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Common Mistakes When Choosing Hoses, Tubing and Quick Disconnect Couplings
16Feb

Common Mistakes When Choosing Hoses, Tubing and Quick Disconnect Couplings

Like the pipes that transport compressed air to its end use, hoses and tubing are an important part of any compressed air system. Usually, hoses, tubing and their quick disconnect couplings are used between the compressor and pipes or between pipes and the end use application. Because they make up a small part of the compressed air system, these components are not given much thought or attention, but they can be the source of pressure loss at end use when...

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Five Ways to Find the Right Compressor for the Home Hobbyist
16Feb

Five Ways to Find the Right Compressor for the Home Hobbyist

Distractions are not necessarily a bad thing, especially when they divert our attention from the monotony of everyday routine. The right distractions, like many hobbies, can provide a refreshing break that helps recharge the mind, body and spirit. And it can be anything, both static and exhilarating – stamp collecting, model building, carpentry, reading or athletics. Air compressors are an important utility that help accomplish wide range of industrial applications. However, they can also be a great resource for the hobbyist,...

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Check Your System for Leaks to Keep Costs Low
16Feb

Check Your System for Leaks to Keep Costs Low

Leaks can be costly. A quarter-inch air leak at 100 psi can waste as much as $8,000 in energy costs per year. Depending on the age of the compressor system, as much as 20 percent of compressor costs are due to leaks. But while leaks are easy to see in your energy bill, they are harder to spot in the system. Some bigger leaks can be heard in a system walk-through, but almost 80 percent of leaks are inaudible. And...

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Five Things to Consider When Designing a Compressed Air Piping System
16Feb

Five Things to Consider When Designing a Compressed Air Piping System

Piping is a vital component in a compressed air system. Once air is compressed, dried and filtered, it is sent to an end use. Along the way, there is a risk of contamination and pressure drops. Keep these five factors in mind when designing your compressed air piping system to help minimize risk of dirty or poorly pressurized air. Material: Pipe material plays a key role in determining the quality and pressure of compressed air. Pipes come in a variety...

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16Feb

Does piping connection material impact performance?

Aluminum piping systems offer many advantages to operators. Corrosion resistant, lightweight, easy to install, and low cost, these systems are a great choice for compressed air distribution. But not all aluminum systems are equal. Different manufacturers use different materials to connect the pipe segments, and operators often wonder if this can affect the performance. The simple answer is, yes. Let’s look at two commonly used connection materials for aluminum systems and how they stand up in compressed air applications. Polyamide 6 (PA 6)...

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3 Ways to Show Your Compressed Air System Some Love
16Feb

3 Ways to Show Your Compressed Air System Some Love

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that today is Valentine’s Day. While some people opt to skip the romance in favor of Singles Appreciation Day, about 61.8% of consumers from across the nation will take part in the chocolate- and greeting card-fueled holiday. Whether you’re celebrating the day with friends, family or a tub of ice cream, consider this: why not show your compressed air system some love, too? Like a good relationship, maintaining your compressed air system takes...

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aluminum piping makes sense for compressed air
26Aug

Aluminum piping makes sense for compressed air

Aluminum piping makes sense for compressed air systems Aluminum piping offers many advantages for compressed air installation including reduced costs and increased longevity Kyri McDonough, Transair 11/08/2013 Traditionally, engineers have specified a variety of piping materials for compressed air systems, including black iron, galvanized steel, copper, stainless steel and even plastic. More recently, aluminum piping has become an option considered by many contractors, architects and engineering firms. Aluminum piping makes sense for compressed air systems in many different applications. Black iron and galvanized steel pipe...

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