GenAir set for a Green Apple Award for All Weather All Electric Air Compressor

23 October, 2019

GenAir, hirer of compressed systems and desiccant dryers, has had the environmental qualities of its emission-free, All Weather All Electric Air Compressor formally recognised by the internationally respected campaigners, The Green Organisation.

Thorite secures substantial savings for Service Timber

18 October, 2019

For many companies who need a reliable source of compressed air, the age of their compressor isn't much of a concern. It's almost a case of “Well it's running just fine, we have it serviced regularly, so what's the problem?”

Pushing the boundaries of compressor efficiency

16 October, 2019

Intercooling is a common practice in compressor technology for reducing the power required for operation. However, the latest research by Mattei, in conjunction with the Polytechnic University of Milan, shows that the similar concept of ‘intracooling’ achieves even better results in two-stage compressors. Andy Jones, managing director at Mattei, explains how it works, improves energy efficiency, and what’s in store for further development.

Gardner Denver unveils new oil-free claw vacuum pump

09 October, 2019

Gardner Denver has launched its new oil-free, claw technology vacuum pump, the next generation C-VLR 62 and 122.

CE approved rotary screw air compressor

26 September, 2019

Quincy Compressor  has announced it has introduced the most reliable, cost-effective CE approved rotary screw air compressor to the European market complete with an extended five-year, no service contract warranty.

Hydrovane compressors now the smarter option with iConn

13 September, 2019

Gardner Denver’s smart IoT analytics system, iConn, is now enabled on industrial Hydrovane compressors from 11kW to 45kW. The cloud-based data management platform enables operators to optimise and improve their compressed air processes and performance.

PPS expands its hire fleet with energy-saving Atlas Copco compressors

12 September, 2019

Turnkey compressed air specialist Pennine Pneumatic Services (PPS) has added some brand-new Atlas Copco compressors to its hire fleet to meet rising demand.

Managing losses in compressed air systems with thermal mass flow technology

11 September, 2019

Monitoring compressed air usage within industrial applications has become increasingly important as the associated costs continue to rise dramatically.

Ingersoll Rand saves energy at the Straalbedrijf Wikor BV facility

05 September, 2019

Ingersoll Rand upgraded and optimised the compressed air system at Straalbedrijf Wikor BV, a full-fledged surface treatment company from the Netherlands. Due to the modernisation of the system, in the first year since completing the project, Straalbedrijf Wikor BV saved 172,496 kWh of energy, equivalent of approximately €17.000.

Champion launches its newest rotary screw compressors

03 September, 2019

Champion has launched its next generation rotary screw compressors, claimed to offer reliable, economical and efficient performance in a completely new package.

Aerzen focuses on tailor-made engineering

23 August, 2019

Aerzen comments that its two-stage oil-free compressors of the 2C series are practical proof of the company’s strategy towards more specialisation. ‘Customised solutions’, for example, are increasingly in demand in process technology, in order to seamlessly integrate the compressed air supply into the overall production network.

Robox Aqua helps Gael Force Group overcome space restrictions on feed barges

06 August, 2019

Gael Force Group, the marine equipment, technology and engineering business, has specified the compact Robox Aqua blower technology from Gardner Denver’s Robuschi brand, enabling it to overcome challenging space restrictions on the company’s marine feed barges.

Making the wheels go around

28 June, 2019

From water, steam and electricity to compressed air, Alexander Pavlov, general manager at Atlas Copco Compressors UK & Ireland, gives a brief history of the factory through the ages and the energy that powered production

Everything under control with AdaptShield

14 June, 2019

DVP Vacuum Technology will introduce the new CBL Systems with the AdaptShield technology at IFFA 2019, Frankfurt am Main, from 4 to 9 May.

Ultrasonic compressed air, gas and vacuum leak detector

12 June, 2019

Ultrasound is an acoustic vibration frequency too high to be audible. An ultrasound corresponds to a frequency above 20 KHz. The human ear can perceive sound waves with frequencies between 20 Hz and 20 KHz