Posted on: August 2, 2021

Air compressors are a valuable tool in many industries, including the medical field. Hospitals rely on air compressors for a clean air supply throughout the building. Medical air compressors maintain conditions in extreme environments, such as those found in a hospital setting. How Hospitals Use Air Compressors Air compressors include a wide range of tools and […]

Posted on: July 30, 2021

Air compressors are versatile energy solutions that form the backbone of many industries. With the proper care, you can keep your air compressor running smoothly for years to come. Overall, the biggest threats to air compressors are water and rust. Over time, a rusting tank can become over-pressured and dangerous. At Quincy Compressor, we’re here […]

Posted on: July 28, 2021

Food and beverage operations make up a high-risk industry, and air compressors are valuable tools throughout processing and packaging. With the need for efficiency, consistency and cleanliness, compressed air meets every requirement. Learn about air compressors for beverage packaging and how food packaging plants can remain contaminant-free. Compressed Air in Food Facilities Compressed air is […]

Posted on: July 26, 2021

Key Takeaways: Air compressor fittings are crucial for maintaining consistent airflow and pressure to keep your system running efficiently. The three main fitting types are couplers (connect tank to air lines), plugs (seal the connection), and connectors (create secure, leak-free links). Consider elements like hose length, hose size, maximum working pressure, hose type and hose […]

Posted on: July 23, 2021

Key Takeaways: Air compressor humming is typically caused by electrical issues such as insufficient power from extension cords with inadequate gauge ratings, which create power draws that prevent the motor from starting properly. Common causes include malfunctioning unloader valves that trap excess pressure and prevent motor startup, clogged intake filters that restrict airflow and cause […]

Posted on: July 13, 2021

Compressed air is an increasingly popular choice for casual paintball players and match play, and offers multiple advantages over carbon dioxide (CO2). As a power source, compressed air tanks are reliable solutions players can depend on during high-speed play any time of the year. How Does a Paintball Gun Use an Air Compressor? Paintball guns […]

Posted on: July 9, 2021

What Is Class Zero Air? ISO 8573.1 and ISO 12500 provide a classification system to measure a compressor’s ability to gauge the main contaminants in compressed air systems. This standard provides numerous compressor purity classes and identifies contaminants that may be present in the system. This classification system features nine classes. What Is Class 0 […]

Posted on: July 5, 2021

Marine air compressors are a crucial component of a ship. A marine air compressor decreases the air volume and increases its energetic potential to provide additional power for other tasks onboard. A ship air compressor’s purpose is to maintain the overall function of a ship. How Marine Compressors Are Different Unlike regular air compressors, marine […]

Posted on: June 30, 2021

Electronics manufacturing is a high-precision industry that requires efficient production to keep up with demand. Integrating air compressors into the product line and components themselves improves the quality of your products. Quincy Compressor carries a range of air compressors for electronics to support efficient and contaminant-free manufacturing. Air Compressors for Electronics The electronics industry involves […]

Posted on: June 15, 2021

Portable air compressors offer a mobile solution for delivering compressed air at different areas within a manufacturing facility, at a remote job site or wherever else it’s needed. A wheelbarrow air compressor is an example of one of the more popular portable options for generating and distributing compressed air on demand. Definition of a Wheelbarrow […]