Section 3 • Installation
Additional Information
Codes and Standards
Vilter followed the following codes and standards when designing your foundation:
•ACI
•ASTM
•ASCE 7
•IBC 2006
General Design Requirements
The compressor foundation is designed to:
•Maintain the compressor in alignment and at proper elevation.
•Minimize vibration and prevents its transmission to other structures
•Provide a permanently rigid support
Operation and Performance | • Provide sufficient depth to dampen vibrations. |
The foundation was designed for: |
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•Outside environment severe exposure
•Ambient temperature
•Unit weight 20,000 lbs
•RPM 3600
•Soil bearing capacity 1,500 lbs/sq.ft.
•Wind speed 120 MPH
•Exposure factor D
•Wind importance factor 1.15
•Concrete poured on and permanently cast against the earth
OVER ALL G.A. LENGTH +
CENTER LINE GAS COMPRESSION SYSTEM
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