The breakthrough, backed by the Petrochemical Research and Technology
Company (PRTC), was revealed on Monday at the third Petrotech Conference. The
unveiling ceremony featured top officials, including Omid Shakeri, Deputy
Petroleum Minister for Engineering, Research, and Technology, Mohsen
Mohammadpour, Advisor to the Petroleum Minister, and Nasser Nohjah, CEO of
PRTC.
Advanced Technology for Oil-Free Applications
Developed by the knowledge-based company Tose’e Machine Irsa, the
compressor is considered one of the most advanced oil-free systems designed for
the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. Displayed at Booth 20 in Hall 6 of
the Petrotech exhibition, the compressor plays a crucial role in polypropylene
production units.
The variable-speed technology allows the system to optimize processes
and enhance energy efficiency by handling a primary gas mixture along with two
alternative compositions.
Nanotechnology Enhancements for Longer Lifespan
A key feature of this compressor is the application of
fifth-generation nanotechnology for impeller coatings, which extends
operational lifespan by preventing polypropylene particle buildup in the gas
flow. This innovation significantly reduces maintenance costs while boosting
operational stability in petrochemical facilities.
With an output pressure of 26 bar for 509 cubic meters per hour of
process gas, the compressor operates at speeds of up to 7,200 revolutions per minute
(RPM) and can increase output pressure up to 28 bar.
Boosting Industrial Self-Sufficiency and Saving Foreign Currency
More than 85% of the compressor’s components were locally
manufactured, contributing to Iran’s drive for industrial independence. The
technology’s localization is expected to save the country over $1 million in
foreign currency while reducing reliance on international suppliers.
The unveiling marks a significant step forward in Iran’s efforts to
achieve technological self-sufficiency and strengthen its role in the global
supply chain for strategic oil and petrochemical equipment.