Oil-free auxiliary air compressors from Dürr Technik
Versatile solutions for rail transport
Are you looking for suitable compressors for specific applications on your rail vehicles? Whether as a standalone unit or a system solution – with an oil-free auxiliary air compressor from Dürr Technik, you’re always in good hands, because we understand our customers’ requirements inside out. After all, we are the global market leader in oil-free compressors for railway applications.
Durability, cost-efficiency and certifications are key factors in the railway sector. But the weight of the individual components also plays an important role – as this can significantly reduce rail wear costs. With what is currently the lightest oil-free compressor for pantographs, Dürr Technik is contributing to further weight reduction in the rail sector.
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Units, special-purpose units and system solutions
A wide range of variants is available to you – from DC to three-phase solutions, from 24V DC to 400V 3-phase AC. As customised units, our compressors can, for example, be fitted with EMC filters, special coatings, specific electronics, connectors, etc. Rely on our unique expertise in the development and manufacture of complete compressed air systems and installations for the rail sector, tailored as bespoke system solutions to your specifications.
DC compressors for your railway applications
Our DC compressors are manufactured in Germany and comply with all relevant standards and specifications customary in the railway sector.
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Possible applications
- Raising the pantograph
- Control of sanding systems
- Flange lubrication
- Operating the signal horn
- Filling sand hoppers
Reliable and low-maintenance pantograph compressors
Dürr Technik offers oil-free compressors that have been specially developed for rail vehicles and for use in pneumatic supply units. These robust compressors ensure a reliable supply of compressed air for pantographs and have proven their worth in various types of rail vehicles. Dürr Technik’s compressors are characterised by their long service life, ease of maintenance and high energy efficiency. These features make them a first-class choice for the demanding requirements of the rail industry.
Configuration options
- Operating range from -50°C to +70°C (depending on the model)
- Unrestricted installation positions for the units
- Adsorption or membrane dryers for stations
- System solutions with housing
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Potential savings with oil-free compressors
The potential savings over the years are enormous. As an example, here you can see the cumulative maintenance costs for a customer using oil-lubricated compressors compared with oil-free compressors from Dürr Technik over a 20-year period, based on a project involving 146 compressors.The potential saving (△) amounts to 2.95 million euros – equivalent to 86 per cent.
Certifications
Our compressors for rail vehicles are manufactured in Germany and comply with all the standards and specifications customary in the railway sector. For example, we have been IRIS-certified since 2009. Here is a selection of the standards we comply with:
- EN 50121-3-2 Electromagnetic compatibility
- EN 45545-2 Fire safety requirements
- EN ISO 9227 Salt spray test
- EN 61373 Vibration and shock testing
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