You may not realize it, but we use air compressors on a daily basis. The function of an air compressor is, as the name suggests, to use compressed air for numerous tasks. But, what are those tasks actually? Let's take a look at what daily activities compressed air distribution is used for. Paintbal...
Whether you work in a machine shop or an auto body shop, there's always need for an air compressor. While you may be thinking that you don't want to spend more money, an air compressor can actually help to save you money in the long run. Energy audits conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy sh...
Compressed air is an extremely useful tool. It aids in the powering of different machines and constructing buildings. It can also be used to secure floors, drywall, and ceilings. While compressed air is extremely popular and useful, there are some myths out there that really need to be debu...
Air compressors and compressed air distribution systems are used in many places including home workshops, auto body shops, and manufacturing plants. They can be used to inflate tires, remove wood chips, and power nail guns and other tools. Of course, no matter the application, it's important for the...
An air compressor is a tool that is extremely necessary to have in an industrial setting. The air compressor is responsible for converting power into potential energy. Air compressors can do anything from speeding up a nail or staple gun project to inflating numerous items. There are so man...
There's no question that compressed air piping design is important. Considering that almost 70% of manufacturers make use of these systems, it's important that each one serves its purpose and does it well. If you're one of those facility owners who rely on air compressor piping and you&#...
Having a compressed air distribution system is common for businesses that need powerful tools to allow workers to do their jobs. A properly maintained and installed system can be a work of art, with heat recovery units recovering 50% to 90% of their heat, and having amazing energy efficiency. Both o...
When designing a new facility, many neglect to realize that the compressor room's temperature can be exceedingly difficult to monitor. Oftentimes, the compressed air distribution system ends of being built wherever there is space left. However, as much as 80 to 90% of the electrical energy used by a...
It's no secret that air compressor systems are expensive. Unfortunately, their repairs can be just as, if not more, expensive as buying a new one. A single compressed air system leak can cost more than $1,200 per year, even on something as small as a 1/8 inch diameter hole. So, to avoid these proble...
Nearly 70% of all manufacturers have some form of air compression system installed somewhere in their facilities. They could be used for all manner of things, mostly to assist in production, but one fact always remains the same: air compressors are loud. Incredibly loud. Loud things can be a...
