Industrial Utility Efficiency

Air Compressors

Why a Centrifugal Air Compressor May Be the Better Choice

By Richard Huguenor, Business Development Manager for Oil Free Products at Sullair, LLC.

When selecting an air compressor for your manufacturing operation, the common choice is the industry-standard rotary screw compressor. Known as the work horse of compressed air machinery, the rotary screw compressor comes in a multitude of sizes and power levels. However, centrifugal compressors have seen some exciting technological progress in recent years and offer a wide range of pressures, flow and turndown. Long known for their longevity and durability, they offer higher efficiency, even qualifying for energy rebate programs offered by local utilities and all, notably, produce Class 0 oil free air.

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Air Compressor Sizing at Higher Altitudes

By Daniel Mejia and Jim Hudson, CAC Group

Both screw air compressors and centrifugal air compressors offer unique advantages and are suitable for different applications. When selecting an air compressor for high altitude installations, it is essential to consider all the specific operating conditions and requirements of the customer's site to ensure optimal and correct capacity, performance and efficiency for your location.
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CFM Air Equipment Empowers Customers Through Education

By Brooke Jones, Compressed Air Best Practices® Magazine

CFM Air Equipment is a Kaeser Compressors Canada distributor for Southern Alberta and Southern Saskatchewan, and a distributor for Chicago Pneumatic at its Manitoba branch. It works with clients of all sizes, and serves oil and gas, mining, hydro, agriculture, building maintenance, government, fertilizer and power industries. 
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The 2024 AICD Show Report

By Bill Smith, Compressed Air Best Practices® Magazine 

The Association of Independent Compressor Distributors (AICD) held its annual event at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada, in April 2024. Participating distributor members and guests enjoyed a few days of networking events, the AICD trade show, speakers, the AICD Golf Tournament and more. 
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Using Air Storage to Balance Capacity in a Reciprocating Air Compressor Installation

By the Compressed Air & Gas Institute

One of the components frequently included in a reciprocating air compressor is an air receiver, often referred to as an air tank.  Proper air storage is a critical component of intermittent duty cycle because for brief moments, the system can provide more compressed air than would otherwise be provided by the compressor pump. The capacity of compressed air piping also contributes to the total capacity of the air storage system.
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End-Of-Life Centrifugal Air Compressor Decisions

By the Compressed Air & Gas Institute

Centrifugal air compressors are known for reliable longevity, but at some point, end- of- serviceable- life decisions must be made. Your centrifugal compressor has been the lifeblood of the factory for upwards of twenty-five years, or longer, but it is finally showing signs of giving up the ghost. Much like when the aging family automobile continues to rack up increasingly more expensive repair bills, operators of aging centrifugal compressors face the decision to repair or replace the machine when the maintenance costs reach a certain threshold. 
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Compressed Air Efficiency & Reliability Showcased at the Best Practices 2023 EXPO & Conference

By Bill Smith, Compressed Air Best Practices® Magazine

In late October 2023, professionals from around the world gathered at the Best Practices 2023 EXPO & Conference at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois to source and learn about Sustainable, Safe and Reliable On-Site Utilities Powering Automation including compressed air, blowers, vacuum, pneumatics, motors and cooling water systems. 
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FS-Elliott and FS-Curtis’ Synergies Ensure Compressed Air Success

By Mike Grennier, Compressed Air® Best Practices Magazine

FS-Elliott and FS-Curtis are a combined force, yet each comes to the table with well-established and highly reliable brands of compressed air products. This means they’re fully prepared to tackle customers' goals individually or by working together seamlessly and all with the backing of Fusheng Industrial and parent company Fusheng Group, a Taiwanese-based corporation with annual sales in excess of $2 billion and 20,000-plus employees. 
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Kaeser Compressors Celebrates Growth

By Roderick M. Smith, Editor, Compressed Air Best Practices® Magazine

Kaeser Compressors’ President Frank Mueller held a ribbon cutting ceremony, with local and regional dignitaries attending, and in his address to the gathering said, “This 50% increase in office space, the new Rooftop Café, and the warehouse expansion are all dedicated to the well-being, health and productivity of our employees who continue to fuel our growth.”
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Choosing the Best Wastewater Mixing System - How Compressed Gas Mixing Overcomes Daunting Challenges

By Sarah Elger, P.E., Director of Strategy and Marketing and John Koch, P.E., Vice President of Technology, EnviroMix Inc.

When selecting a mixing technology, wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) and their consultant engineers must consider numerous factors, balancing specific treatment demands with plant priorities and ultimately choosing the technology that best suits their needs and specifications. Compressed gas mixing (CGM) is often the best solution, allowing designers to circumvent many challenges that alternative technologies either create or cannot overcome. 
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