The early massive horizontal compressors gave way to vertical single-acting models, followed by multi-cylinder reciprocating units, then rotary vane technology. Gartner was at the forefront of each transition, installing the newer, more efficient configurations in a wide range of customer applications.

The 1960’s saw a move to increase the speed of the multi cylinder Reciprocating Compressors such as the Frick Eclipse. Gartner played a major role by increasing the Eclipse’s Speed and efficiency.

In the 1970’s technology continued to evolve with its introduction of the rotary screw compressor. Gartner sold and installed its first U.S. manufacture screw compressor in a Norbest cold storage facility in Portland, Oregon. In the 1980s we pioneered installations of the improved rotary screw compressor and will continue to keep pace with compressor technology.