Spring has officially sprung which means spring cleaning is upon us! Believe it or not, spring cleaning extends beyond tidying our house and yard in preparation for the summer months ahead. That’s right, our Air Compressors need the attention too. Over the winter months, the dust and residue buildup can impair the functionality of your compressed air system. Specifically, the coolers that become overloaded with debris which can cause production shut down. Here are a few maintenance recommendations to prevent this from occurring: Intake vents, Coolers and Heat Exchangers – If dirty and clogge ..read more

Have you ever considered the benefits of a Preventive Maintenance Program for your compressed air system? A PM program is something that should not be looked over after the purchase of an industrial-sized compressor, or any compressor for that matter. When taking on such as an investment it is important that you also take on the protective measures to ensure the unit continues to run smoothly and to avoid any unexpected downtime or further interruptions. Implementing a PM Program at your facility offers an array of benefits that in turn will end up saving your company thousands of dollars in ..read more

As the months get colder and the days get shorter it is apparent winter is rapidly approaching. We begin to take on our typical winter instincts of wearing extra layers of clothes while blasting the heat to compensate for the dreary cold temperatures outside. But have you considered how these weather conditions could be affecting your compressed air system? Will your compressor be able to handle these below freezing extremes? During the compressed air process, the air becomes full of moisture. This is called condensate which comes from the air being compressed and then cooled. If your compress ..read more

Air waste and inefficiencies can be more common and costly than you think. In fact, a small quarter inch leak in your system could end up costing over $14,000.00 dollars annually. The infographic below highlights five common factors that could be costing your operation thousands of dollars a year. The post Identify common Compressed Air Waste and Inefficiencies appeared first on National Compressed Air ..read more

We are in a time where society is eager to reduce if not reverse the negative environmental impact that we have made this far on our diminishing ecosystem. In order to reduce our carbon footprint, we must turn to improve energy efficiency moving forward. To be specific, large industrial companies can be known for mass energy consumption with continuous working machines in order to power their plants. Since halting production to conserve energy is not an option in most cases, these companies are recommended to find alternative ways to reduce their overall energy consumption and waste. The SaveO ..read more

Quincy has been identified as a key player in the growing Reciprocating Air Compressor market trend. Here are a few considerations as to why this market is predicting an expansion in the coming years. Due to their many exceptional features such as high efficiency and strength, Reciprocating Air Compressors are becoming widely sought after in the automotive and home application industries in particular. Single acting piston compressors account for a large majority of the piston market share and growth as their low maintenance and ease of portability is ideal for workshop and home use. Double ac ..read more

The Quincy QGV Compressor series is one to consider when seeking effective and efficient compressed air systems with substantial cost saving potential. This particular compressor range was designed to deliver the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) among all compressors in their class.  To ensure these compressors high standards, these machines were engineered to have an airend bearing life of 100,000 hours, beating the industry standard lifespan up to three times longer. Quincy also offers an industry leading 10-year Royal Blue Warranty standard on every QGV sold standing by the quality of t ..read more

Electricity Retrofit Incentive Program ERIP offers you financial incentive to adopt more energy-efficient technologies and improve your bottom line. When it’s time to retrofit your business, why not choose equipment that will save you money? With all the financial and timing considerations, energy-efficient options may not be the first thing on your mind. So we’ve made it easy for you. The Electricity Retrofit Incentive Program (ERIP) provides you with rebates to adopt energy efficient upgrades to improve your bottom line.   About the Program Hydro One’s Electricity Retrofit Incentive Program ..read more

Spring has officially sprung which means spring cleaning is upon us! Believe it or not, spring cleaning extends beyond tidying our house and yard in preparation for the summer months ahead. That’s right, our Air Compressors need the attention too. Over the winter months, the dust and residue buildup can impair the functionality of your compressed air system. Specifically, the coolers that become overloaded with debris which can cause production shut down. Here are a few maintenance recommendations to prevent this from occurring: Intake vents, Coolers and Heat Exchangers – If dirty and clogge ..read more

Have you ever considered the benefits of a Preventive Maintenance Program for your compressed air system? A PM program is something that should not be looked over after the purchase of an industrial-sized compressor, or any compressor for that matter. When taking on such as an investment it is important that you also take on the protective measures to ensure the unit continues to run smoothly and to avoid any unexpected downtime or further interruptions. Implementing a PM Program at your facility offers an array of benefits that in turn will end up saving your company thousands of dollars in ..read more