One of the common problems found while troubleshooting reciprocating compressors is that they simply fail to start. This could be the result of many different causes, both electrical and mechanical.

A common cause of premature reciprocating compressor failure is overheating. A recip that is running too hot will surely fail before its time. A service tech should always look for this potential ...

STI Vibration has released the CMCP601R reciprocating compressor demonstration kit, designed to display vibration monitoring techniques used on reciprocating machinery. The kit includes sensors and ...