An industrial compressed air system is critical in many manufacturing and industrial operations. It provides the power needed to operate tools and equipment and must maintain trouble-free operations to ensure that production runs smoothly. However, the management and operation of compressors are only a small part of the maintenance tasks that industrial equipment operators must…
When organizing a shop floor, planning the compressed air pipe system is often one of the last considerations. Environmental conditions and factory equipment requirements often outrank the plan to simplify supply lines. People don’t worry too much about the layout of the piping system because it seems rather straightforward – simply attach a compressor to an…
If you’ve ever experienced equipment failure you know what it can do to your production schedule. Malfunctioning air compressor systems cause several days of downtime each year, costing companies thousands of dollars, not only in maintenance, but also in reduced productivity. Despite the high costs, air compressor maintenance is typically reactive rather than proactive, costing…
Increasing air compressor efficiency is something we all want to achieve, especially if your system is exposed to varying elements as the seasons change. As part of a process referred to as weatherization, compressor maintenance experts suggest biannual inspections of various areas throughout the entire compressed air system.
Case Study: Sunset Tool Inc. Michigan Air Solutions has once again teamed up with EE LED Supply to install more energy efficient air compressor equipment and lighting which will save Sunset Tool over 250,000 kilowatt hours per year, and $32,800 annually. Sunset Tool also received over $25,000 in rebates and incentives from Indiana Michigan Power…
Case Study: Imerys Perlite Michigan Air Solutions teamed up with EE LED Supply and to install more energy efficient air compressor equipment and lighting at the Imerys Perlite facility, which will save over 400,000 kWh per year, and $30,000 annually. Imerys also received over $32,259 in rebates and incentives from Indiana Michigan Power Company and Michigan Air Solutions…
As temperatures drop and the snow begins to fall, now is the time to inspect and look at winterizing your air compressor to ensure it will be in good condition for the colder months ahead. Air Compressor Maintenance to Keep Your System Weatherized We recommend biannual maintenance in preparation for extreme temperatures, one in late…
An air compressor is crucial for the success of a brewery when it comes to bottling, packaging, and labeling. An air compressor for production lines
How much do you really know about compressed air? Our friends at ELGi Compressor put together some of the most common myths to set the facts straight. Myth: Compressed air is not desirable source of power Fact: When properly applied, compressed air can be the best choice. It’s a safe, clean source of power that is easy…
The main difference between single and two stage compressors is the number of times the air gets compressed between the inlet valve and the tool nozzle. In a single stage compressor, the air is compressed once; in a two stage compressor, the air is compressed twice for double the pressure. By increasing the number of…