Guides
Practical guides
Choosing, installing and maintaining a professional air compressor.
Screw or piston compressor - which one to choose?Continuous or intermittent use, noise, maintenance, budget - the criteria that tip the balance.The real cost of a compressor - electricity before the purchase priceYou pay the purchase price once and the electricity every day. How to estimate what your compressed air costs, and where to act.Screw compressor maintenance - the practical guideDaily checks, services based on operating hours, and the role of service kits.Compressed air quality - understanding ISO 8573-1Three numbers describe compressed air quality - particles, water, oil. What they mean and how to get the air your trade needs.What size compressor does your workshop need?A four-step method to size your compressor without overpaying or undersizing it.Connecting your compressor to the workshop air networkThe order of components, choosing hoses and pressure gauges, and installation mistakes to avoid.Compressed air receivers - what the regulations sayThe air receiver is the most regulated part of the installation. What to keep, check and have inspected.
Guides written for workshops
Choosing an air compressor is not just about comparing power ratings. You need to know how much air your tools consume, understand the difference between a screw compressor and a piston compressor, plan the air receiver, the dryer and the network, then maintain the machine so that it lasts. These guides answer these questions in plain language, with examples taken from the trades we equip.
Where to start?
- You have not chosen yet: start with the guide on the difference between screw and piston.
- You are installing a new machine: read the guide on connecting to the air network.
- Your compressor is already running: the maintenance guide details the service intervals and what needs to be done.
To go further, the blog covers specific questions, and the calculators help you put a figure on your needs.
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