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Manufacturing Air Solutions

Industrial air compressors for factories and production facilities. VSD technology for energy savings, reliable systems for 24/7 operation.

35% Energy Savings

Compressed Air for Production

Most manufacturing plants run pneumatic equipment throughout their production lines. Assembly tools, automation cylinders, packaging machines, paint systems—they all need steady, clean compressed air to function properly.

The challenge is matching air supply to actual demand. Fixed-speed compressors waste energy during partial loads. VSD technology adjusts motor speed to match consumption, cutting energy bills by 25-35% in typical applications.

Common Requirements

Working pressure: 7-13 Bar
Flow rate: Matches production demand
Air quality: ISO 8573-1 Class 1-4
Dew point: -20°C to -40°C
Operation: Continuous or shift-based
Location: Indoor compressor room

Challenges

Common Issues in Factory Air Systems

High Energy Bills

Compressed air accounts for 20-30% of electricity costs in many plants. Old or oversized compressors running at partial load waste money every hour they operate.

Downtime

When the compressor stops, production stops. Unexpected failures during peak production cause delays, missed deadlines, and overtime costs to catch up.

Pressure Drops

Undersized piping, leaks, and demand spikes cause pressure drops. Pneumatic equipment slows down or malfunctions when pressure falls below required levels.

Maintenance Access

Compressors squeezed into tight corners are hard to service. Oil changes, filter replacements, and belt inspections get skipped, leading to early failures.

VSD Technology

Why Variable Speed Makes Sense

In most factories, air demand is never constant. VSD compressors match motor speed to actual demand instead of cycling on and off. The result: less wasted energy, stable pressure, and longer equipment life.

Energy Savings

25-35% reduction vs fixed speed

Stable Pressure

±0.1 Bar pressure band

Soft Start

No inrush current spikes

Longer Life

Reduced mechanical wear

Applications

Common Manufacturing Uses

Assembly Lines

Pneumatic cylinders, grippers, and actuators on automated assembly equipment. Consistent 6-8 Bar pressure needed for proper operation. Air quality should be dry and oil-free for longer valve life.

CNC Machining

Chip blow-off, tool clamping, door operation. CNC machines typically need 6-7 Bar at the machine. Account for pressure drop in long pipe runs from the compressor room.

Packaging

Carton forming, sealing, labeling machines. Flow rate spikes when multiple machines cycle simultaneously. Buffer tank helps maintain stable pressure during peak demand.

Compressors for Manufacturing

Best Seller

VSD Screw Compressor

Variable speed drive matches output to demand. Ideal for plants with fluctuating air consumption. Built-in controller for pressure monitoring and maintenance alerts.

22-250 kW Power

7-13 Bar Max

2.8-40 m³/min

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Reliable

Fixed Speed Screw

Proven design for steady base load operation. Simple controls, lower initial cost. Good choice when air demand is consistent throughout the shift.

15-200 kW Power

7-13 Bar Max

2.2-35 m³/min

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High Efficiency

Two-Stage System

For larger plants with high air demand. Two-stage compression is more efficient at higher pressures. Often paired with VSD for maximum energy savings.

75-400 kW Power

8-13 Bar Max

12-70 m³/min

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Selection Guide by Plant Size

Plant Type	Typical Demand	Recommended System	Key Features
Small Workshop	0.5-2 m³/min	Single VSD 7.5-15 kW	Compact, quiet, tank-mounted options
Medium Factory	3-10 m³/min	VSD 22-75 kW	Energy efficient, remote monitoring
Large Plant	15-40 m³/min	VSD + Fixed Speed Combo	Redundancy, load sharing, N+1 backup
Industrial Complex	50+ m³/min	Multiple Two-Stage Units	Central system, heat recovery, master controller

Case Study

Auto Parts Plant Reduces Energy Costs

An automotive components manufacturer in Jiangsu was running three old fixed-speed compressors. Air demand varied throughout the day based on production schedules. We replaced their system with two VSD compressors with master controller. One unit handles base load, the second covers peak demand and provides backup.

32%

Energy Reduction

Month Payback

99.5%

Uptime

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