Applications

Naval & Defense Platform
- Combat vessels: Supplies high-pressure air for weapons systems, onboard operations, and emergency backup.
- Submarines: Available in a specialized version for underwater deployment, with hermetic separation of oil, water, and air spaces.
- Supply ships: Supports onboard maintenance and air systems with minimal noise and vibration

Marine Engineering
- Engine starting systems: Delivers reliable compressed air for initiating large marine engines.
- Seawater-cooled systems: Designed for direct seawater cooling (up to 50 bar), ensuring high safety margins even with freshwater use

Fleet Maintenance and Modernization
Motion Compensation
Marine Seismic Exploration

Case Study - AUER WP5000 in Naval Defense Operations
Deployment: U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers (CVN & CVNX Classes)

Background:
The U.S. Navy required a high-pressure air compressor system for its Nimitz-class (CVN) and Ford-class (CVNX) aircraft carriers. These vessels demand ultra-reliable compressed air for critical systems including weapons launch, engine start, and emergency backup

Solution:
Sauer Compressors supplied the WP5000, chosen for its:

• Compact vertical star-type design, ideal for tight shipboard spaces
• Low structure-borne noise, crucial for stealth and crew comfort
• Direct seawater cooling, with high safety margins even when using freshwater
• Hermetic separation of oil, water, and air, preventing cross-contamination

Impact:

• Cost savings of over $110,000 per unit were verified by the Navy due to reduced maintenance and lifecycle costs
• No major overhaul required if scheduled maintenance is followed—tasks are fully manageable by onboard personnel
• Embarkable through 800 mm passageways, simplifying installation on existing vessels
• Certified to US Mil, UK NES, and German BV standards, ensuring global interoperability and compliance