Having spent my career in the gas compressor packaging business, I can say that API 11P (and subsequently ISO 13631) is intended to directly address the type of equipment you are overseeing. In fact, the title of API 11P is Specification for Packages Reciprocating Compressors of Oil and Gas...
These problems can be frustrating and elusive. Assuming that the compressor has been rebuilt properly and to the specs, I would look at the startup procedure. For instance, if the compressor is being started in very cold temperatures, it is possible that the lubrication system is not providing...
From the perspective of a compressor packager, I can say that the pressure in which a unit needs to be blown down to in order to allow restart varies based upon each different compressor package design. The limiting factor is generally the bypass/recycle line size, as they are commonly the...
Having spent my career in compressor packaging, I can say that you face a common dilemma. I agree with your comment about EPCs and customers not grasping the concept. Sadly, some packagers do not either.
Explaining the situation to others can become complex because the fundamental concepts...
