Category: Compressed Air
Proper Equipment and Compressed Air Quality Testing Assure Clean Air
High-quality compressed air is a necessity in most industries – and some in particular, such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and medical device manufacturing, must meet stringent ISO quality testing guidelines to safeguard the purity of their compressed air. Installing top-notch air compressors and components and regularly conducting industrial air quality testing will help ensure […]
Designing the Ideal Environment for Your Air Compressor Room
While selecting the right industrial air compressor is critical for efficient and effective performance, it is only part of the equation. The compressor room environment, air compressor system design and compressor installation also play a crucial role in the operation of the compressed air system. Important considerations for air compressor room design, system design and […]
Understanding Air Compressor Duty Cycle Optimizes Performance
Duty cycle is a term that may come up when sizing an industrial air compressor. Although there is no standard definition used by air compressor manufacturers to rate air compressor duty cycle, understanding a unit’s duty cycle can go a long way toward ensuring that the compressor offers the correct size and performance for the […]
Comparing Types of Vacuum Pumps, Benefits and Applications
Because vacuum pumps are used throughout the manufacturing sector, there are many types of vacuum pumps available to accommodate the wide range of industrial applications. While choosing the right vacuum pump can be challenging, selecting the most suitable technology is critical to achieving the best operational efficiency and performance. To simplify the selection process, we’ll […]
Air Compressor Maintenance Minimizes Rotary Screw Compressor Downtime
Air compressors are indispensable equipment in manufacturing facilities, so keeping them in good working order through a regular air compressor maintenance routine is essential to avoiding compressor – and production – downtime. Although rotary screw air compressors are very reliable, scheduling routine maintenance for this type of screw compressor will further ensure reliability for years to […]
How to Find and Fix Leaks in Compressed Air Piping Systems
While they are essential to most manufacturing facilities, compressed air systems are notorious energy hogs and compressed air piping leaks are one of the biggest culprits when it comes to compressed air system inefficiencies. According to Compressed Air Best Practices, air compressor piping leaks can waste 20 to 30% of a compressor’s output and a […]
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, […]
Is an Oil-Sealed or Dry Rotary Vane Pump Right for My Application?
Rotary vane vacuum pumps, offer reliable solutions for a broad range of food, packaging, chemical, pharmaceutical and other industrial applications. Further, because they are available as oil-lubricated and dry rotary vane pumps, these robust vacuum pump options may serve in both general and sensitive pump applications. This blog will explore the differences between oil-sealed and […]