Proven Performance

IN RECIPROCATING COMPRESSORS
AROUND THE WORLD
A HIGHER STANDARD FOR
COMPRESSION
Whether your target is improved reliability, greater efficiency, EMISSIONS MANAGEMENT
emissions control or cost savings, Cook Compression
combines the engineering expertise, high-quality products, Emissions often originate from multiple sources, and several
comprehensive shop and field services, and project measures may be needed to achieve the desired level of control.
management to achieve your goals. The experts at Cook Compression will assess your situation and
consult with you on options to meet your objectives.
We know that no one-size-fits-all remedy can address
differences in machinery, applications, environments and Our material and design advances extend component life
objectives. That’s why we take an individualized approach to and prolong sealing effectiveness. To correct problems and
every job. upgrade emissions control, we offer a broad line of engineered
components and systems, including low-emissions rod
Our in-house engineering teams design each solution to rings, shutdown seals and purge gas systems. Flow testing
the specific operating conditions, applying sophisticated accurately quantifies compressor seal leakage, enabling
modeling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element comparisons of packing options and component upgrades.
analysis (FEA), valve dynamics simulation and advanced
materials expertise to extend maintenance intervals and Emissions compliance can also be significantly improved
optimize performance. through implementation of proper repair processes and
routine service. Cook Compression provides expert repairs
Our experienced technicians provide responsive, reliable for packing, pistons, rods and valves, as well as complete
repairs, reconditioning, replacements and upgrades to cylinder overhauls. Components are restored to factory
maximize availability, support meaningful advances in safety specifications, and cylinders are pressure tested to verify
and environmental compliance, lengthen equipment life, and sealing performance.
reduce costs.

Our specialized projects group offers turnkey compressor

project implementation to help you achieve your asset
management objectives, while Cook Mechanical Field
Services provides on-site maintenance, repair and overhaul
services for a full range of machinery.

Moreover, our commitment to research and development

enables us to solve your most difficult problems and deliver
breakthrough valve and sealing technologies. Ongoing
materials development continues to improve reliability and
performance, while our in-house test compressor allows us to
prove out our solutions.

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A TOTAL SOLUTION

Harness the full power of Cook Compression for an in-depth understanding of

your processes, flows, systems and components – and to define a path forward for
integrated optimization.

From specialized technical assistance to complete, turnkey project planning and

execution, Cook Compression can partner with you to boost reliability, efficiency
and productivity.

We can supplement your internal resources or provide complete management

and operational control, from concept through commissioning. Our capabilities
include application analysis and engineering studies, performance optimization,
reapplication of existing equipment to updated processes, replacement or
modification of key components, life cycle improvements, emissions solutions and
operating cost reductions.

A LEGACY OF EXPERTISE

In more than 100 years of service to the gas compression industry, Cook
Compression has pioneered technology developments and amassed unrivaled
expertise. Our proficiency includes not only the machinery but also the applications
encountered in refining, petrochemical, gas gathering and processing, pipeline, air
separation, chemical and industrial operations.

Cook Compression is your resource to enhance the performance of reciprocating

compressors from any manufacturer, in any service, anywhere in the world.

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Components, from the Crosshead Out
• Custom engineering plates, leaf springs and other metallic and non-metallic
• Patented technologies components for any make or model valve.
• ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management systems
• Lean manufacturing Capacity control solutions from Cook Compression improve
• Commitment to continuous improvement operational flexibility, reduce power consumption and prolong
• Proprietary high-performance materials driver life; most can be retrofitted in the field. Cook indicator
• In-house injection and compression molding ports enable safe, reliable pressure monitoring through
• Consistent machining to precise tolerances existing suction or discharge valves. And for improved
• Stringent quality assurance safety, reduced fugitive emissions and more reliable sealing
compared to ordinary jack-bolt restraints, Cook provides
VALVE TECHNOLOGIES high-security valve restraints.

From precision-crafted metal plate valves to the latest high- ROD RINGS
performance designs with non-metallic internals, Cook
Compression offers valve solutions that substantially increase Compressor reliability, efficiency, run times and operating
reliability and efficiency while reducing life cycle costs. cost-effectiveness can all be significantly improved by
optimizing rod rings. Cook Compression is the leader in rod
Cook revolutionized compressor valves in 1971 with the original ring technology, with more products in more applications
radiused-disc valve, the Manley® valve, and has continued to than any other sealing component provider.
innovate in valve designs and materials. The MOPPET® valve
provides highly reliable service in the dirtiest, most demanding Continued development, backed by extensive applications
conditions; the Ring Damped Valve is optimized for efficient and knowledge, results in custom seal ring, pressure breaker,
reliable performance in high-speed compressors; and the Optima™ vent ring, purge ring and wiper ring solutions that consistently
series plate valves offer custom-engineered replacements to meet outperform traditional approaches. Expert selection from a wide
the specifications of the vast majority of reciprocating compressors. array of material options – including conventional metallics,
alloys and PTFE; engineered thermoplastics; and our high-
In addition to complete valve assemblies, Cook manufactures performance TruTech™ materials – dramatically improves
plates, discs, rings, buttons, poppets, damper plates, spring packing ring durability.

