When to repair an air compressor and when to replace
Air compressors are synonymous with factory and processing environments; they are effective in their ability to power a range and quantity of tools at the same time for a multitude of jobs and are the go-to solution for both hand-held equipment and larger machinery. Used widely on assembly lines, air compressors are a vital source […]
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Some air compressors can work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in environments where there are round the clock shifts and a constant operational demand. Others may be called into action only when particular jobs are running, sitting idle for periods of time in between. Some air compressors are working on tasks that […]
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Why Glaston specialises in energy-efficient compressed air systems
Following a carbon report carried out by The Making Carbon Work (MaCaW) Project, Glaston Compressor Services was recognised as a carbon-neutral company. In this article, Glaston discusses the benefits our customers can receive from choosing energy-efficient compressors from a carbon-neutral air compressor supplier.
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How to cut compressed air energy consumption in the chemical industry
In the chemical industry, compressed air is largely used as a safe and versatile power source. Chemical processes rely on the availability of compressed air to power critical applications, which keep plants performing, sometimes 24/7. However, compressed air isn’t a free resource. Generating it can be quite intensive, representing between 5-30% of a site’s total […]
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Variable speed compressor vs fixed speed compressor
If you need an air compressor that can offer reliable performance when dealing with varying air demands, a variable speed compressor (VSD) might be the way to go instead of the more traditional fixed-speed compressor. However, you must make an informed decision before choosing your compressor unit as a VSD compressor might not be the […]
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Silent air compressors vs regular air compressors
In some businesses, the characteristic sound of moving air and heavy machinery simply isn’t suitable. Smaller workshops, where team members are working in close proximity to a machine for a full eight hours, require an air compressor with effective lubrication, precision engineering and additional noise insulation to absorb as much noise as possible and create […]
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