How to improve air compressor efficiency and availability?
Even if you purchase a very reliable air compressor on the market, its availability and efficiency will be greatly affected by factors such as the working environment, operating conditions and maintenance. What can you do to avoid production stops and keep your machines in top shape?
What should be paid attention to to achieve high efficiency and high availability of compressed air system?
1. Air compressor installation
Installing an air compressor in a clean environment with moderate temperature and humidity conditions is the first step to achieving excellent performance. The air compressor sucks in the surrounding ambient air. In dusty environments this means the intake filter will saturate more quickly and need to be replaced more frequently. Otherwise, the key components of the air compressor will be affected.
2. Regularly check machine parameters
Pay attention to check equipment parameters such as outlet temperature and pressure, which can predict potential problems. This is accomplished by continuously collecting data and analyzing it. Make full use of the remote connection function of the air compressor.
3. Proper Maintenance Program
Following the repair recommendations of the air compressor service engineer is another key element. Maintenance requirements should be adjusted to specific environmental conditions.
4. Choose the right auxiliary equipment
Air consumption can fluctuate, resulting in poor compressor operating patterns and reduced air quality. Proper selection of auxiliary equipment such as dryers, air receivers, ductwork and line filters can reduce the impact.
Does an Air Compressor Maintenance Schedule Affect Compressor Efficiency and Availability?
To keep running efficiently, all equipment requires regular maintenance. Follow the engineer’s repair recommendations. These repairs will need to be adjusted if operating conditions change. Prepare for maintenance operations two to three months in advance because it takes time to order parts and schedule a technician visit. Remember to incorporate maintenance operations into production planning.
A good maintenance plan makes the most of your investment and manages your resources efficiently. You don’t need to worry about parts inventory, equipment monitoring, maintenance operations and repairs.
If you are performing repairs yourself, you will need an active parts store, proper certified tools, and trained service personnel. If improper maintenance results in a failure, you will not be able to submit a warranty claim.
Are there advanced ways to monitor compressed air systems?
Visual inspection has limitations because of the many things going on inside the compressor.
In order to further ensure the smooth operation of the machine, please pay attention to check the equipment parameters such as outlet temperature and pressure. If the parameters are found to be out of the recommended range, please contact the engineer for inspection as soon as possible.
Documenting manually means writing down all parameters in a form. As a more convenient and easy-to-use solution, the remote connection function of the air compressor is a good choice.
