Compressor Control

Drake Controls supplies parts, retrofits, and engineered control systems for centrifugal and reciprocating compressors in pipeline, process, and upstream applications. Our scope covers anti-surge control, load balancing, and performance optimization using Woodward MicroNet Plus and 505 series platforms. As a Woodward Authorized Distributor and Recognized Turbine Retrofitter, we deliver complete solutions from spare parts through fully engineered control upgrades.


Control Systems

MicroNet Plus

High-performance simplex and duplex digital control for compressor trains and turbine drivers, including anti-surge and performance control.

MicroNet TMR

Triple modular redundant control with 99.999% availability for safety-critical compressor and turbomachinery service.

505XT

Digital control for steam-turbine-driven compressors, with field-configurable speed and extraction control.

Flex500

New-generation Woodward control platform for turbine, engine, and compressor applications — simplex or dual-redundant, with optional integrated HMI.


Protection, Software & Custom Solutions

ProTech-TPS

SIL-3 safety PLC with integrated overspeed protection for API 670 compliant compressor trains.

Software

Woodward configuration and service software, including GAP, ToolKit, and application-specific programming tools.

Anti-Surge & Retrofit

Engineered anti-surge, load-sharing, and driver-control retrofits scoped to your compressor and operating conditions.


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