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Medium Voltage Soft Starter Solution for high-power compressors in Industrial Gases

Motor Ratings: 10kV 250A, 500A and 67 A / 6.6 kV / 630 KW / 50 HZ

Messer Haiphong Industrial Gases, a leading player in Vietnam’s industrial gas sector, required a reliable solution to start and control a large number of high-power air compressors operating in harsh industrial conditions.

Their goal was to improve motor protection, reduce electrical stress, and maintain stable system performance under continuous load.

Solcon-IGEL supplied HRVS-DN medium voltage soft starters for two distinct compressor installations—both critical to Messer’s production infrastructure.

Installation 1: 10kV High-Power Compressors

At MESSER HAI PHONG INDUSTRIAL GASES CO., LTD, the system included 12 high-inertia air compressors operating at 10kV, with motor ratings between 1MW and 5MW.

To manage the startup of these motors efficiently, Solcon-IGEL delivered:

  • 3 x HRVS-DN Soft Starters
  • Voltage: 10kV
  • Current ratings: 250A and 500A
  • Application: Large compressor loads with high torque demands

These MV soft starters offered a controlled acceleration profile, reduced inrush current, and minimized mechanical stress on the motors and connected systems.

Installation 2: 6.6kV Medium Compressors

The second system featured two air compressors, each operating at 6.6kV / 630kW / 67A / 50Hz.

Solcon-IGEL provided:

  • 2 x HRVS-DN Soft Starters
  • Voltage: 6.6kV
  • Designed for continuous duty and high start-stop frequency

Delivered with adaptive control algorithms and thyristor-based switching
This configuration ensured a soft, smooth motor start and stop, protecting both mechanical and electrical components and maximizing compressor uptime.

Results & Benefits

  • Reduced motor inrush and torque shock
  • Extended motor and compressor lifespan
  • Enhanced system stability during frequent starts
  • Flexible performance across 630 kW – 5 MW range
  • Improved energy efficiency and reduced downtime

Why choose HRVS-DN?

The HRVS-DN medium voltage soft starter is engineered for high-inertia and mission-critical applications, offering:

  • Dynamic torque control
  • Customizable acceleration/deceleration ramps
  • Advanced motor protection functions
  • Proven reliability in industrial gas and compressor operations

Conclusion

Solcon-IGEL’s robust soft starter technology delivered a dependable and high-performance solution for Messer Haiphong’s diverse air compressor fleet. With installations covering both 10kV and 6.6kV motor systems, the HRVS-DN platform demonstrated exceptional versatility and reliability across multiple operating environments.

 

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    Solcon-IGEL is a developer and manufacturer of soft starters, heat control systems, and motor control and protection solutions for heavy industry.
Our power electronic technologies are engineered for reliable operation across a wide range of industrial motor applications worldwide.