Typical Uses of Compressed Air
Compressed Air is the 4th Utility! It is as important as water, electricity and fuel (gas, oil, etc.). The great advantage of compressed air is the high ratio of power to weight or power to volume. In comparing electric motors, compressed air procedures smooth translation with much more uniform force. Compressed air equipment can be […]
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Twelve Laws of Effective Customer Service
One of the main missions of an organization is to improve customer satisfaction and retention through better customer service. Speaker, Tim Connor shared Twelve Laws of Effective Customer Service on his website www.timconnor.com. Read the twelve “laws” below and think about following them within your own organization…. Law #1: The customer is not always right. […]
Read MoreAir Compressor Terminology 101
Commonly used words in the compressed air world Compressor – machines designed from compressing air or gas from an initial intake pressure to a higher discharge pressure Vacuum Pumps – machines for compressing air or gas from an initial pressure which is below atmospheric to a final pressure which is near atmospheric Intercoolers – devices […]
Read MoreSelecting an Air Compressor..
Determine the type of compressor needed based on your PSI needs Determine air consumption: List all equipment and tool requirements, both continuous and intermittent air Add together the cfm requirements of all the equipment/tools you plan to run at the same time. Increase this number by 20% to allow for additional tools, future growth and […]
Read MoreHow To Estimate Power Costs?
To estimate power costs, you will need to know the following: What is the cost per KWH? How many hours per year does the compressor run? At what capacity will the compressor run or how many hours will the compressor run at various load levels? What are the brake horsepower requirements of the compressor at […]
Read MoreCompressed Air Myths
Myth: Compressed air is not desirable source of power Fact: When properly applied, compressed air can be the best choice. It is a safe, clean source of power that is easy to use and maintain Myth: Compressed air is very expensive Fact: Like the other power sources (electric, battery and hydraulic), compressed air can be […]
Read MoreCommon Air Compressor Leak Problem Areas
Air leaks are a significant source of wasted energy in a compressed air system, often wasting as much as 20-30% of the compressor’s output. Compressed air leaks can also contribute to problems with system operations, including: Fluctuating system pressure, which can cause air tools and other air-operated equipment to function less efficiently, possibly affecting production […]
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