Category: Air Dryer
How to Choose between Desiccant Air Dryers (Regenerative) and Refrigerated Air Dryers
An air dryer is an important part of every compressed air system as it keeps compressed air free of moisture and contamination. Regenerative type desiccant air dryers and refrigerated air dryers both provide dry, high-quality air, but there are significant differences in how they work and the pressure dew points they can achieve. Understanding these […]
Desiccant Dryers: A Necessity in Food and Beverage Production
Product integrity is critical in the food and beverage industry, so manufacturers in this sector are careful to adhere to food safety regulations that eliminate contamination risks and ensure products are safe for consumption. However, many businesses in food and beverage production neglect a potential source of contamination – moisture in the compressed air that’s […]
Preventing Contamination in Industrial Compressed Air Systems
Industrial air compressors keep manufacturing operations in business, so contamination in the system is unacceptable. Compressed air contaminants, such as water, oil, particulates and microorganisms, can degrade compressed air quality and lead to decreased system efficiency, operational safety hazards and contaminated end products – all of which are bad for the bottom line, making contamination […]
Air Dryer Maintenance is Key to Optimized Compressor Performance
Air compressors generate a lot of moisture, which, if not addressed, can become problematic. Compressed air that is too moist contributes to the accumulation of rust and contaminants within the compressed air system, ultimately resulting in low-quality compressed air, as well as maintenance issues and inefficiencies in the performance of the compressed air system. Fortunately, […]
Why Every Rotary Screw Air Compressor Needs an Air Dryer
Moisture is the enemy of every compressed air system as it can damage components including piping and valves, as well as the pneumatic machinery and tools it operates and can lead to the delivery of impure air that may result in contamination of finished goods. However, water vapor is an inevitable byproduct of the air […]
Air Dryers: The Secret Weapon of the Compressed Air System
Air dryers are essential to removing moisture and humidity – byproducts of the air compression process – from the treated air. By doing so, they safeguard the compressed air system, pneumatically operated equipment and even finished products against contamination and corrosion, making air dryers the secret weapon of industrial facilities that rely on air compressors […]
Optimizing Your Air Compression System Reduces Costs
Operating an air compression system consumes a significant amount of energy, so any improvements in efficiency will result in a better bottom line. For this reason, it is beneficial to evaluate and maintain your air system on a regular basis. In addition to ensuring that your air compression system uses less energy, regular evaluations and […]
Common Compressed Air Service Questions, Answered
We’ve all been there…the heart of your air system and possibly your facility – the air compressor – is acting strange and you aren’t sure why. Possibly it’s losing pressure or perhaps you’ve noticed that it’s running more often than usual. Unexpected breakdowns and issues can wreak havoc on operations and production, so it’s best […]
Using ISO 8573-1:2010 to Ensure Compressed Air Purity Levels
Often called “the fourth utility,” compressed air systems are used throughout the manufacturing industry and serve many functions within a facility. They drive pneumatic equipment used on items such as conveyors that move product from place to place; run tools, machines and other equipment essential to production and power packaging systems that keep finished product […]
Five Common Issues Found in Compressed Air Systems
Compressed air systems are an essential part of many industrial and commercial settings. They provide the power to run tools, equipment, and machines. According to the United States Department of Energy, compressed air systems alone consume about 10% of industrial electricity. However, these systems can be plagued by several common issues. If left ignored, these […]