Chengdu Kener’s third-generation axial flow compressor released

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On January 16, Chengdu Chengfa Kenergy Power Engineering Co., Ltd. held a global launch event for its new products in Changzhou, introducing three core product series: the third-generation ICTA3 industrial axial flow compressors, the CGA/CGB series of gear-mounted compressors, and the high-performance EGT40 gas turbines. The newly launched products integrate advanced aeroengine technologies, achieving significant breakthroughs in terms of improved efficiency, energy conservation and emission reduction, as well as technological independence. This marks a break by China in the field of industrial power equipment from foreign technological monopolies, enabling it to join the ranks of international leaders; it also provides strong impetus for industrial upgrading within the context of the \"dual carbon\" strategy. As the flagship product of this launch, the ICTA3 third-generation industrial axial flow compressor, which is based on advanced aeroengine technology, is the result of four years of collaborative effort by Chengdu Kenerg and the China Aeroengine Research Institute. Drawing on advanced aeroengine technology, it was developed specifically to meet the energy-saving and carbon-reduction needs of the industrial sector. ICTA3 introduced the “Ultra ONE” blade series, which features a controllably diffusing blade profile, a low aspect ratio, and a fully three-dimensional aerodynamic design. The modulus of each blade section is optimized for optimal aerodynamic performance, resulting in an aerodynamic efficiency that is more than 5 percentage points higher than that of China’s second-generation products, and on par with the international benchmark – Germany’s MAN Turbo MAX1 series. The number of units has been reduced by 35%, resulting in a significant increase in power density. In terms of reliability, the product incorporates the strength design standards for aero engines, using blades with high cross-sectional modulus, blade shroud adjustment technologies, and an optimized tenon structure. This results in a 30% reduction in the dynamic stress levels of the blades, ensuring that the engine assembly maintains sufficient safety margins even under extreme operating conditions such as surge. As verified through actual testing on the first pilot project unit manufactured by Jiangsu Zhongtian Steel, the ICTA3 unit reduces electricity consumption per ton of iron produced by approximately 6.4 kWh, resulting in an energy savings of over 8%. The annual electricity savings amount to more than 10 million kWh, while carbon dioxide emissions are reduced by around 11,000 tons. Apart from the metallurgy industry, this technology also holds great potential for application in various energy-intensive sectors such as petrochemicals, chemicals, air separation, and energy storage.