Sanford, J.
Joel Sanford is a Senior Key Expert in the Technology and Innovation group at Siemens. He is responsible for the development of new valve and unloading technologies for reciprocating compressor product lines. Mr. Sanford has 30 yr of experience in the design and development of reciprocating compressors for the oil and gas industry. He holds a BS degree in mechanical engineering from Alfred University in Alfred, New York, and an associate degree in applied science and internal combustion engine technology from Alfred State College.
Variable capacity control technology facilitates efficient operation for reciprocating compressors
Environment & Safety
/ Maintenance & Reliability
/ Petrochemicals
/ Process Control
/ Process Optimization
/ Refining
/ Compressors
/ Economics
/ Engineering & Design
/ Environment
/ Information Systems
/ Loss Prevention
/ Motors
/ Natural Gas
/ Rotating Equipment
/ Utilities
/ Valves
Reciprocating compressors are used extensively in refinery and petrochemical operations to keep feedstocks and products moving through miles of piping.
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Project:
Long Son Petrochemicals Complex
Location:
Long Son, Vietnam
Operator:
Siam Cement Group
Cost:
$5.4 B
Capacity:
1.65 MMtpy
Completion date:
2023
Status:
Under Construction

