With more than 80 years of experience in reciprocating high pressure compressor technology, LMF develops tailor-made nitrogen compressor solutions for stationary, mobile and process applications worldwide. Every solution is individually engineered according to the specific nitrogen application and project requirements.

Typical applications include

Nitrogen Compression Solutions by LMF

Depending on the required pressure, capacity, nitrogen purity, operating profile and installation conditions, LMF provides mobile and stationary reciprocating compressor solutions for nitrogen applications.

Mobile Nitrogen Compressors

Recommended solution for mobile nitrogen compression and on-site nitrogen supply applications, including pipeline testing, well stimulation and enhanced oil recovery.

  • Capacity:
    up to 22 Nm³/min (FAD)
  • Pressure:
    up to 350 bar
  • Purity:
    95 % N₂
  • Power consumption:
    up to 900 kW

Trunk-type Compressors

Recommended solution for 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 15 100 Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 300 bar
  • Power consumption:
    up to 6 MW

API 618 Compressors

Recommended solution for continuous 24/7 operation in demanding heavy-duty process applications.

  • Capacity:
    up to 27 000 Nm³/h
  • Pressure:
    up to 300 bar
  • Power consumption:
    up to 6 MW

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FAQs

LMF develops reciprocating high pressure compressor solutions for a wide range of nitrogen 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 different process conditions.

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

Yes. LMF develops complete mobile nitrogen compressor solutions under the P-Pack product family. Designed for flexible on-site operation, P-Pack solutions support applications such as pipeline testing, well stimulation, enhanced oil recovery and other temporary nitrogen compression projects.

Each package integrates the compressor unit, 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 reciprocating compressor solution for temporary on-site gas compression applications. For nitrogen applications, it is used wherever flexible on-site nitrogen compression or supply is required, including pipeline testing, well stimulation and enhanced oil recovery.

Nitrogen is chemically inert under most industrial process conditions. It can be used to displace oxygen, prevent oxidation and contamination and reduce the risk of explosive gas mixtures. Reliable nitrogen compression makes the gas available at the pressure required for the specific inerting, sealing or testing process.