Atlas Copco Announces New Hurricane Booster
Atlas Copco's new Hurricane model B7-41/1000 booster is driven by a Caterpillar C7 diesel engine and features a four-cylinder, single stage, reciprocating booster. Though smaller and lighter than competitive units of the same class, the Hurricane B7-41 has a capacity of 2440 cfm at a maximum discharge of 1,000 psi.
The newly designed Hurricane B7-41 sports several improvements over previous models. Each cylinder has a temperature sensor, and engine and booster coolers are now separate. Airflow is improved by means of a dual inlet suction manifold, and the piping route has been improved. Safe transportation of the unit has been enhanced by single-point lifting and a stronger base-frame with forklift slots.
Using a six-cylinder, turbo-charged drive engine, the new Hurricane booster from Atlas Copco provides increased flows and pressures for improved borehole drilling. It also comes with a standard 24 volt starting and operating system.
Other standard features on the Hurricane B7-41/1000 include automatic load/unload, booster bypass manifold, pre-cooler with a built-in bypass valve, after-cooler, and suction scrubber tank. The booster block is water-cooled. A full function instrument panel monitors all pressures, temperatures and controls, and is equipped with full protection shutdown and fault indicators.
Optional features include an automatic scrubber tank drain, a full protection frame, a digital control panel and a cold weather kit. A variety of additional options is available.
"The new design of the B7-41 booster fits perfectly in the Atlas Copco product family," said Bram Houpeline, General Manager, Atlas Copco Hurricane LLC. "The first response from customers is very enthusiastic, and they acknowledge the added benefits that show Atlas Copco Hurricane's commitment to sustainable productivity."
The new Atlas Copco Hurricane B7-41/1000 booster, like other Hurricane boosters, serves applications in oil and gas air/foam drilling, nitrogen generation, pipeline services, and water well and geothermal drilling.
About Atlas Copco
Atlas Copco is an industrial group with world-leading positions in compressors, construction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. The Group delivers sustainable solutions for increased customer productivity through innovative products and services. Founded 1873, the company is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a global reach spanning more than 170 countries. In 2009, Atlas Copco had about 30 000 employees and revenues of BSEK 64 (BEUR 6.0). For more information, visit www.atlascopco.com.
SOURCE: Atlas Copco