Category: Compressed Air
Lubricated or Oil-Free Compressors?
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.
2021 Guide To Medical Vacuum Pumps
A medical vacuum pump is an industrial device that removes gases and liquids from enclosed spaces by using vacuum power. The goal for a pump is to create a flow of vacuum power. However, an equally important goal for these types of vacuum pumps is to mitigate any contamination from harming the patient or healthcare […]
Protect Your Investment: Maintain Your Compressed Air System in the Winter
Just like most technology, winter temperatures can cause your compressed air equipment to breakdown or function improperly. However, there are ways to prevent your compressed air system from suffering in the cold temperatures. Why Your Compressor Dislikes The Cold To understand how you can prevent compressor shutdowns and problems during the winter, you need to […]
What is the Output of a Medical Nebulizer Compressor?
Compressed air is essential in the medical field. From providing the air that helps operate tools used in dentistry and surgical practices to helping patients breathe, its use cases are incredibly high-touch and should be assessed with the utmost acuity. Having a well-serviced, medical-grade vacuum package is critical in ensuring patients are kept safe during […]
What Is A Medical Vacuum Pump?
To answer the question of what a medical vacuum pump is, we first have to answer the question of what a regular vacuum pump is. A vacuum pump is an industrial device that removes gases and liquids from enclosed spaces. The purpose of this is to create a vacuum or to deliver a steady stream […]
The Most Popular Oil-Free Air Compressor Myth Debunked
For oil-free compressed air, you need an oil-free compressor. Oil-free compressors work in much the same way that oil-injected ones do. However, as the name suggests, there is no oil injected during compression. Often, oil-free compressors are the best option in most applications. Before you decide on a compressor, you should understand the three main types […]
What Is An Oil-Free Air Compressor?
Mineral oil – the type used to lubricate and cool engines and compressors –will create a health risk if it gets into food or beverage products or pharmaceuticals. If it gets into paints or powders it can adversely affect product quality and reduce yields. The obvious thing to do is to keep oil out, but […]
How To Quiet An Oil-less Air Compressor
While air compressors can undoubtedly be one of the most powerful tools in your workspace, they can also be the loudest. Air compressors can get up to 70-90 decibels loud – the average conversation is about 60 decibels, so bring in 2-3 oil-less air compressors running at full capacity and you’ll definitely have a noise […]
How To Size An Industrial Air Compressor For Your Needs
Inefficiently sized compressors don’t just make working harder, they can result in higher energy costs per unit of compressed air. If you’re in the market for a new compressor, this guide can help ensure you pick the right one. Keep in mind, you shouldn’t use horsepower to make your decision. Focus on considering your CFM […]
What Size Air Compressor Do You Need For An Industrial Finish Nailer?
There are many reasons for preferring air tools over their cordless rivals. They’re smaller and lighter, they deliver a constant level of power, and there’s no need to recharge or swap out batteries. However, you do need a compressed air supply and hose connecting it to the tool. In an industrial facility with a compressed […]