How to Extend the Life of Your Air Compressor

Purchasing a high-quality air compressor and providing it with proper maintenance is the best way to ensure your equipment will work when you need it to. Rather than waiting until a problem arises, employing preventative maintenance can ensure your air compressor runs reliably whenever necessary. It can extend an air compressor’s life and save you money […]
Read MoreHelium Beer: Truth or Myth?

The craft beer world is no stranger to bold creations. From Dogfish Head’s “Celest-jewel-ale” — the only beer infused with genuine lunar meteorite dust — to independent brewer Tom Seefurth’s Mamma Mia Pizza Beer, which is exactly what it sounds like, the industry is never short of bizarre creations, boundary-pushing experiments and shameless promotional stunts. […]
Read MoreHow to Prevent an Air Compressor from Overheating

When performance issues arise with an air compressor, the problem can often be traced to heating issues. In fact, air compressor overheating is one of the most common causes of failure, even with compressors that might otherwise last for many additional years. So what causes the compressor to overheat? An overheated air compressor is the […]
Read MoreSingle Stage vs. Two Stage Air Compressor

Some air compressors come in two types: single and two-stage. When it comes to buying a single-stage or dual-stage air compressor, the first question that prospective buyers often ask is, “What are the differences between the two?” View Single & Two Stage Compressors What Is a Single-Stage Air Compressor? Single-stage compressors draw air […]
Read MoreHow Do I Know How Much Pressure I Need for a Given Situation?

Air compressors and pneumatic tools make it possible to achieve in seconds what might take hours to accomplish by hand. When it comes to cutting hard materials and loosening long-tightened bolts, an air-powered tool can instantly perform what would otherwise be impossible. However, it’s important to know the air pressure requirements of a given tool […]
Read MoreHow to Calculate Your Current Air Demand

Any industry that uses compressed air is subject to inefficiency. This is because air compressors inherently consume a lot of energy just to produce the air, and once produced, employees tend to misuse it. It’s easy to fall into the trap of feeling like compressed air is free, but unfortunately, as anyone reviewing your electricity […]
Read MoreAir Compressors in Outer Space

Air compressors in space are the unsung heroes of every mission. But we’re big fans of air compressors and of space, so we thought we’d share a little bit about how space agencies like NASA are using compressed air in outer space. If you wanted to fly to the moon, you’d probably think a lot […]
Read MoreWhat to Look for When Purchasing a Used Air Compressor

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 […]
Read MoreHow Pneumatic Tattoo Machines Work

Artists understand that their tools influence their work. A tattoo artist with a low-quality tattoo machine will likely feel a sense of limitation. Each of your clients wants a different type of tattoo, and the possibilities are endless. Are you ready to tackle any client request that comes your way? Having an optimal tattoo machine is […]
Read MoreBenefits of Variable Speed Drives

Motors that power multiple applications are generally made to run at uniform speeds, regardless of the application in question. For any machine that runs on an AC motor, you can save money on energy costs with the use of a Variable Speed Drive (VSD), which adjusts the motor’s speed according to the needs of a […]
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