With medical gases currently being used for so many clinical applications in the healthcare industry, improving the reliability and efficiency of medical gas equipment is critical. A leak or failure can have serious health implications on the patients who need these products to function consistently. Powerex, “the leader in pure air technology,” is continually innovating to improve their medical gas pipeline, source equipment and associated components to better serve hospitals, healthcare facilities and patients.
Continue readingMaximizing the Energy Efficiency of Your Compressed Air System
Air compressors are some of the most demanding energy users in a plant. In fact, over the life of an average compressor, the energy cost often exceeds the equipment cost several times over. Improving your air compressor’s energy efficiency can make a huge impact on your bottom line. Here are a few ways to reduce the cost of producing compressed air and maximize your energy savings:
Continue readingPD Blowers and Vacuum Pumps: Why Replace the Whole Package?
Keeping positive displacement blowers and vacuum pumps well maintained by performing small repairs can extend the life of both pieces of equipment. But as they age and corrosion occurs from moisture inside the inlet and discharge silencers, both will eventually need to be replaced. When the time comes to replace a bare blower or vacuum pump, it’s smart to consider replacing the whole package.
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