
Ensuring reliability and maximized uptime with an engineered solution
Our customer, one of the most efficient integrated steel-producing complexes in the world, operating in five strategic sectors of the economy, namely steel, mining, logistics, cement, and energy, needed support with their compressors. The company owns an integrated steel mill with five plants in Brazil. In one of the plants, our customer operates several Laby® compressors. Burckhardt Compression Brazil (BCBR) kept in contact with the customer to be there right when they needed a reliable service provider.
When the customer had issues with one of their Laby® compressors and was not getting the desired solution from a third-party provider, we were at their side to swiftly diagnose the compressor. With our engineered solutions to overhaul the compressor, we met all commercial and technical expectations. True partnership shows when urgent situations arise.
After facing significant challenges, Burckhardt Compression Brazil stepped in and provided exceptional support. Their team was proactive, knowledgeable, and committed to finding solutions that met urgent needs. The review of our Laby® compressor was completed on time and exceeded our expectations. The machine is running smoothly, without any issues, and we are now discussing further improvements with Burckhardt Compression. Their expertise and dedication have made a significant positive impact on our operations.
What our customer says
Customer challenges

- A Laby® compressor had previously been involved in a fire incident
- A block crack required repair, as the leadtime for the new block exceeded the customer’s required timeframe
- Accelerated wear rates of compressor rings
- Moisture and condensation issues in the cylinder
- Need for a reliable service provider capable of fast issue detection and offering repair or revamp solutions
- Tight schedule and budget constraints
Manufacturer | Burckhardt Compression |
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Type | Laby® 2K90-2H |
Power | 93 kW / 125 hp |
Speed | 735 rpm |
Gas | Argon |
Suction pressure | 7.14 bara / 103.56 psia |
Discharge pressure | 36.3 bara / 526.49 psia |
Lubrication | Yes |
Our solution
Proactive approach
Our sales team contacted the customer regularly to offer our services not knowing they had an urgent need right at that moment. We believe in partnership.
Expert knowledge
Our engineering team swiftly assessed the damage and inefficiencies, recommending a comprehensive overhaul to eliminate all issues and restore the compressor’s reliability.
Fast reaction
With our pool of available compressors, we quickly offered a solution by using two of them as donors for parts that exceeded the customer’s schedule.
Highest quality
Even for the most demanding applications or tight schedules, we never compromise on quality. Only components and services that meet our high standards reach the customer.
Efficient communication
With a single point of contact at BCBR and open communication between the on-site team, our engineering department, and the customer, we ensured effective communication and project coordination.
Meeting commercial and technical expectations
Throughout the project, we kept the tight schedule and budget by delivering a technically sound and cost-effective solution.
Customer benetits

- Improved production efficiency
- Minimized downtime
- Increased reliability and availability
- Fast and technically solid solution that met all requirements and expectations
- Delivered on schedule and within budget