Compressors Unlimited Intl., L.L.C. on "Remanufacturing"

The Biggest Myth About a Remanufactured Compressor

The Difference Between a Remanufactured Compressor and a Rebuilt Compressor

• Draining and properly disposing of the oil.
• Completely disassembling the compressor unit down to the bare casting.
• Safely and promptly discarding all bearings, inserts, seals, rings, o-rings, and valves, then replacing all of these components with new parts.
• Inspecting the compressor casing for any defects or signs of wear, such as scored cylinder walls.
• Key components including the crankshaft, pistons, rods, and liners are completely cleaned out and examined to ensure they meet all applicable tolerances.
• Each part deemed not to meet all tolerances and standards is properly discarded and replaced with a new part, which is then checked to ensure it meets OEM standards.
• All valve plates are completely stripped and reground to meet tolerances. All new springs and reeds are used to re-assemble the valve plates.
• Phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground resistances are tested after thoroughly cleaning out the stator. In the event it needs to be replaced, a new stator is created in-house using our proven guidelines and materials. All end products meet or exceed OEM specifications.
• The compressor unit is reassembled with all bolts newly torqued to original specifications.
• Immediately afterwards, leak testing is performed through total immersion in an inert, clear liquid. This is done by sealing the unit off with blank-off plates and charging it with nitrogen. Leaks are identified by the assembling mechanic and fixed immediately.
• Once leak testing is complete and all leaks are resolved, the oil is changed. Unloading action, oil pressure, amp readings, and pump-down are all tested. The results of all tests are recorded so that full maintenance documentation is available to the eventual customer.
• Along the way, all tolerances, torques, and operating specifications are checked against the authentic OEM product literature. Units are not released for sale until they meet or exceed all of the documented standards – no exceptions.