Posts by chreed

How to Winterize Your Air Compressor

Every winter seems to bring more extreme weather, and your air compressor needs to be up to the challenge of the long, harsh winter months. Most standard air compressors are designed for use at an ambient temperature of about 95° Fahrenheit. So the frigid temperatures of winter present a distinct set of challenges for air compressor systems.…

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Bullard Introduces BCX Communication System

Bullard, a leading manufacturer of high-quality personal protective equipment and systems, recently launched the BCX Communication System. This hands-free communication system allows workers to stay connected and safe on the job while working in confined spaces. The BCX lets you talk for up to eight hours and listen for up to 10 hours. Bullard BCX…

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Case Study – Electric Diaphragm Pumps for Flow Coating Applications

Flow coaters are a common coating tool used in many different industries and applications. Some examples include the manufacturing of ceiling and acoustical tiles, UV coatings for wood flooring, cabinet and furniture components, flexographic inks, primers for doors and door skins and adhesives for packaging and corrugated box manufacturing. These materials (primer in this case…

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A Mixture of Air Compressor Technologies Creates a Smart, Reliable System

A mixture of air compressor technologies creates a smart, reliable system for a local foundry. This customer recently purchased a Quincy QSI-1500 air compressor to replace two 150 HP compressors that were old and worn out. The facility still has two 200 HP air compressors from two different manufacturers, and an older Quincy QSI-1000. The…

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10 Ways to Reduce Air Compressor Costs

Air compressors can be one of the most vital tools in an industrial workplace. They complete a variety of tasks, including painting, drilling, and sanding. Compressors can also draw significant electricity — up to 30% of a site’s total electrical bill. This expenditure is why you need to take steps to maximize your compressor system’s efficiency. Not…

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Case Study – Networking a New Compressor to an Old System

Networking a New Air Compressor to an Old Compressed Air System A local manufacturing company needed to increase their production capacity. With more production equipment, the demand for compressed air increased. They wanted something big enough to support them now, with an eye towards further expansion in the future. After reviewing the customer’s needs, and…

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How to Increase Transfer Efficiency in Your Paint Finishing Process

Finishing operations throughout America constantly strive to improve efficiency in their paint and coating processes. As the industrial finishing market increases in competition, leading operations prudently look for better methods to decrease material consumption, promote higher environmental values and control harmful exposures to their workforce. One of the best ways to achieve all three goals…

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Air Compressor Preventative Maintenance Programs

Air Compressor Preventative Maintenance Programs Just like any piece of mechanical equipment, all air compressors require some form of routine, standard maintenance. But, to ensure continuous, efficient, and reliable performance while avoiding interruptions and unexpected downtime, you should go beyond standard maintenance and implement an air compressor preventative maintenance program. Air Compressor preventative maintenance programs…

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Electrostatic Spray Guns: What Are the Benefits?

How do Electrostatic Spray Guns Work? Electrostatic spray guns are a distinct type of paint spray gun that applies an electric charge to the paint that is sprayed onto grounded objects. When sprayed with an electrostatic spray gun, the paint particles can actually change direction in midair (even up to 180 degrees) as they are…

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Compressed Air System Case Study – Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturer

This local Pennsylvania manufacturer was in the process of moving half of their facility to another location. Prior to the move, their compressed air system consisted of a 60 HP variable speed compressor that provided 302 CFM. The maximum load on the previous compressor was 55% (166 CFM). After a quick walk-through of the area…

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