The recovery of compressor heat can substantially reduce the total cost of energy in most commercial or industrial facilities. Thanks to the laws of physics, the most plentiful useful output of an air compressor is heat. Less than 10%Β of the air compressor energy input is actually turned into useful work at compressed air powered machines […]
Air Compressors
Why is my compressor room so hot?
The physics of compressed air dictates that heat must be generated if air is compressed. The amount of heat depends on the size of the compressor. For example, a fully loaded 25 hp compressor will produce more thanΒ 63,000 Btu/hr of heatβif you do the math, this is the equivalent to about 18 kW of power. […]
What size air compressor do I need?
Determining what size of compressor to buy is a very difficult problem. This is especially true if the compressor will be for a new system that hasnβt been built yet. If you answer this question wrong, you might end up with pressure problems if the compressor does not have enough output to feed peak air […]
How many horsepower should a 100 hp compressor consume?
CAGI Sheets tell the story! When you buy a 100 hpΒ compressor, how many horsepower do you think it should consume? Yes, this is a trick question. Compressor ratings are often confusing when it comes to checking the specifications of screw compressors. The 100 hp associated with the Compressed Air and Gas Institute (CAGI) compressor data […]
What’s more efficient, reciprocating compressor or screw air compressors?
Often, when it comes to choosing an air compressor for a service shop, there is a choice between types and sizes of compressors. Do you choose a standard reciprocating compressor or do you go with a more modern lubricated screw? But depending on the way you use your compressed air, and how the compressor is […]
Compressed air fail: Compressor lubricant release
By Ron Marshall for the Compressed Air Challenge A food products company used lubricated screw compressors to feed the process machines in their plant. The compressors contained food grade lubricant because some of the compressed air came in contact with the product. The lubricant is an important item within the compressor, acting as a lubricant, […]
How do I compare air compressor efficiency?
When you are purchasing a compressor, it can be difficult to decide which one to buy. You should be aware that about 80% of the lifetime cost for an average air compressor is due to electricity, the remainder is purchase price and maintenance. Often, a compressor will consume its total purchase price in electricity in […]
Why does my compressor run constantly?
If your air compressor is constantly running without shutting off, this could be a sign of a problemβand it is probably costing you a bundle. It is very rare to see system compressors exactly match the facility demand, requiring the need for constant full-load operation. The most obvious thing you should check for is leaks […]
Air compressors deliver up to 18% efficiency improvement
Ingersoll Rand, a leader in compressed air and gas systems and services, power tools, material handling, and fluid management equipment, has introduced the new RS30 and RS37 models, the first in a series of next generation oil-flooded, rotary screw air compressors. The Next Generation R-Series Air Compressors deliver performance and enhanced reliability, lowering operational costs […]
Atlas Copco showcases new electric compressor
Atlas Copco Construction Equipment is bringing a new XATS 900E electric portable air compressor to the North American market. The compressor features four preset flow and pressure selections to give contractors versatility and rental centers greater flexibility in their fleet offering. The compressor features a 160-kilowatt WEG 22 motor. Despite the industry-wide focus on Tier […]
