COMPRESSED AIR
potential future problems, based on deteriorating machine performance.
Predictive maintenance models based on real-time data can be established to help reduce energy consumption, improve process efficiencies and limit any risks. Connectivity continues to be a key focus in the CompAir portfolio, with the company’s iConn service offering intelligent insights that help operators monitor a system’s performance in both real-time and remotely. Accessible from smartphones and tablets, the browser-based system ensures users can proactively manage any potential issues that arise at all times, reducing associated downtime and guaranteeing the system is performing as required.
GUARANTEED ASSURANCE WITH SERVICE AGREEMENTS To help companies avoid unplanned and unbudgeted downtime, as well as production interruptions, CompAir has launched a series of new Assure service agreements. Available to all compressed air users, no matter the manufacturer or age of the equipment, these help businesses optimise operational efficiencies, mitigate risks, and streamline working practices by ensuring customers only
need to deal with one compressed air supplier. From the entry level, AssurePLAN, which covers the timely replacement of consumable components such as oil and air filters, separators, and oil, with a 12-month warranty on these assets, to the most comprehensive, AssureCOMPLETE, which ensures all operational risk for a compressed air system is transferred to CompAir, a service agreement is available to meet a business’ exact needs.
In addition, these agreements include genuine spare parts. While a non-genuine part may be cheaper, it can compromise the compressed air investment in the long run and end up costing a business more. In contrast, genuine parts are manufactured to meet the same high standards as the compressors they are intended for.
DON’T LEAK PROFIT
It’s essential to manage pipework leaks. Air leaks are the leading cause of energy loss in industrial air systems, wasting as much as 20 to 30 per cent of the system’s output. There are many reasons for leaks in a compressed air system, including shut-off valves and manual condensate valves being left open, as well as leaking hoses, couplings, pipes, flanges and pipe joints.
Factory Logistics Directory Advert Half_Layout 1 22/01/2021 15:36 Page 1 With a leak as small as 3mm potentially costing
over €800 in wasted energy3, one solution is a simple leak detection survey, which can identify any problems quickly so remedial action can be taken. Alternatively, a flow meter is a reliable means of evaluating compressed air generation and downstream inefficiency costs. Indeed, finding and repairing one 3mm leak could potentially save enough money to cover the cost of purchasing one.
UNDERTAKE AN ENERGY AUDIT
Whether it’s buying a new compressor or upgrading an existing system, a sensible starting point is to always undertake a full site energy audit. This will establish current compressed air usage and costs, help identify air leaks to determine where energy is being lost and where cost savings could be made, and test air quality to ensure the compressed air generated meets the right standards. Not only does an energy audit help lower a business’ total cost of ownership, it also helps reduce environmental impact too.
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