Contaminants can be introduced to your compressed air system through many mediums. Liquids like water and oil, solid particles, and vapor can cause contamination and affect production processes if precautions aren’t taken. Why is contamination such a concern? Contaminants can wreak havoc on not only your compressed air system and parts, but they can endanger […]
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Compressed air is widely used in various industries due to its availability and ease of use. It is often known as the fourth utility, following electricity, natural gas, and water. But did you know that the idea of using compressed air to transmit energy began as early as the 1800s? During this period, metal manufacturing
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We often think of water as being essential to life, but it can be very detrimental in manufacturing. In an air compressor set up, water vapor becomes concentrated during the process of air compression. If allowed to build up, this excessive water can lead to a variety of operational problems and production complications. An industrial
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Compressors are so durable and reliable, replacing them in a manufacturing situation is a relatively rare event. However, while your old compressor has been working away diligently, advancements in the industry continue to be made. Even though your company may not have considered the purchase of a new compressor in decades, the options available to
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Industrial air compressor manufacturing is a booming industry. There are global companies offering a range of different compressors with varying capacities. Ask different suppliers about the most common air compressors, and you may be given different lists. These companies may specialize in specific industrial compressors to cater to a niche industry, or they may offer
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Industrial compressors can be warriors in the workplace. From manufacturing to medical and petroleum to food packaging, compressors, pumps and vacuums perform a myriad of tasks, frequently with a minimum of maintenance. Well-maintained industrial compressors can last ten, fifteen, twenty years or more. This makes their purchase relatively infrequent. Even companies with multiple compressors may
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For compressed air systems, the types of applications for these compressors will depend on the industry. These systems may be used in automotive, aerospace, medical, food, mining, and many others. These industries may use several different types of compressed air for their operations that could come in various sizes. Companies in these industries may also
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Mechanics recommend that you change the air filter on your vehicle so that its heating and cooling system continues to work effectively. HVAC service providers echo a similar sentiment when it comes to your home or office’s heating and cooling equipment. But there are various industrial appliances that require similar upkeep in order to continue
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Whether you’re running a small business or are in charge of a large industrial environment, air compressors of all types definitely have a place in your environment. A lot of organizations actually use air compressors as something of an energy source, using them to power both critical equipment and tools in a reliable and efficient
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Technology simply continues to move markets and industries forward. And this includes the air compressor industry. Yes, while the average consumer may not associate air compressors with major advances in technology and innovation, compressed air systems have come a long way in a relatively short period of time, helping facilities become more efficient, safe, and
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