Posted on: September 20, 2023

Compressed air is so common in industrial applications that many people consider it a utility in the same way they view water and natural gas. Compressed air systems are valuable resources for powering a facility’s machinery and tools and performing other essential tasks. If you need to add the power of air to your operation, […]

Posted on: February 12, 2020

We might not think about them much, but robotic arms build many of the items that we used every day. Have you ever wondered how they work? Let’s take a closer look at the inner workings of a pneumatic robotic arm. Pneumatic Arm Basics A pneumatic arm, like any other air-powered system, needs five things […]

Posted on: July 28, 2016

Oil is the lifeblood of most machinery, from vehicles and lawn mowers to sewing machines and air compressors. Inside of each machine exists a web of moving pieces, most of which consist of metal surfaces that — without proper lubrication — could end up damaged through repeated internal friction. When friction gets out of hand, […]

Posted on: October 14, 2021

Air compressors wired for 3-phase power will not work if you try to plug them into a single-phase system. Three-phase plugs have a different design. Even if they did fit, single-phase power would be insufficient to turn on your equipment. If you have a three-phase compressor and you only have access to single-phase power, we’ll […]

Posted on: March 31, 2020

When air compressors fail, they can cost you money or damage products. That is nerve wracking, but shouldn’t scare you away from buying a used air compressor, especially when you can work with a reputable dealer. The first recommendation is to buy a new unit, but if budget is a concern, a used machine could […]