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As winter sets in, air compressor systems face tough challenges due to cold temperatures, especially when the thermometer dips below 40°F. These low temperatures can really affect the performance and reliability of compressed air systems, so it's important to understand and prepare for the potential impacts. Oil Viscosity Issues One major issue in cold weather is the thickening of compressor oil. As temperatures drop, oil viscosity increases, leading to a decrease in lubrication efficienc …

The Keltec-Technolab KRAD refrigerated air dryer is a non-cycling compressed air dryer. The term "non-cycling" means that this refrigerated dryer runs continuously without stopping and starting. These popular refrigerated air dryers are essential in various industrial processes where clean and dry compressed air is a necessity. The Keltec KRAD refrigerated dryer offers several features and benefits for efficient and effective drying of compressed air.Features of Keltec KRAD Refrigerated Air D …

When your desiccant is all used up, it can be tricky to figure out how to dispose of it. Sometimes these desiccants can not only adsorb moisture from compressed air, but also oil and other potentially hazardous materials. There are several types of desiccants, including silica gel, clay, calcium oxide, activated alumina, and molecular sieve, and each type may need to be disposed of in a specific way. Here are some general guidelines for disposing of different types of desiccants:Silica gel: Sili …

Samuel vertical air receiver tanks are a vital part of many industrial air compressor systems. SPVG / Steel Fab manufactures and ships more than 100,000 pressure vessels for compressed air every year. Samuel Pressure Vessel Group has a longstanding history in the air receiver and pressure vessel market. Over the years, they have grown into one of North America's largest suppliers of ASME Air Receivers. The focus of Samuel / SteelFab has been on providing a wide range of both standard a …

Activated alumina desiccant is a form of aluminum oxide and is known for its excellent desiccant properties, especially in the treatment of compressed air. It’s a pretty popular and powerful desiccant. Imagine it as a microscopic bouncer, keeping the bad stuff out of your air club.Activated alumina is produced by dehydroxylating aluminum hydroxide, resulting in a highly porous material. Its large surface area (up to 200 square meters/g) makes it an effective adsorbent for a range of s …