Spray Insights
Reducing Compressed Air Energy Use
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Sep 22
Compressed air can account for 1/3 of a plant’s total electricity usage. You may be able to save tens of thousands of euros annually by reducing compressed air consumption in your drying and blow-off operations. Spraying Systems Co. can show you some simple changes that won’t disrupt operations but can deliver significant dividends.
Know the options for compressed air use
Low-Flow Air Knives
- Deliver high velocity, uniform air in small areas, typically mounted close to the target
- 89% to 92% less air consumption than open pipe
- Low noise level with high velocity, uniform air flow
Air Amplifiers
- Produce a constant, high velocity air stream for very targeted applications
- Up to 90% less air consumption than open pipes and 60% less than air nozzles
- Low noise with higher volumes of air and pressures than air nozzles
Air Nozzles
- Convert a low-pressure volume of compressed air into a targeted high-velocity stream
- 25% to 36% less air consumption than open pipe
- Up to 60% less noise than open pipe
Open pipes with holes or slits
- High compressed air consumption
- Less targeted drying or blow-off
- High noise levels
Sustainability pays
Reducing compressed air consumption is just one way that Spraying Systems. Co. helps companies optimize sustainability, efficiency and savings. If you want to reduce your compressed air energy use be sure to contact your local spray expert today.