Case #: 1
Situation:
Customer had OEM cylinders w/o nameplates and no known pressure rating. This was considered a safety hazard. Driver is an I-R KVG and cylinders were non I-R but those of another OEM.
Customer's Need:
Replacement cylinders with certified pressure rating and capacity, appropriate flange size and rating and suitable attachment adapter for existing I-R driver.
ACI's Solution:
Selected Cooper ductile iron cylinder with proper features, designed piston and rod assembly, bored liner to correct size and produced appropriate adapter. Reworked accessories such as packing and valves to supply fully remanufactured assemblies.
Follow-up:
Remanufactured cylinders provided ahead of customer’s schedule and they performed mechanically and thermodynamically in accordance with customer’s specs.