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Packaged screw compressors

Howden solutions for the industrial market
Howden’s experience
in the field of screw
compressors is unique.
We were there when
they were invented.
Howden screw compressors are recognised globally as being an extremely
efficient and reliable machine, providing a high degree of uptime and minimal
maintenance for a wide range of critical applications in challenging environments.

The design, manufacture, commissioning Our innovative modular designs, multi-level

and support of our compressor packages has sourcing and competitive pricing allows us to
forever been a Howden strength. As the original offer an OEM solution to the industrial, power
equipment manufacturer (OEM), we offer and refrigeration markets, whilst maintaining
broad flexibility in specification requirements, the highest possible quality standards. Our
ranging from full API requirements to standard global reach and local expertise, enables us
industrial applications, including specifically to respond quickly to our customers, providing
tailored solutions to suit the needs of your rapid spare parts and local service support.
individual markets.
Key facts:
In 1938, James Howden & Co Ltd licenced the
screw compressor technology from SRM in Sweden
We were the first company to commercialise
the technology to the global market
Today, we continue to innovate and develop
our world leading screw compressor product

Howden’s packaged solutions

to the industrial market
There is no major industrial gas application in the world
that Howden does not have experience of, either as the
supplier of key equipment or advising on the best response
to a unique set of circumstances.
We understand the demands of the industries we work with, and
provide flexibly in the offerings we provide. The Howden Industrial
offering covers the following key applications: Process Cooling,
Industrial Gases, Chemical Applications, Power and Steel.

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 Why Howden?

Flexibility of design options

Fit for purpose package at competitive pricing with a modular selection of specifications

This ensures maximum capacities are matched in the smallest suitable compressor,
in turn lowering CAPEX and OPEX costs through associated installation and operating costs

Flexibility of design to meet the needs of every application duty through a wide product

Product knowledge and guarantee

Combining 160 years of experience and API solutions to provide intimate customer service

The best OEM Solution, as no one understands our products better than us

Full life time service coverage can be aligned to the package requirements

Product selection

Howden Select is an online configuration tool, enabling customers to input their

criteria which systemically matches your needs to our Howden product ranges

You are able to see the performance of each compressor in line with project
requirements and determine the best compressor for your selection

This software is accessible round the clock and empowers our customers
to make their own screw selection

Full life time service coverage

We provide a lifelong spare parts and maintenance service through our global network

Our global aftermarket network means that testing can be carried out at one of our
local Howden testing facilities

Comprehensive analysis ensures the accuracy of performance data, particularly relating

to the computer selection programs for standard gases and refrigerants

Our thorough testing delivers confidence that the unit will perform reliably throughout it’s life

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Response time

Our Howden global footprint allows us to have a permanent presence across every continent

Our regional offices allows a quick customer response time

We provide long term reliable performance through expert O&M and specialist engineers

Our Howden Uptime remote monitoring offers a quick resolution to unexpected issues and
minimises downtime

Operational efficiencies

Our compressors are designed for optimised performance that operate at the most efficient
point to avoid over and under compression issues, which improves the energy usage and
minimises operational costs

Our unique and innovative digital solution, Howden Uptime, provides an invaluable
insight into the performance of process critical rotating equipment

By gathering the sensor data from your compressor and analysing how it operates
and responds to the environment, we are able to deliver energy savings and extend
maintenance intervals

Reliability and availability

Our screw compressors have guarantee reliability and availability, with no down time to plant

Howden Uptime can improve plant reliability and prolong the life of your equipment
by remotely monitoring its real time output against ideal performance metrics

Removing extra capital spend

Our customers will minimise capital costs due to selecting the smallest applicable
compressor for applications requiring high pressure ratios, in fewer stages

Our customers will also lower installation costs and generate savings through
Heat Recovery options.

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 Howden industrial offering
Our OEM knowledge and experience is tailored to the your
specific requirements of for your application and operational goals

Howden industrial offering Entry level Mid level Top level

Howden bareshaft compressor

(established in 1936)

Performance guarantee for

specified operating points

Experienced project team

Standard configured design

Bespoke design to client

specifications and recognised *
international standards

Compact package footprint

Tailored documentation pack

Built in redundancy as required

Isolation of major equipment

* More consideration required for maintenance access.

The Howden oil injected screw compressor range can provide gas from 200 sm3/h
to 29000 sm3/h and up to 75bar pressure.

Base scope Potential upgrades

Iron compressor Steel Compressor

Lube oil separator (reduces oil content to 25ppm) Higher grades of oil separation
LO system designed for compressor operating point Dual pump arrangement
Flanged Customer terminating points Dual cooler arrangement
Single LO pump Compressor/motor machine condition monitoring
Pressure relief valve Upgraded document pack (including material/test certs)
Shrink wrapped packing Wooden crate packing
Collection from HCO Delivery to site

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Worldwide lifetime support
Every Howden screw compressor is the product
of over seventy years of engineering excellence

The Howden advantage

Howden products are designed to achieve maximum efficiency and long

reliable operational life through our focus on engineering excellence.
This has been established and enhanced across one of the largest installed bases of
screw compressors in the world since first commercialising screw technology in 1938.

Screw compressor configuration

software for our customers
Our Howden Select software is designed with you in mind.
Benefitting from 160 years of engineering expertise, Howden Select
is the screw compressor configuration software which allows you to
create your own product selections.
Our customers have peace of mind in the knowledge that we will match
our most efficient and economical screw compressor to your application.
You can make selections in real time, making it an efficient way to
generate results tailored to your needs. You have unlimited access
to our software, making it a convenient want to engage with our
applications and sales teams.

Click here to start your selection

Peace of mind Health and safety Compressor technology

with a digital advantage
You can depend on Howden to guarantee Effective management of Environment,
your screw compressor operates safety Health and Safety is a way of life in Howden. Howden offers unparalleled expertise
and reliably in the field, will performing in every application where reliable,
Howden’s Global Environment Health and
flawlessly in the most demanding situations. round the clock operation is paramount.
Safety (EHS) department work through a
We understand that minimizing down-time and business-wide management system to ensure With Howden’s digital solution Uptime,
maximising the reliability of your equipment is Howden adheres to common Environmental and our in-depth knowledge of compressor
critical. Howden’s focus is to ensure our build Health and Safety performance indicators. technology, we can increase compressor
quality & attention to detail exceeds your reliability, predict maintenance requirements
Our remit includes running training sessions,
expectations. and optimise performance on demand.
driving the use of our EHS Hub as a
management tool and embedding a Cross
Audit Programme throughout Howden.
The majority of our manufacturing and
servicing operations worldwide are certified
to both OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001.

In addition to our externally certified EHS

management systems, Howden has, since
2010, operated an extensive EHS Cross
Audit Programme worldwide.

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At the heart of your operations

Howden people live to improve our products and services and for over 160
years our world has revolved around our customers. This dedication means
our air and gas handling equipment adds maximum value to your
operations. We have innovation in our hearts and every day we focus on
providing you with the best solutions for your vital operations.

Howden
Old Govan Road
Renfrew PA4 8XJ
United Kingdom

Tel: +44 141 885 7500

Email: screw.package@howden.com
Web: www.howden.cloud/compressors

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