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A Couple Of Common Questions About Commercial Air Compressors

27 June 2016

Carrie Gomez

Ensuring that a business's employees have the right tools for their jobs is essential for any new business owner. Unfortunately, it can be common for business owners and managers to be fairly unfamiliar with the tools that their workers will need to use. As a result, they can make some mistakes with these tools that can shorten their lifespans. In particular, air compressors can be essential for a number of tasks, and if you have limited experience with these devices, you may need to have the following couple of questions answered. 

How Do You Properly Store An Air Conditioner?

An air compressor can be a sizable investment in your new company, and it is important for you to understand the risks that can be encountered when storing these devices. If an air compressor is improperly stored, it can result in the unit developing corrosion. Additionally, it can also suffer mechanical malfunctions due to dust and other debris clogging the primary motor. To minimize these risks, you will want to ensure that you are always storing the air compressor indoors in an area with low humidity, and make sure to use a cloth or container to cover the unit to prevent dust from gathering on it.  

Keeping the air conditioner safe from condensation and humidity swings will likely require you to place a dehumidifier in the room with the unit. While this may seem somewhat excessive, it can be the best option for preventing condensation from forming on the interior of the unit and corroding the sensitive internal components.

Will An Air Compression System Require Maintenance?

In addition to properly storing the air compressor, it will also be necessary for the unit to be regularly serviced by a trained technician (such as one from kruman equipment co.). These service visits are needed to ensure that the internal motor is working as designed. Over time, the lubricant can degrade and the internal components can come out of alignment. During these service visits, the technician can address these issues before they result in permanent damage to the unit.

The frequency with which you will need to have the unit serviced will depend on how much you use the compressor. Many manufacturers base their recommended service schedules on the number of hours the unit has been running, and the recommended service schedule can vary from one manufacturer to another. Therefore, you will want to consult your owner's manual and keep records of the number of hours that unit has been running. This will help you to ensure that you always have your company's air compressor serviced at the right intervals.

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