PneuTech released its new PF series piston air compressors.Β Competitively priced and assembled in the USA, PF Series compressors are stocked for quick shipment to distributors and end-users nationwide. The line includes eight models ranging from 5 to 10 hp, with integrated ASME-certified vertical or horizontal air tanks (80 or 120 gallons) to suit a variety […]
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Unlocking compressed air efficiency in the plastics industry
By Ron Marshall In plastics manufacturing, compressed air is as essential as the raw material itself. Whether itβs blow molding bottles or supporting injection molding machines, compressed air drives productivity. But it also represents one of the largest opportunities for efficiency gains β especially when system design and operation push pressure higher than necessary. One […]
Ensuring growth through energy savings with compressed air management
Reducing energy use through compressed air monitoring and management allows you to speed up production and fine-tune efficiency. Energy is expensive, especially compressed air which can be eight times more expensive than electricity, with up to 50% of it being wasted through leaks. ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ machines wear. Systems are often oversized, taking more energy than required. […]
The βdirty thirtyβ β Why the last few feet of piping matter
When people talk about improving compressed air systems, the focus is usually on compressors, dryers, filters, and main piping. But thereβs a part of the system that often gets overlooked β the last 30 feet of piping that connects your machine to the main header. In the industry, some folks call this stretch the βdirty […]
How can you cut energy waste with smarter compressed air management?
A plastics product company recently proved how much can be gained by taking a fresh look at compressed air systems. What began as a move toward lubricant-free compressed air for product quality quickly became an opportunity to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and cut energy costs in a big way. The facility already had a fairly […]
ELGi expands EG SP series air compressors for industrial use
ELGi Compressors USA has expanded its EG SP Series of oil-injected rotary screw air compressors, now offering models from 100 hp to 200 hp. The compressors provide up to 15% energy savings compared with the ELGi EG Series and other competitors, and are suitable for a range of industrial applications, including automotive, packaging, mining, agriculture, […]
A plant managerβs mission: Making compressed air more efficient
A plant manager had been running the same manufacturing facility for nearly a decade, but compressed air had always remained a bit of a mystery. It was essential to the operation, yet notoriously expensive. He knew the compressors were energy hogs, and he was tired of watching electricity costs climb year after year. Determined to […]
How do compressor cycle times impact efficiency?
By Ron Marshall Robert, the plant manager, was puzzled. His compressed air system had been running smoothly, but his energy bills seemed high. After reviewing his equipment, he realized the issue was the compressor’s cycle time. In a typical compressed air system, a lubricated screw compressor operates in load/unload mode. The cycle time refers to […]
How a plant manager solved his overheating problem
Chuck, a seasoned plant manager, was used to solving problems. But this summer, his compressed air system was giving him a run for his money. Temperatures in the compressor room were soaring. Alarms were sounding. One of the rotary screw compressors had already shut down twice due to high temperature. Production was stalling, tools were […]
Unlocking efficiency with compressed air system analysis
Compressed air is one of the most expensive utilities in an industrial facility β yet many operators donβt fully understand its cost or efficiency potential. Thatβs where a compressed air system analysis can make a powerful difference. Whether conducted by a utility, manufacturer, or independent consultant, a well-executed analysis can uncover hidden inefficiencies and chart […]
