Industrial screw compressor package for ammonia refrigeration
Optimize energy use and ensure precise temperature control in refrigeration processes with this advanced compressor package, designed to handle varied operational demands via its variable speed control and pressure-efficient design.

Compresses and Regulates Refrigeration and Cooling Systems
The GEA Grasso M Series Screw Compressor Package is engineered by GEA to offer precise regulation and enhanced energy efficiency for diverse industrial applications. This innovative system utilizes integrated pressure-activated check valves and infinitely adjustable capacity, improving efficiency across refrigeration and cooling processes. Its advanced design supports ammonia (R717) and carbon dioxide (R744) applications, making it ideal for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. The compressor’s variable speed range from 1,000 to 6,000 rpm allows for flexible operation under various load conditions, accommodating production demands for high-speed continuous processes. With a swept volume capacity from 231 to 870 m³/h, it ensures optimal performance and reliability. Adhering to API 619 and ISO 10440 standards, the package incorporates easy assembly features and low-pressure drops, maximizing uptime and reducing operational costs. Available options include customization to meet specific engineering and production needs.
Benefits
- Enhances energy efficiency with a wide variable speed range, reducing power consumption and operating costs.
- Simplifies setup and maintenance through integrated components and low-pressure drop design, ensuring consistent performance.
- Adapts to a wide range of refrigerant applications, increasing operational versatility across industries.
- Complies with API 619 and ISO 10440 standards, ensuring safety and reliability in critical processes.
- Supports high-speed continuous operations, optimizing productivity in demanding production environments.
- Applications
- Chemical processing,Energy systems,Gas,Refrigerants,Refrigeration,Oil,Food production,Beverage production,Heating,Cold chain management,Pharmaceutical production,Environmental applications
- End products
- Carbonated beverages,Renewable energy systems,Biofuels,Air conditioning coolant,Frozen vegetables,Processed crude oil,Climate-controlled storage units,Packaged seafood,Pharmaceutical grade ethanol,Pasteurized milk,Ice cream,Carbon dioxide (r744),Liquefied natural gas,Solvent-based paints,Ammonia (r717)
- Steps before
- Steps after
- Input ingredients
- ammonia (R717),common refrigerants,R744
- Output ingredients
- cooling capacity,heating capacity
- Market info
- GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.
- Compressor type
- GEA Grasso M series
- Swept volume
- 231 – 870 m³/h
- Speed range
- 1,000 - 6,000 rpm
- Design pressure
- 28 bar,52 bar
- Cooling capacity
- Variable depending on model and conditions
- Refrigerants
- Ammonia (R717) and other common refrigerants
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Energy efficiency
- 0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Speed range
- 1,000 - 6,000 rpm
- Capacity control
- Infinitely adjustable
- Pressure-activated check valve
- Integrated
- Suction filter
- Integrated
- Refrigerant compatibility
- Ammonia (R717) and other common refrigerants
- Corrosion resistance
- Designed for high-pressure applications (28 bar,52 bar)
- Pressure resistance
- Screw compressors with integrated pressure-activated check valve
- Refrigerant compatibility
- Ammonia (R717) and all other common refrigerants
- Footprint
- Compact design
- Compressor sizes
- Eight sizes
- Swept volume range
- 231 to 870 m³/h
- Pressure rating
- 28 bar,52 bar
- Speed range
- 1,000 to 6,000 rpm
- Design for refrigerants
- Ammonia (R717) and others
- Control panel type
- Integrated HMI
- Speed control
- Variable speed (1,000 to 6,000 rpm)
- Refrigerant compatibility
- Ammonia (R717) and common refrigerants
- Suction filter integration
- Integrated suction filter and coupling housing