Compressed Air & Gas Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Tavoron configure a custom blast room for my facility?
Yes. Tavoron designs and supplies blast rooms sized to your part dimensions, production throughput, and facility footprint — including reclaim systems, dust collection, and ventilation.
Can Tavoron design and install new air piping?
Yes - we engineer and supply reliable air piping systems built for low pressure drop, easy expansion, and long service life, with installation through our service network.
Do you offer leak testing for pneumatic assemblies?
Yes. Tavoron supplies precision leak testing equipment and connectors used to verify aerospace, automotive, and medical device assemblies to aviation and regulatory standards.
Does Tavoron offer 24/7 emergency support?
Yes. Tavoron provides 24/7 emergency support for compressed air system failures and critical automation downtime. Call the Tavoron emergency line or submit a request at tavoron.com/support/emergency
Does Tavoron service equipment it did not sell?
Yes. Tavoron field technicians service compressed air systems and automation equipment from most major manufacturers - including Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand, Quincy, Gardner Denver, Kaeser, Mitsubishi Electric, Allen-Bradley, Universal Robots, and others. Contact us with your equipment details and we will confirm service capability and dispatch availability.
How much can a compressed air energy audit save?
Most plants find 10–30% energy savings opportunities through right-sizing, leak repair, pressure optimization, and storage and demand-side controls. Tavoron's Compressed Air Energy Audit identifies waste and quantifies ROI.
How quickly can Tavoron dispatch a field technician?
For scheduled service, Tavoron coordinates visits based on technician availability in your region, typically within 3–5 business days. For urgent or emergency situations, same-day or next-day dispatch is available in most of our primary service areas. Emergency support is available 24/7.
Is remote monitoring included in Tavoron preventative maintenance contracts?
Remote monitoring is available as an add-on to Tavoron preventative maintenance contracts and is included as standard in Air as a Utility program agreements. Standalone remote monitoring subscriptions are also available for facilities that want continuous visibility independent of a full service contract.
Rotary screw vs. reciprocating compressors – which is right for my plant?
Rotary screw compressors are preferred for continuous-duty, mid-to-high-volume industrial applications because they run efficiently 24/7 with low maintenance. Reciprocating compressors are typically lower cost and suit intermittent, lower-volume duty cycles. Sizing also depends on pressure, dew point, and energy targets.
What abrasive media should I use?
Media selection depends on your substrate material, required surface profile, and finish specification. Steel shot produces a peened finish; steel grit creates an angular surface profile ideal for coating adhesion; glass bead delivers a bright, smooth finish; and aluminum oxide is preferred for harder materials and tight tolerances. Tavoron's application engineers can recommend the right media for your spec.
What is abrasive blasting used for?
Abrasive blasting is used to clean, strip, deburr, descale, and finish metal and other surfaces by propelling abrasive media at high velocity. Common applications include corrosion removal, paint stripping, surface profiling for coatings adhesion, and cosmetic finishing of cast or fabricated parts.
What is Air as a Utility?
A: Air as a Utility is a managed service model where Tavoron owns, installs, and maintains the compressed air system at a customer's facility. The customer pays a fixed rate per unit of air consumed, converting compressed air from a capital investment with ongoing maintenance exposure into a predictable operating expense with guaranteed uptime accountability.
What is ISO 8573 Class 0 compressed air?
ISO 8573 Class 0 is the highest purity standard for compressed air, providing zero oil contamination - required for food contact, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and other sensitive processes. Class 0 is delivered by certified oil-free compressors operating within the proper environmental conditions.
What’s the difference between a blast cabinet and a blast room?
A blast cabinet is an enclosed workstation for blasting individual parts or small assemblies — ideal for bench-top or production line use. A blast room is a walk-in enclosure designed for large components, structural steel, or bulk production blasting where a cabinet isn't feasible.
Who owns the equipment in an Air as an Utility program?
Tavoron owns the compressed air equipment throughout the program term. This removes the asset from the customer's balance sheet, eliminates capital depreciation, and places full maintenance responsibility — including emergency repair — on Tavoron.