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HRA Air Suspension Centrifugal Blower

The Hoffman Lamson HRA Air Suspension Centrifugal Blower combines advanced air bearing technology, high-speed permanent magnet motors, and intelligent controls to deliver exceptional efficiency, reliability, and operational simplicity.

Designed for wastewater treatment, industrial process air, renewable energy, and other demanding applications, the HRA series helps facilities reduce energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and achieve sustainability goals.

Why Choose HRA?

Energy costs account for more than 75% of the total lifecycle cost of most aeration systems. The HRA blower is engineered to maximize efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.

 

Oil-Free Air Bearing Design

  • Air serves as the bearing medium, eliminating the need for lubricating oil.
  • Clean, contaminant-free airflow.
  • Environmentally friendly operation.

High Energy Efficiency

  • Direct-drive configuration eliminates gears and associated transmission losses.
  • Premium permanent magnet synchronous motor with efficiency up to 97%.
  • Optimized aerodynamic impeller design for superior performance

Reduced Maintenance

  • No gearbox maintenance.
  • No sealing ring replacement required.
  • Air foil bearings designed for over 50,000 start/stop cycles.
  • Minimal wear and extended service life.

Compact Installation

  • Integrated package design.
  • Small footprint compared to conventional blower systems.
  • Factory-tested package for simplified installation.

Quiet Operation

  • Fully enclosed package design.
  • Sound levels below 80 dBA at one meter under specified operating conditions.

Smart Protection

  • Built-in surge prediction and protection.
  • Variable frequency control for maximum operating flexibility.
  • Intelligent system monitoring for safe operation.

These features help users reduce operational costs while improving system reliability and process performance.

Advanced Air Bearing Technology

The HRA blower utilizes wear-resistant air suspension bearings that operate without mechanical contact during normal running conditions.

Benefits include:

  • Friction-free operation
  • No lubricating oil system required
  • Reduced vibration
  • Lower maintenance requirements
  • Longer equipment life

The bearing system is manufactured using nickel-based superalloy materials and advanced wear-resistant coatings to maximize durability during startup and shutdown cycles.

 

Technical Data:

Available pressure range: 40-120 kPa

Available airflow range: 13-332 m³/min

HRA performance chart

Intelligent Control & Monitoring

The HRA series is equipped with an advanced PLC-based control platform featuring a user-friendly touchscreen Human Machine Interface (HMI).

Control Features:

  • PLC-controlled operation
  • Pressure and flow control modes
  • PID-based automatic regulation
  • Ethernet communication capability
  • Modbus connectivity
  • Remote monitoring support
  • Multiple temperature and pressure inputs
  • Expandable I/O architecture
  • Intelligent fault management
  • Protection for operation in challenging environments

The real-time monitoring system enables predictive maintenance and lifecycle management, helping operators improve reliability and reduce downtime. 

Every HRA blower package includes:

  • Air suspension centrifugal blower
  • High-speed permanent magnet motor
  • High-efficiency impeller
  • Air cooling system
  • Air filtration system
  • Wear-resistant dynamic pressure foil bearings
  • Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
  • PLC control system
  • HMI touchscreen
  • Anti-surge protection system
  • High-speed drive technology

All components are integrated into a compact enclosure for simplified installation and operation. 

The HRA Air Suspension Centrifugal Blower is suitable for a wide range of industrial and municipal processes, including:

Wastewater Treatment - Efficient aeration for municipal and industrial wastewater facilities.

Food & Beverage - Clean, oil-free air supply for critical process applications.

Renewable Energy - Supporting sustainable energy and environmental projects.

Air Separation - Reliable process air for industrial gas production facilities.

Oil & Gas - High-efficiency process air in demanding operating environments.

General Industrial Aeration - Energy-efficient airflow for various industrial applications. 

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