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PACKING CASES PISTONS

Cook Compression offers custom-engineered packing cases Cook manufactures single-piece and segmental piston
for any gas composition, at pressures from vacuum to 50,000 designs in a wide assortment of sizes, materials and
psi (3,450 bar), in lubricated or non-lubricated service. specifications. To ensure that pistons meet or exceed
maximum load requirements, each new design is thoroughly
Features for venting and purging of gas are combined evaluated using FEA and knowledge accumulated through
with specialty rings, control systems and/or secondary years of applications experience.
containment systems to create high-performance emissions
solutions. Patented Low-Friction™ technology for purge and PISTON RODS
vent seals lowers rod temperatures and extends seal life.
Vortex Cooling® packing cases provide highly efficient heat Beginning with the highest-quality mill-certified materials,
transfer, as well as reduced leakage, in an API 618, 5th edition Cook Compression engineers and manufactures rods to
compliant design. perform reliably and deliver lasting value. These premium
piston rods are available for all major makes and models of
PISTON RINGS AND RIDERS reciprocating compressors.

Our precision-made piston ring seals and rider rings have Subject to application requirements, rods are induction-
been developed in close collaboration with compressor hardened or tungsten-carbide coated to resist wear and
operators and OEMs to respond to evolving operational extend run times. Other coatings and surface treatments are
requirements. Cook optimizes rider ring geometry, also available. All rods are manufactured with rolled threads
features, dimensions and materials to reduce loads and to increase strength and eliminate stress risers.
provide maximum service life, even in the most demanding
applications. Piston rings are engineered to limit leakage and
provide lasting reliability.

All piston ring and rider materials are tested and validated
through engineering analyses and Cook’s in-house materials
laboratory and test compressor.

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Complete Compressor Services
• Analysis, design, upgrade, conversion, reconditioning and repair Services include:
• Bundled services with alliance partners • Valve and related component reconditioning and replacement
• Improved machinery performance • Cylinder relining, resizing and overall repair
• Increased reliability • PlasKote50+® cylinder bore plasma coating
• Improved regulatory compliance • Turnkey low-density polyethylene (LDPE) cylinder
• Superior safety reconditioning
• Hydrostatic pressure testing
REPAIRS, RECONDITIONING AND UPGRADES • Indicator port tapping for pressure monitoring
• Piston rod resurfacing, wear-resistant hardening and
Cook Compression provides complete cylinder-end thread rolling
aftermarket service, with the experience to meet everyday • Piston repair
needs and the expertise to solve extraordinary problems. • Restoration of ring and rider band grooves
We handle everything from routine repairs and preventative • Piston ring and rider band manufacturing
maintenance to emergency service, planned upgrades and • Pressure and wiper packing case repair and component
major turnarounds – for any type of reciprocating compressor. replacement
• Crosshead rebabbitting and repair
Our strategically located service centers and network of • Crosshead slide repair and resizing
highly experienced sales and technical specialists respond • Compressor frame aligning and boring
quickly to your needs. Our facilities are state-of-the-art, both • Distance piece and connecting rod inspection, machining
in terms of the machinery we use and in the procedures we and repair
have refined over more than a century of service to the gas • Non-lube conversions
compression industry.

Repair and reconditioning can return components to as-new AUTHORIZED ARIEL PARTS DISTRIBUTOR
condition and yield significant cost and time savings compared
Cook Compression is an
to replacements. Our custom engineering and expert technical
authorized distributor of OEM
support services ensure enhanced performance, address
replacement parts for Ariel gas
chronic problems, and accommodate rerates.
compressors.

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MECHANICAL FIELD SERVICES

Cook Mechanical Field Services (Cook-MFS) has the

knowledge and experience to keep your site’s full range
of reciprocating and rotating equipment operating reliably,
efficiently and economically. Our seasoned field service
professionals provide on-site repairs, portable machining,
maintenance, overhauls, upgrades, turnarounds and installation,
as well as logistics, diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Meanwhile, our facilities have heavy-lifting capabilities

and the resources to perform services ranging from minor
machine work to complete rebuilds. From tear-down and
inspection through final assembly and start-up, we provide
turnkey service with all replacement parts, machining labor,
logistics and engineering support.

Our reputation for quality has made us the service provider

of choice for industry leaders. Each completed Cook-
MFS project is accompanied by complete documentation,
ensuring that our customers know the health of their
equipment at any given time – and can plan for outages
instead of respond to emergencies.

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WHO WE ARE
Cook Compression is part of Dover Comprising the Waukesha Bearings®, Bearings Plus®, Inpro/Seal® and Cook
Precision Components, an integrated Compression® brands, the Dover Precision Components portfolio includes
provider of performance-critical hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection,
solutions for rotating and reciprocating and reciprocating compressor components. Each solution is custom-engineered
machinery across the oil & gas, power to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by
generation, marine, industrial, chemical comprehensive aftermarket services.
and general processing markets.
Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities
in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales
representatives around the world.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Visit www.cookcompression.com to find your local
Cook Compression representative or submit an inquiry.

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