Category: Air Compressor

The Difference Between Medical Oxygen & Industrial Oxygen

It’s a scientific fact that every part of the body needs oxygen to survive. In fact, that’s the main purpose of the body’s respiratory system — to take in oxygen and breathe out carbon dioxide. You might, however, be surprised to learn that there’s more than one type of oxygen — and two of these […]

What Are The Most Common Repairs For An Oil-free Air Compressor?

oil-free air compressor in maintenance room

One of the benefits touted for oil-free air compressors is reduced maintenance. While there are differences in what oil-free and oil-injected compressors need, neither type will provide reliable operation with no maintenance at all. What’s more, while oil-free compressors may need less frequent attention it might be argued that they need overhauling more often. Here […]

How Do I Choose An Oil-Less Air Compressor?

oil-less air compressor application

In the market for a new oil-less air compressor or expanding or building a new facility that you’ll need to adequately outfit with such a device? The last thing you want to do is just pick one and roll with it. When it comes to industrial air compressors, selecting the correct one is essential, or […]

How Do I Control Contaminants In My Compressed Air System?

contaminants

Contaminants in compressed air are bad for business. They degrade product quality, impair the safety and efficiency of manufacturing equipment, and can sicken customers and end users. Fortunately, there are proven methods and techniques for taking them out before they affect anyone’s health or the financial bottom line. Before detailing these though, it is important […]

What Are Medical Air Compressors Used For?

medical air compressors

Medical air compressors power many applications within medical facilities. Most of these applications require that the compressed air provided is free of contamination. To supply clean, pure air, oil-free and oil-less compressors designed for medical use are commonly implemented. Oil-flooded compressors risk contaminating compressed air with mineral oil which is harmful to patients. Below, you […]

The Advantages of Reciprocating Air Compressors

reciprocating air compressors are often used in oil refineries

There are several advantages to choosing reciprocating air compressors over other types of air compressors. Often, the most well-known advantage is the high range of pressures able to be reached. In this blog post, we will discuss a few of the advantages of reciprocating air compressors, as well as, what exactly a reciprocating compressor is. […]

What is the Future of the Oil-free Air Compressor Market?

oil-free air compressor application and usage

This may or may not surprise you. The oil-free air compressor market is growing faster than the oil-flooded market. There is a simple reason behind this: industries need a steady supply of clean, pure air. That is most easily achieved using an oil-free compressor system. The question is why are oil-free compressor systems better at supplying clean, […]

What Should You Look For In An Air Compressor Supplier?

air compressor supplier - compressor system

A compressed air supplier should do more than just sell you an air compressor. A supplier should provide you with efficient and reliable equipment while also providing you with many options to choose from. The best suppliers also know how to keep your equipment running at peak efficiency. Even more, suppliers should offer tips and […]

The Difference Between Oil-less and Oil-free Compressors

oil-less compressors

Businesses looking to upgrade or purchase a new industrial compressor generally find themselves asking this question: what is the real difference between oil-less and oil-free compressors? If you scour the web, you will actually find very little information that talks about the real differences between the compressors. The reason is that these compressors are often […]

Lubricated or Oil-Free Compressors?

A compressed air system with Zeks and Quincy parts are assorted in a room.

When it comes to selecting the best industrial compressor, businesses need to take into consideration their industry’s level of air purity and decide between Oil-Lubricated or Oil-Free.