Industrial air compressor systems range from small, portable units to large-scale industrial machines capable of driving entire manufacturing facilities. Making a smart purchasing decision requires educating yourself about the basics of how a compressor works, what models are available, and to which application they are best-suited. There are two main types of air compressor systems:…
Moisture in compressed air used in a manufacturing plant causes problems in the operation of pneumatic systems, solenoid valves and air motors and can adversely affect the process or product being manufactured. For many years, problems from moisture in compressed air lines were simply tolerated as unavoidable. Moisture: Causes rust and increased wear of moving…
What is Compressed Air? Air at greater than atmospheric pressure- usually 100 pounds over atmospheric pressure- or 100 PSIG. P.S.I.G means pounds per square inch gauge. Air that has been compressed above atmospheric pressure will return to atmospheric pressure when released. Therefore; compressed air is STORED ENERGY! The amount of this stored energy…
