The GEA reciprocating compressor range includes 18 models of compressors subdivided into 2 series: GEA Grasso V and GEA Grasso 5HP as reciprocating compressors with focus on high efficient NH3 and CO2 systems for refrigeration and heat pump applications.
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Reciprocating compressors for CO2 freezing and NH3 heat pump applications.

GEA’s industrial reciprocating compressors stand for reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) thanks to less power consumption and maximum reliability.

Reciprocating compressors for industrial refrigeration

The GEA Grasso V XHP compressors, that use natural refrigerants such as ammonia, are designed to minimize their environmental impact. With the ability to reach water temperatures of up to 95°C / 203°F and offering best-in-class efficiency, they are an ideal choice for heat pump systems.

Around the world, GEA provides sustainable heating and cooling solutions. We work with our own contractors and also team up with trusted contractor customers in various domains. All the stakeholders – the end customer, the contractor, and GEA – benefit from the intense collaboration and combined expertise. GEA values a close partnership with its contractors.
In our Contractor Customer Talks video, we invite a GEA expert and a prominent contractor customer to talk about the challenges they face and the solutions they provide together in the cold store application, and specifically why a reciprocating compressor is a good choice for them.

PR-OLEO® ammonia oils are the natural choice to optimize industrial cooling and heating applications operating with reciprocating or screw compressors.

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The GEA Ammonia Dryer removes water from the refrigerant cycle and makes the perfect addition to ammonia refrigeration systems along with filters and purgers.

Welcome to the world of simplicity with GEA Service Kits for screw and reciprocating compressors. Our mission is clear - to make your experience with original spare parts seamless and your operations smoother than ever. "Take it easy, use a kit" is not just a tagline – it is a promise we deliver on.

The GEA Purger removes non-condensable gases from your refrigeration system, maximizing system efficiency.

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