CompAir SmartAir Master compressor controller
28 April, 2010 byCompAir has launched SmartAir Master, claimed to be a simple-to-install control system that provides detailed management reports to help plant engineers improve the performance and efficiency of a compressor network.
SMC Pneumatics VBA pressure boosters
21 April, 2010SMC’s range of VBA pressure boosters is designed to offer long life, reliable operation and a more energy-efficient way to increase the pressure to a machine application without increasing the compressor pressure.
Champion Compressors EcoPak compressors range
20 April, 2010 byChampion Compressors has launched the EcoPak range of compressors. Combining variable speed drives (VSD) with variable output control (VOC), Champion has developed a compressor family that delivers energy-efficient compressed air at the top end of its capacity, and also offers a wide turn-down. The EcoPak is therefore designed for the efficient production of compressed air for applications where there are widely varying compressed air demands.
Compressed air auditing shows huge savings potential
11 February, 2010A compressed air auditing program developed by the Electricity Commission is set to play a significant part in achieving targeted energy savings of $2 billion a year for the New Zealand manufacturing sector within five to 10 years.
CompAir 7-11 kW range of oil-lubricated screw compressors
12 January, 2010 byCompAir has launched a 7-11 kW range of oil-lubricated screw compressors designed to deliver high reliability with low service and installation costs.
Compressor controller reduces energy costs
11 January, 2010Operators of multiple compressors can achieve significant energy savings thanks to the Ingersoll Rand X-Series System.
VSD compressors
09 December, 2009With electricity prices set to double over the next few years and the federal government committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, buyers of new compressors should assess the energy-efficient benefits of variable speed drive (VSD) air compressors.
Compair L11VS to L18VS range variable speed compressors
02 December, 2009 byCompAir has extended its portfolio of variable speed compressors with the launch of seven new models, to offer a comprehensive range of energy-efficient rotary screw machines from 11 to 250 kW.
Not just a lot of hot air!
02 November, 2009In this article, Simon Wood, National Sales Manager, Boge Compressors, discusses how compressed air users can optimise their compressed air-related energy usage through heat recovery.
A breath of fresh air for Jayco
28 October, 2009As an increasing number of Australians head off camping to experience one of the great Australian dreams, recreational vehicle manufacturer Jayco needed to expand manufacturing capacity to keep up with demand.
VOC series compressors
26 October, 2009Champion Compressors has launched its upgraded variable output compressor (VOC) series. The VOC series has been redesigned to further enhance its ruggedness for use in heavy industrial applications. The latest VOC range employs a direct-coupled gear-drive system designed for harsh, dirty and aggressive environments.
Hitting the compressor ‘sweet-spot’
07 October, 2009 by Mark Ferguson, Executive Manager - Sales, Service & Marketing, Champion CompressorsSelecting the right air compressor can be confusing. There are numerous compressor types, variants and options to consider — each of which can impact energy efficiency and operating costs. Identifying a compressor’s ‘sweet-spot’ can help determine if it is right for the application.
Wireless compressor monitoring
25 September, 2009 byLogair is a wireless communication system that provides remote monitoring of a compressed air system via either a PC or mobile phone. Logair is a suitable solution where a user wants a permanent online link, a fault detector, a remote data request system and visualisation over the internet without the necessity of a comprehensive management system.
Oil-free compressors
25 September, 2009 byBoge has extended their K series oil-free piston compressor range with the addition of 15 and 40 bar options. The K series provides the smaller air user with a compact, energy- and cost-effective, oil-free compressor solution.
Sustainable compressed air energy savings
09 September, 2009 byAs business becomes more aware of its carbon impact and finding ways to reduce its carbon footprint, Boge provides details on a tried and tested four-step approach to energy management for compressed air users. Its approach not only benchmarks an existing system but also provides for continual assessment and validation of the compressed air system.
