Don’t overlook minor air leaks, and look for energy savings

“Finding the miss-ssssssss-ing air loss in your compressor system” (Plant Engineering Live) really highlights the concern in our industry. As a compressed air distributor, many of our customers don’t realize that the initial cost of the compressor and maintenance is minor when compared to electrical costs.

Southern California Edison, states that a 1/2-inch-sized compressed air leak can cost $4,800 per month!

At LANS Company, we do everything we can to minimize these expenses for our customers. Just a few tips to share with your readers:

1. Don’t overlook those “minor” air leaks and repair piping.

2. Maintain the compressor. A dirty oil removal filter can waste 2% of your electric bill, while a soiled inlet filter can waste 3% and a clogged air/oil separator up to 5%.

3. Purchase a premium efficient motor. Not only do you save big bucks on your electrical bill, but Edison offers significant rebates that offset the initial cost.

4. Consider a no-loss auto drain from BEKO.

5. Size the compressor based on the CFM you typically need. Don’t oversize your compressor. If you can afford it, purchase a back-up unit to turn on only as additional air is demanded.

Shannon Richards
LANS Company Inc.
www.lanscompany.com

Do you have experience and expertise with the topics mentioned in this content? You should consider contributing to our WTWH Media editorial team and getting the recognition you and your company deserve. Click here to start this process.