Clark Oster

President, JHFOSTER Clark Oster is a seasoned expert in compressed air systems with over a decade of experience, currently serving as President of JHFOSTER, where he has held key leadership roles. With a background at Ingersoll Rand and expertise as a Robotics Engineer, Clark holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Minnesota – Carlson School of Management and dual bachelor’s degrees in mechanical engineering and economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Combining technical expertise and strategic leadership, Clark drives innovative solutions and business success.
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Air Dryer

How to Choose between Desiccant Air Dryers (Regenerative) and Refrigerated Air Dryers

by Clark Oster August 7, 2025

An air dryer is an important part of every compressed air system as it keeps treated air free of moisture and contamination. Regenerative type desiccant air dryers... Read more.

Compressed Air

VSD vs. VFD: Understanding the Differences for Smarter Motor Control

by Clark Oster August 5, 2025

With industry’s focus on cutting costs and becoming more sustainable, equipment efficiency is garnering a lot of attention. While variable frequency drives (VFD)... Read more.

Compressed Air

Why Smart Manufacturers Choose the Gardner Denver Ultima™ Compressor

by Clark Oster July 30, 2025

In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, energy efficiency, space optimization, and operational reliability aren’t just nice to have – they’re... Read more.

Compressed Air

Measuring Dew Point is Critical to High Quality Compressed Air

by Clark Oster July 3, 2025

Dew point – the temperature at which water vapor in the air begins to condense into a liquid – is directly related to compressed air quality. If the dew point... Read more.

Service

What to Expect from a Professional Air Compressor Repair Service Call

by Clark Oster July 1, 2025

Manufacturers depend on their air compressors so maintenance and repair are essential; however, in-house maintenance staff often lack the time to conduct routine... Read more.

Service

What is ASSE 6040 Certification for Medical Air Systems?

by Clark Oster June 10, 2025

When it comes to healthcare environments, patient health and safety is always the highest priority, which extends to ensuring that the maintenance of medical air... Read more.

Compressed Air

Is an Air-Cooled or Water-Cooled Air Compressor Best for My Facility?

by Clark Oster June 5, 2025

During normal operation, industrial air compressors generate a lot of heat. If the heat is not properly managed through an air compressor cooling system, it may... Read more.

Industrial Robotics, Robotics

Revolutionize Facility Cleaning with an Industrial Robot Vacuum

by Clark Oster May 29, 2025

Manually cleaning the floors in a manufacturing plant, warehouse or any other large industrial facility is a time-consuming, but necessary evil. However, industrial... Read more.

Pneumatic Accessories

Choosing the Right Compressed Air Tubing for Pneumatic Applications

by Clark Oster May 27, 2025

Compressed air is used in thousands of applications in industry. And, while much focus is placed on the big-ticket components within pneumatic systems, compressed... Read more.

Compressed Air

6 Benefits of a Closed-Loop Air Compressor Cooling System

by Clark Oster May 20, 2025

During daily operation, air compressors generate a lot of heat that can damage nearby equipment, injure employees and have a negative impact on finished products.... Read more.