Should You Buy or Rent an Industrial Air Compressor?
Air compressors have numerous uses, from inflating tires to powering complex industrial machinery. An industrial air compressor may serve any number of purposes, but once you discover the need for a compressor, you must decide if you need a permanent[...]
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8 Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Reciprocating Air Compressor
1. WHAT ARE YOU USING THE COMPRESSED AIR FOR? The work that you will be performing is critical to your choice of compressed air system. Will air demands be on a daily basis, how many shifts, how many days a[...]
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6 Common Warm Weather Air Compressor Issues
Spring can be a welcome relief from the cold weather of winter, especially on outdoor or partially outdoor job sites. However, as much as your human employees may appreciate the more temperate weather, some of your equipment may struggle to[...]
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Fire, Water, and Air: Mining Equipment Throughout History
Today, people who work in the mining industry rely on air compressors and other complex equipment. Modern mining equipment is new, but mining has existed since prehistoric times. Ancient people used intriguing equipment to extract materials from mines. This[...]
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5 Main Types of Blowers
The beginnings of modern blowers go back to the mid-1800s, with engineering brothers Philander and Francis Roots. In an attempt to repair a water motor, one brother spun a motor’s shaft, and this caused the impellers to spin, creating so[...]
read more5 Strategies to Make Your Industrial Air Compressor More Eco-Friendly
No matter the industry you work in, you need to constantly improve your business to stay profitable and relevant. In recent years, many companies have begun to look for ways to decrease their carbon footprints and make their processes more[...]
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Under Pressure: 5 Safety Tips for Working With an Industrial Compressor
Air compressors are an essential part of numerous industries, from chemical manufacturing to mining. However, like any large piece of equipment, air compressors must be used correctly and conscientiously to ensure the safety of your employees. In this blog, we[...]
read moreDoes Your Compressor Need Repairs? 10 Warning Signs
Air compressors are an integral part of many industries. When your compressor stops working as efficiently as it should or stops working altogether, the problems can cause delays, necessitate expensive services, or even put your employees in danger. One of[...]
read moreHow Cold Weather Affects Air Compressors (And How to Protect Your System This Winter)
Many industrial air compression systems are located outside or in minimally insulated facilities. During the spring and fall, this location helps the compression system maintain its ideal operating temperature range of about 40 to 95° Fahrenheit. In the winter, however,[...]
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