Air compressors are all around us. They are the ultimate utility player on any team. They are mostly unsighted but indispensable in keeping the wheels of industry turning. The widespread need and usage of air compressors shine a spotlight on their contribution to carbon emissions, and let’s be honest: These machines are powered by either electricity, diesel, or petrol.
Traditional air compressors can be highly inefficient, with energy losses occurring due to heat generation, leaks, and poor system design. It’s estimated that up to 90% of the energy used by an air compressor can be wasted as heat. When you sum up how many air compressors are in use, the carbon emissions add up.
So, as we move into a decarbonated world, are there any solutions for the humble air compressor?
Thoughtful design and technology
Air compressors’ carbon footprint is directly tied to the amount of energy they consume. The more energy-intensive the compressor, the greater its carbon emissions. Energy-efficient air compressors offer a solution that can reduce energy consumption and, consequently, carbon emissions.
Energy-efficient air compressors are designed to minimise energy waste and operate more effectively than traditional models. Energy-efficient air compressors use advanced technologies, such as variable speed drives, to match the compressor’s output with the demand for compressed air. This reduces energy consumption by preventing the compressor from running at total capacity when unnecessary.
A well-designed system includes energy recovery options, leak detection, and maintenance programs. By conducting a comprehensive analysis of the function requirements for any given application, qualified technicians can design and install an energy-efficient air compressor system that minimises waste without compromising on performance.
Energy-efficient compressors are engineered to generate less heat, which means less energy is lost during the compression process. This lowers energy consumption and reduces the need for additional cooling. High-quality air compressors manufactured for industrial and commercial settings and designed to be fit for purpose have a longer lifespan and require less frequent maintenance. This reduces the environmental impact associated with manufacturing and disposing of equipment.
Pilot Air leads the industry in energy efficient air compressors
Pilot Air’s technicians recognised the need for greater energy efficiencies and embraced the opportunity to manufacture air compressors that play their part in combating carbon emissions. This idea led to the development of our state of the art, high efficiency ALTA-TEC range of air compressors.
The ALTA-TEC air compressor is purposely designed to reduce carbon emissions and save owners money on energy costs. At the heart of its design is the use of Permanent Magnet Motors with an IE4 efficiency class—recognised as Super Premium Efficiency. These advanced motors are paired with a direct transmission system and optimised controls, featuring the state-of-the-art Login electronic controller.
This combination of innovative technologies and the latest generation air-ends enables the ALTA-TEC to be one of the most advanced, quiet, reliable, and energy-efficient compressors on the market.
One of the key features that sets the ALTA-TEC apart is its built-in inverter, pre-installed in the compressor’s electrical panel. The inverter dynamically regulates the speed of the electric motor and, consequently, the air end. This real-time adjustment ensures that the air compressor delivers precisely the amount of air required by the system, eliminating the energy wastage associated with unnecessary no-load operation.
The inverter’s soft start-up feature minimises current surges, further enhancing the compressor’s energy efficiency. Compared to a fixed-speed compressor, the ALTA-TEC can achieve energy savings of up to 50%, drastically cutting down on energy costs and reducing carbon emissions.
Pilot Air’s mission to continually improve and innovate is one of many reasons we’ve been delivering outstanding products and services to our customers for over forty years. As a company, we’re committed to manufacturing high-performance air compressors that meet the modern and necessary carbon reduction demands wherever possible. We partner with like-minded businesses and civil enterprises that value high-performance, low-carbon technologies and demonstrate responsible corporate citizenship.
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