Air compressors come in all shapes and sizes but choosing the correct compressor for the application is essential to get the desired outcome. There are two main types of air compressor, piston or rotary vein. Piston compressors are generally used for smaller applications such as in garages for paint spraying, tyre inflation and pneumatic power tools. They are also used in domestic settings when an air compressor is required. Most DIY compressors are piston compressors. Rotary vein air compressors on the other hand are used in engineering settings and can be very high output. There are three main things to consider when choosing the right compressor. The first is the...

Choosing the best air hose for your industrial compressor system can be difficult as there are many options available designed to fulfil different purposes. It is however important to choose an air hose that is efficient, dependable and suitable for your applications. There are a number of reasons that would require you to change your current air hose. If there is a defect in your current hose, replacing your hose should be a top priority. If you are planning to use different equipment and do not have a hose that is compatible with this equipment, upgrading will allow you to get more out of your compressor and enable use with...

Mimic panels can play an important role in developing the safety and efficiency of your operations. By having a panel that can accurately report fire risks and show the various stages of your automated processes, people can have an accurate idea of what they need to be aware of in order to ensure their personal safety and the continued delivery of their work in the appropriate time. Firstly, a mimic panel is essentially a display panel that are typically used to assist in automated processes, and can be constructed from a variety of materials. They are made using industrial cutting equipment and dyed in order to provide additional information. These...

It may be that you use a number of different compressors within your business or that you only have one but it is a very integral part. If they go wrong, you may find that you product has to come to a holt which essentially means you lose money, and you may end up even losing customers. The old saying prevent is better than cure is right and it is best to try and avoid issues happening rather than having to react to them when they do. Lots of companies now offer service plans for compressors. They can access how many you have and what sort they are and then...

All compressors do make some noise and often you need to wear ear defenders if you are working closely to one or for long periods of time. But is your compressor too noisy? Compressors are used in a huge number of different manufacturing processes and often are very important to a business in ensuring they can create the products needed to sell but the noise from them can be disruptive and could even cause hearing loss overtime. Although you cannot completely stop the noise there are things you can do to reduce it. Firstly try and build something around the compressors to help absorb the sound. Using a porous foam...