Multistage Centrifugal Blowers

Multistage Centrifugal Blowers

In order to meet all the requirements for air and gas

applications, Ingersoll Rand provides a new generation of
Hibon Multistage Centrifugal Blowers: a complementary
solution to rotary lobe blowers and turbo compressors for
users of vacuum and low pressure systems.

With the addition of this new state-of-the-art technology, is a wide range of efficient solutions,
all complying with the various operation require­­-ments of each particular application. Multistage
blowers are ideally suited for all operations where a variable flow at constant pressure is a definite
requirement. The performance characteristics of these blowers generate a variable flow and power
at a constant speed.

Operating Principle Benefits

Blowers are dynamic radial compres­sors. They Ingersoll Rand offers the benefits of the proper
build up a pressure by accelerating the fluid equipment solution that is economical
in a set of impellers and then decelerating and quiet.
the fluid by means of long-radius and high- Hibon’s flow versus pressure character­istic
efficiency diffusers. curve allows for a wide operating range down
By activating a valve located on the suction to 50% of flow rate, without surging.
side, Hibon blowers’ special design allows for Ingersoll Rand’s knowledgeable staff and
modulation of airflow while maintaining a our local manufacturers representatives are a
constant pressure. The power consumption is valuable asset to every project.
thus in direct proportion to the required mass
flow rate.
Applications
Designed to handle air or gas, Hibon blowers
are used in the following applications:

• water treatment
• waste water treatment
• biogas recovering
• combustion air
• central vacuum cleaning
• fluidization and homogenization of silos
• liquids or baths aeration and agitation
• air knife drying
• galvanizing process
• gas compression for chemical and
petro-chemical industries
• pulp and pater, printing industries
Construction and benefits
Hibon blowers are fabricated using the most advanced
processes, with digital control machining for the highest
precision level. Each unit is tested and a report is issued
showing vibration data.
Specific design features:
• Blower inlet/outlet heads and intermediate • Bearing housings are fabricated of ASTM A
sections are fabricated of cast iron ASTM 48-38B (FGL 200) cast iron, temperature-
A 48-30B (FGL 200) for an outstanding stabilized and precision-machined to ensure
strength. parallel alignment to the casing. Additionally,

• Impellers are of cast or riveted aluminum the housing is designed to prevent pressur­

alloy, depending on the flow characteristics ization from the process air, thus eliminating

required. They are statically and dynami­ any potential oil leaks.

cally balanced for efficient operation without • Carbon ring seals within the bearing housing
vibration. reduce air leaks while improving compression

• There are ample internal clear­ances, with no efficiency.

interference fitting surfaces,offering spark- • Compressed air/gas is guaranteed 100%

free operation. oil free.

• Shaft is SAE 10-45 (XC 38) steel.

• Type C3 ball bearings are designed for 100,000

hours, AFBMA-B10 (NF ISO 281 LH10)
service life. They are oil bath lubri­cated, by
means of an advanced design factory preset
lubricator, which assures a constant oil level
for long service life.
Construction features
High Efficiency High Efficiency Low Vibration Long Life
Cast iron ASTM A 48-30B Large turning radius of Cast aluminum or fabricated Constant level oiler
Large inlet guide vane on interstage channel impellers statically and
series 450 and above dynamically balanced

 igh Efficiency
H
Carbon ring seals
(double carbon ring with
purge upon request)

Heavy Duty
Ball-type bearings
rated at 100,000 hours

High Efficiency Low Vibration Long Life Easy Maintenance

Optimized ratios of impellers Minimum bearing span Non-pressurized outboard Outboard housing bearings
vs. diffuser diameter bearing housing
(no oil leakage)

Typical Installation
2 3 4 8, 11 15
1 Centrifugal blower 9 Threaded flange
5 6
2 Diff. pressure indicator 10 Motor 14
3 Inlet silencer 11 Temperature indicator
7
4 Inlet valve 12 Surge by-pass valve
13
5 Flexible sleeve (inlet) motorized 9
6 Flexible sleeve (outlet) 13 Surge by-pass silencer 10 12
7 Check valve 14 Inlet filter
8 Pressure gauge 15 Isolating valve 1
State of the Art Control Systems
Ingersoll Rand is an ISO 9001 certified company, quality-oriented
throughout its operations, including its employees’ qualifications
and production performance. Blowers are selected on the basis of
characteristic curves that are validated on an automated ASME certified
test bench. Curves are established utilizing the same software as used
in aeronautics for airflow in aircraft turbines.
Process and Instrumentation Diagram

Control System
The functional design of each unit allows it flow rate, based on data from the operator or
to be equipped with a control panel using an external signal from the process controllers
a programmable logic controller with an such as dissolved oxygen, pressure and
operator interface for a highly user-friendly temperature sensors.
operation. This control panel will accept inputs A programmable controller is used with
from instrumentation, such as RTD sensors, components that are commer­cially available.
vibration switches, dissolved oxygen meters, This controller operates with Hibon software,
and pressure transmitters. optimized and adapted for each particular
In addition, the control panel monitors start/ application.
stop sequences. It allows for programming to
automatically main­tain constant air and gas
Packaging Options
Available Equipment Options: Range
• Double carbon ring seals with purge by an inert gas. Hibon blowers meet the most demanding
• Corrosion-resistant coatings for casing and impeller. industrial/munic­ipal requirements for
• Double enclosure housing for explosion-proof construction. vibration, noise and efficiency. Hibon blowers
• Performance tested in accor­dance with the latest ASME PTC 10 standards. can deliver 500 CFM to 25,000 CFM of dry/
• Variable Frequency Drive pack­ages complete with Controls. clean air without fluctuations, at pressures
up to 20 psig (1.3 bar) and a vacuum up to 15
inches of mer­cury (500 mbar absolute).
Multistage Centrifugal Blower Flow and Pressure Range

Unit Assembly
Blower assembly is specifically designed to Unit with gearbox

provide a compact and complete unit,

with special attention to alignment of the
motor/blower base assembly, for a vibration-
free solution.

Many accessories are available to suit

environmental and oper­ating requirements,
such as an inlet filter/silencer, a modu­la­t­ing
inlet/discharge valve, flexible couplings, and
check valves.

No special foundation or anchors are required

for the unit, allowing it to advantageously
replace any existing installation with a
minimum of modifications.
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productivity of our commercial, industrial and process customers. Our innovative products include air compressors,
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59290 Wasquehal 12055, Cote de Liesse
France Dorval, Quebec
Canada, H9P 1B4
Tel: (33) 03 20 45 39 39
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Ingersoll Rand compressors are not designed, intended or approved for breathing air applications. Ingersoll Rand does not approve specialized equipment for
breathing air application sand assumes no responsibility or liability for compressors used for breathing air service.
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