We’ve all seen air compressors in use in everyday life, whether it’s to run air power tools, spray canisters or paint guns. But here are five things you had no idea air compressors are used for (probably) that go to show the amazing versatility of...
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As part of the Atlas Copco Group, you know that the best Worthington air compressors will also be some of the best air compressors on the market as a whole – so here’s our pick of five Worthington compressors we think are worth a look. Worthington Rollair...
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Vertical air receivers are exactly what the name suggests: compressed air receivers with a vertical or ‘portrait’ profile. This means they are taller than they are wide, which gives them a more compact floor footprint and can be a good option for confined...
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HPC air compressors are the familiar ‘yellow boxes’ seen in industrial units, factories and workshops up and down the UK. They’re much loved in facilities of all sizes – you can find HPC air compressors everywhere from independent car garages...
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How do air compressors work? Air compressors are essential kit in many jobs, as well as hobbies including DIY – but a lot of people don’t actually know how air compressors work. In this guide we’ll take a look at how air compressors work, starting...
Read more SIP air compressors are among our most popular brands, with models that meet a variety of specific needs like low noise and easy portability. They also come in a range of different powers and capacities, and you can usually identify these from the model name. For...
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At ACE Compressors we understand that sometimes, you just need the right air compressor spare part to get your equipment back up and running – and we’re here to help. We stock a selection of brand name spare parts for air compressors from the major...
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Oil-free air compressors are designed to offer very clean compressed air output, by eliminating the need for lubricants so removing the risk of microscopic droplets of oil in the air flow. There are many applications for this, ranging from healthcare and hygienic...
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Silent air compressors have applications in any setting where the noise level of an air compressor is a concern – for example in confined spaces, or in certain public-facing disciplines that use compressed air. Two of the biggest examples of this are medicine...
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Any dip in the global air compressor market due to COVID-19 will be short-lived and ultimately recovered, according to an insight note from Research Dive. The analyst estimates that the Coronavirus pandemic will cause compound annual growth in the industry to drop...
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There are many uses for compressed air in hospitals, from maintenance right through to front-line healthcare delivery. Different applications can place different demands on hospital air compressors. For example, compressed air used in treating patients may need to be...
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If your air compressor is running hot, consuming excess power or the output pressure is down, a clogged filter could be the cause. First check for leaks in your airline or accumulated condensates. But if everything looks good on the delivery side, it’s worth...
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While we’ve all heard of electric, hybrid and even solar-powered cars, you might not have heard of the eco-friendly option of cars powered by compressed air. Tata Motors & Motor Development International’s (MDI) development of the revolutionary air...
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Air compressor installation doesn’t have to be challenging – in this article we look at some of the steps you’ll need to know when learning how to build an air compressor system complete with airline and extra components like a dryer, filter or...
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As winter gives way to spring, it’s time to check on your air compressors’ operating temperatures to identify any that are running unusually hot – a sign of needing some maintenance, and also of wasted energy and inefficiency. While you might normally wait until...
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