5 principles for compressed air efficiency

When utilizing compressed air, there are many factors to consider, according to your specific needs. Ultimate application is what highlight your priorities, and these will vary according to each individual situation. Some machines might need specific attributes, others might need a lack of specific qualities; ultimately, the goal should be to have an efficient system which meets the needs you have. However when it comes down to it, true efficiency is the ability to make a quality product while maximizing time.

There are a few principles for compressed air efficiency, which are important to consider, especially when anticipating the purchase of machinery or systems.

Pure

One of the biggest factors to consider when examining your compressed air needs, is the purity of your air, from a variety of pollutants, oils, smells, and other debris. There are a myriad of filters which can target these specific needs, but not all filters can address the same contaminants.

Your air should be as pure as necessary, in order to appropriately support your needs. This might mean a focus on eliminating oils in the air over airborne pollutants or smells, or this could look like a greater focus on removing allergens and dust, in order to keep delicate internal components working effectively.

 

Dry

Air can hold great amounts of moisture, and these levels will have wildly varying levels of importance, depending upon application. Air dryers can serve to remove certain percentages of moisture content from the air, and finding the right dryer is important when determining how efficient a machine can be.

 

Functional

Efficient air compression systems should work to meet your needs starting with the greatest focus as a strength. These machines need to work well, consistently, with little maintenance required for full operation. Efficient machines balance the need with what is feasible, and choose the best path forward with both being taken into consideration.

 

Cost-effective

Cost effective machines are much more than an initial investment price into a product or system. Effective and efficient systems should be worth the cost of maintenance, operation, and the benefits provided should outweigh the costs to run the equipment and keep it running with appropriate, maximum output. We have so much technology these days which allows us to digitally monitor, adapt, and change machinery production, according to the needs of the moment. This technology saves us time and energy in the long run.

 

Powerful and Beyond

There must be enough output and storage in order for your compressed air system to be truly efficient. Truly efficient systems have the power to work beyond one strength, and compliment a number of important factors. From output and storage, filtering, cost and long term usage agreements, efficient systems can be a bit of a cinderella situation, looking for a perfectly fitting glass slipper. Still, it is worth the time, money, and investment to research what needs you have, and to find an ideal balance of a compressed air system that works for you.