Airend Rebuilds - Air Relief

Airend Rebuilds & Exchanges for Centrifugal Compressors

At Air Relief, we specialize in comprehensive airend rebuilds and exchanges for centrifugal air compressors. Our services, designed for compressors from top brands like Ingersoll-Rand®, Centac®, Cameron®, and Cooper®, help restore compressor performance, reduce downtime, and improve energy efficiency. Whether you need routine maintenance, major repairs, or a complete airend rebuild, we provide custom solutions for your compressor needs.

For more details on how we optimize centrifugal compressor performance, check out our Compressor Repair Services page.

Why Are Airend Overhauls or Exchanges Necessary?

Centrifugal air compressors experience wear and tear over time, which can lead to decreased efficiency, increased energy costs, and unplanned downtime. Airend rebuilds or airend exchanges can be essential for maintaining optimal performance, improving energy efficiency, and preventing costly breakdowns.

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Airend Rebuild & Exchange Options:

1. Airend Exchange

  • Ship completely assembled replacement airend
  • Quick onsite installation – one service call
  • Reduced downtime for your operations

2. Factory Airend Overhaul

  • Complete removal of the airend at your site
  • Ship to our facility for disassembly, inspection, and evaluation
  • Post-inspection quoting for necessary repair
  • Repairs completed, critical areas cleaned, and unit painted for a like-new finish

3. Onsite Airend Overhaul (Field Overhaul)

  • On-site disassembly
  • Ship primary components to our plant for disassembly, inspection, evaluation, and post-inspection quoting

Which Option is Right for You?

When choosing between an airend overhaul or airend exchange, several factors need to be considered, including the age, condition of your existing airend, the cost of replacement parts, and overall cost-effectiveness. At Air Relief, our team of experts can help assess your equipment and recommend the best solution tailored to your needs and budget.

Brands We Service

We offer airend rebuild and airend exchange services for a wide range of centrifugal compressor brands, including:

  • IR Centac
  • JOY
  • Cameron
  • Cooper

Frequently Asked Questions

An airend re-manufacturing involves disassembling and inspecting the airend components, repairing and cleaning them, and then reassembling it to restore its original condition. An airend exchange involves replacing the old airend with a fully reconditioned one.

Signs that your airend may need an overhaul or exchange include:

  • Increased energy consumption

  • Unusual noises or vibrations

  • Decreased airflow or pressure

  • Frequent service calls or breakdowns

If you notice any of these issues, it’s a good idea to have your airend assessed to determine whether an overhaul or exchange is necessary.

We offer airend overhaul and exchange services for centrifugal compressors from leading brands, including:

  • Ingersoll-Rand®
  • Centac®
  • Cameron®
  • Cooper®

Need Additional Expert Assistance?

If you need a factory airend overhaul, onsite field overhaul, or a complete airend exchange, Air Relief offers customized services to optimize the performance and longevity of your centrifugal air compressors. Contact us today to get expert recommendations and schedule your service.

Explore our Preventative Maintenance and Compressor Repair Services pages to learn how we can help keep your equipment running smoothly.