Metro Air Compressor
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Metro Air is a Michigan commercial air compressor distributor. We post monthly articles regarding topics such as sustainability, prepping your compressor for changing seasons, and faqs.
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
There’s no doubt that compressed air plays a key role in food and beverage processing behind the scenes. Compressed air can be used for packaging and preparing, below we discuss the many applications air compressors are used ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
The business world is an ever-changing environment. In recent years we’ve seen more of an emphasis on taking care of our planet by recycling, electric cars, and sustainability efforts within companies. Over the past year Metro Air has ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
Air compressors need specific oil for their size and type just the same as a car engine would. Similarly, oil is used to lubricate the moving parts of the machine and keep things running smoothly. The lubrication helps the compressor from wearing ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
It’s no secret that industrial air compressors require large amounts of energy and resources. That’s why we do our part in reducing the cost of energy along with the carbon footprint associated with our systems. What is ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
The best time for fresh fruits and vegetables is during the summer! With farmers markets, gardens and warm summer air I think it’s safe to say summer is in full swing ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about wine is most definitely not compressed air. In fact, it’s probably not second or third either. When wine comes to mind, we often think of social gatherings, dinner parties, gifts etc. However, I bet you didn’t realize that compressed air plays a critical role in the creation and processing of wine! Only certain systems can make this process happen, oil free compressors, nitrogen generators and blowers play critical roles in this ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
Our atmosphere is made up of 78% Nitrogen. Nitrogen is not only used throughout the food and beverage industry, but surprisingly it is a huge part of it. Starbucks uses nitrogen to infuse cold brew coffee for a creamier smoother taste and feel. The fruit and vegetable industry uses nitrogen as well by storing it in non-oxidizing coolers to keep the fruit from perishing faster. Making your own nitrogen is efficient and sustainable. It reduces CO2 use and consumption by 70% when nitrogen is used as a replacement specifically in breweries, switching out all taps for nitrogen use. In high-traffic ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
Winter sports are very popular here in Michigan and in other states that receive snowfall. The only thing about snowfall is that there never seems to be enough! At least here in Michigan, it can be tough to rely on just the snowfall to meet the minimum requirements for the resort to be open. Resort owners had to get creative and think outside the natural realm. This is where air compressors have come into play. Air compressors can create artificial snow, thankfully allowing ski resorts to be open and allowing our winter hobbies to continue no matter the weather ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
4M ago
When we talk about moisture being in our compressed air… we become mortified, right? The compressed air system can become damaged from corrosion, rust, and scale build-up. Negatively affecting the products and processes that require dry air ..read more
Metro Air Compressor
1y ago
When we talk about moisture being in our compressed air… we become mortified, right? The compressed air system can become damaged from corrosion, rust, and scale build-up. Negatively affecting the products and processes that require dry air ..read more