When it comes to compressed air, the word βlowerβ is often used in describing actions to take in implementing energy savings measures.Β The key is to do certain actions that will lower the electrical bill and the resulting operating and maintenance costs.Β Here are some common actions: Pressure β Every 2 psi in lower compressed […]
Compressed air fail: Piping choke
When connecting and piping in air compressors, it pays to be careful with piping arrangement to ensure there are no areas of restriction.Β The pictured piping element is just one example.Β The installer did a good job in installing a 45Β° angle entry to the header, which is a great idea for any entry into […]
Compressed air fail: A stickup
There are certain things out in the plant that can rob you blind, sucking up money through the electrical bill.Β One of these things is a compressed air crime we jokingly call a stickup. Often vents and ducts on process machinery become clogged with debris over time.Β Sometimes personnel, not knowing the high cost of […]
Compressed air: Keep it clean, cool and dry
In dirty and hot environments, if you want a clean and reliable compressed air flow you need to heed these suggestions.Β You need to keep your equipment clean, cool, and dry through regular maintenance. Allowing debris to build up on system components is a recipe for disaster, especially if the equipment is air cooled and […]
Compressed air fail: When maintenance goes bad
I get it β you and your staff are busy and being asked to do more with less.Β When this happens, things will start to slide.Β One of the first items on the list is maintenance, and often you can get away with this for a period of time … but eventually a critical failure […]
What are some free compressed air tools?
Not very often does something come truly free, but if you are working with compressed air in any way, you should know about the MEASUR tool. It is offered by the U.S. Department of Energy through the Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy division. The software is offered as follows and includes 12 calculators for compressed […]
Why should you measure compressed air?
Portable electronic measuring instruments have been indispensable in capturing compressed air system baselines over the past number of years. Rarely are there enough permanent instruments installed at a typical industrial plant to use to get a clear picture of how well the compressors and dryers are operating. Very often, all a compressed air auditor finds […]
Norgren Excelon Plus air prep components available from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added Norgren Excelon Plus air prep components to its existing lineup of pneumatic air prep products. Norgren, a well-known name for pneumatic components, manufactures products that provide exceptional performance, and its Excelon Plus air prep components are compact, lightweight, and suitable for most industrial applications. Norgren Excelon Plus 82 series air prep products […]
Tandem PGS3 pneumatic clamping vise
Collaborative robots and an abundance of integrators have made it easier than ever to implement automated machine tending. Many small to medium size manufacturers are making the investment into automation and seeing returns in less than six months. The SchunkΒ Tandem PGS3 vise further supports this trend. Featuring reliable, quality construction, the Tandem PGS3 reflects Schunkβs […]
A compressed air rust problem?
Q: We have a problem with rust in a plant.Β Our downstream filters keep filling up with rust particles. Please see the attached picture. What do you think has gone wrong? A: I suspect that part of the steel piping in the plant is getting wet, likely from compressor overheating during hot days, or dryer […]
