My 2016 Project: Gas Compressor Unit in 360°

In 2016, I had the opportunity to work on the installation and commissioning of a skid-mounted gas compressor unit — a project that combined my engineering expertise with my passion for capturing moments through 360° photography. This wasn’t just about machines and manuals; it was about creating a lasting record of the work, the teamwork, and the final achievement.

🔧 Design & Features

The compressor system was supplied as a fully integrated skid package, simplifying installation and alignment. At its core was a piston-type gas compressor driven by a powerful TMEIC motor, supported by pulsation bottles to stabilize pressure flow.

A closed-loop lubrication system ensured reliability, using duplex oil filters and a shell-and-tube cooler to maintain proper oil temperature. The unit was supported by a gear-driven oil pump and an auxiliary Siemens motor-driven pump for start-up and backup.

Safety and control were built into the design. The Distributed Control System (DCS) and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) ensured protection at all times, while all auxiliary equipment was neatly mounted on the skid for efficient tie-in to plant piping and utilities.

⚙️ Purpose & Usage

This gas compressor was built to boost natural gas pressure before feeding turbines, making it essential for power generation facilities. Similar systems also serve in refineries, chemical plants, and industrial utilities, where stable gas flow is critical to operations.

📸 Capturing the Process in 360°

For me, the highlight of this project was not just the technical accomplishment, but the chance to document the entire journey in 360° photos. From the arrival of the skid at site, through foundation work, alignment checks, and wiring, to the moment the unit stood complete — I captured it all in immersive images.

These photos allow anyone to step back into that environment, to see the machinery from every angle, and to experience the installation as if they were on-site. It became more than a project; it became a story preserved for future generations of engineers, colleagues, and even my family.

🛠️ Operation & Legacy

With regular inspections, oil filter maintenance, and periodic heat exchanger cleaning, the compressor was designed for a long and reliable service life. But for me, its legacy extends beyond technical reliability. Through my 360° captures, this project lives on as both engineering achievement and visual memory.

✅ Closing Thought

Looking back, this 2016 project taught me that engineering is not only about machines and manuals — it is also about people, effort, and memory. By blending technology with immersive photography, I was able to showcase the project in a way that keeps it alive, both technically and emotionally.