Improve compressor efficiency: Optimising air treatment helps minimise energy consumption of compressors

摘要

A MAJOR component of many manufacturing and industrial processes is compressed air. To ensure effective and efficient operation of equipment or a process, it is important to know the air quality level required. A diverse range of air treatments can be utilised within an industrial compressor system. The primary air treatments include air receivers, air dryers and filters. Ancillary treatments include moisture separators, drains and after-coolers. Air treatments can be combined in a variety of ways in order to achieve a regulated supply of compressed air of the required quality and pressure. Prior to purchasing a new compressed air system, or upgrading an existing system, it is important that all available options are carefully considered. According to William Chan, Gas and Special Projects Manager at Compressed Air and Power Solutions Australia (CAPS), it is important to carefully plan a compressed air installation to create the appropriate quality air in the most cost effective and efficient manner.