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BEKO at Airtech 2012

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES Ltd will be at the AirTech 2012 exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham from 17^th-19^th April. Please come and see us in Hall 3a, stand A216

Our main feature this year will be on desiccant dryers and we will be showing a HOC-R 1700 C. The denomination HOC means that the desiccant drying material is regenerated by the using the heat generated in the compression process thus making this type of dryer the most energy efficient at the same time as being able to generate a constant dewpoint.

We will also be showing our Mobile METPOINT measuring station which in a single unit can measure the pressure, flow, velocity, dewpoint and remaining oil content in compressed air. This product is currently a service only unit which is available for measurement carried out by BEKO technicians

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES launched the BEKOKAT Catalytic Converter in 2008

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES launched the BEKOKAT Catalytic Converter in 2008 realising that there would not be a flood of sales but none the less expecting to see a slow take up of the product notably by companies who had a need for 100% oil free or better than ISO 8573 Class 1 quality. The reason for this expectation was the growing realisation that however good an oil free compressor can be, the quality of air entering the compressor is variable. BEKO using their METPOINT OCV device have measured Class 3 remaining oil content after an oil free compressor with the unit working perfectly and not adding any hydrocarbon to the system.

Three years down the line and over 100 units sold. BEKO are optimistic that the success of the existing units in the field together with the increasing requirement to audit the quality of compressed air will accelerate the growth in sales. Chris Norris Service Manager at BEKO UK comments “As a service person I shouldn’t be happy because I have had no service revenue from the installed base this year and only a little last year but it is really pleasing to know that on at least one case, serious contamination was prevented in a food factory when an oil separator dump occurred. We expect this product to be very low service costs on average. There will be the replacement of the catalyst every 20,000 hours but annually virtually nothing apart from checking safety systems and valve operation “.

From small beginnings……..

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES started out from one man’s vision to save companies money whilst benefitting the environment. To give some background to this, compressed air is widely used across most of industry and it is estimated that 15% of the power generated in a country is reused to create compressed air. Berthold Koch was frustrated to see that most compressor condensate devices either worked inefficiently or wasted a significant amount of compressed air.

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES launches new website

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES announce the launch of their new website www.beko-technologies.co.uk that offers services, product news and information online. It includes a complete range of information from brochures, service manuals and photos.

The main features are:

The Best Just Got Better

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES are pleased to announce the launch of the new range of DRYPOINT RA compressed air refrigeration dryers with flow capacity from 20-9000m³/hr and pressure from 4-14 bar(g) and retaining the high inlet temperature capability of the existing range.

Oil Free Air or ISO 8573¬1 Oil Class 1 Users

BEKO Technologies are pleased to announce a new and we believe unique service to users of high quality compressed air. For the last 2 years BEKO Technologies have been selling the METPOINT OCV to customers who are required to have a regular inline monitoring of the residual hydrocarbon vapour in their compressed air stream. A number of customers have asked us for the possibility to measure multiple points in their systems several times a year and this makes a stationary system uneconomical. The solution is the Mobile METPOINT.

The device has multiple measuring modes and will measure the following parameters plus the flow through the device which is useful if the whole compressed air stream is being

• Residual oil content (in the form of vapour) in mg/m³

• Pressure dewpoint in ̊ Ctd

• Temperature in ° C

• Relative humidity in %

• Operating pressure in bar (g)

New appointment in the BEKO Service department

BEKO Technologies of Bromsgrove have appointed Chris Norris as Service Manager for the UK and Ireland. Chris is on his second tour of duty with BEKO having rejoined in 2009 to become Regional Sales Manager for the South. Chris has a strong compressed air background. He came through the CompAir BroomWade technical apprentice system and shortly after completion joined Domnick Hunter as a Product Support Engineer. Chris became Southern Regional Manager responsible for the South of England and the 6 service Engineers based there. Chris then worked and lived in Australia before returning to the UK. He has also worked with Compressor Distributors QASL and rejoined BEKO after a successful spell there.

The next big thing?

35 years ago the salesperson selling compressed air generation and treatment equipment had very few tools at his disposal. Many systems were oversized because there was no low cost means of deciding the size of the system so educated guesswork was the order of the day. The only scientific way to determine component sizes was to note all equipment consuming compressed air and then observe the cycles or take a usage factor ie if using a drill it is unlikely that the drill would be in constant use as the hole would normally be drilled to insert a screw or bolt. Even doing this usually led to a calculation which would oversize a system because the biggest sin would be to not have a system with adequate capacity. Air quality was poor relative to today.

Leding From the Front

Smarter compressed air management enables packaging specialists to wrap up savings worth over 30,000 € per annum.

When EnergAir and INOV undertook a comprehensive compressed air audit at Plastic Hebert’s plant in Orgelet, France, it was found that well over 20% of the energy used was being wasted. Despite appearing high, this figure is commonplace throughout many
industry sectors. Thankfully though, the compressed air specialists at EnergAir and INOV were able to quickly configure a solution that has
since reduced energy consumption by up to 40 Wh/Nm3 per year and is helping to save more than 30,000 € per annum.

BEKO Technologies increase stock holdings to include Activated Carbon

BEKO Technologies continue to strive for higher levels of customer service. During the recession which hit industry hard in 2008, BEKO Technologies decided that the only way to do more than just survive would be to increase the satisfaction of our customers and prospective customers when dealing with us.

BEKO Technologies UK are one of the first companies to be F Gas fully registered companies in the UK.

The EU Ozone Depletion Regulations have been amended and companies that employ engineers to work with refrigerants now require new qualifications that meet the full requirements of EC/303/2008 for RAC. This is referred to as “the F Gas Regulations”.

Our engineers completed a three day course consisting of a theory test and a practical exam to become certified.

At present less than a thousand engineers and consultants hold this qualification. By gaining this certification BEKO will be able to provide a full system survey on all refrigeration equipment as our engineers now hold the J11 F gas government accredited qualification.

BEKO will be able to audit any company on F Gas regulations and energy efficiency as an independent consultant.

Please contact the BEKO service department for more information on 01527 575778.

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES RANGE OF SPECIAL CONDENSATE DRAINS

BEKO Technologies are world leaders in condensate management, beyond our standard range of BEKOMAT’S BEKO Technologies offer a number of special condensate drains to suit applications that are not adequately covered by the other products in the market.

BEKOMAT explosion proof models with ATEX approval are designed for use in explosive, hazardous locations such as off shore, chemical plants and power plants to name a few.

The vacuum version of our BEKOMAT condensate drains have been designed specifically for the discharge of condensate or other fluids from vacuum
systems. Additionally, these condensate drains can also be used for technical processes under standard atmospheric conditions. They extend the scope of application of BEKOMAT devices to include pressure from 0.1 to 1.8 bar (abs).

Industry “thumbs up for “ METPOINT OCV.

BEKO TECHOLOGIES launched the METPOINT OCV device in 2009 to measure remaining oil vapour content in compressed air down to 0.001 mg/m3 or, in ISO8573-1 terms, better than Class 1. BEKO are now seeing the first results of the installations that have been made. In the first few installations BEKO received calls into their service department saying “this unit can’t be working properly!” A customer who has invested a great deal of money in a 100% oil free compressor is inevitably going to be disappointed even suspicious when his system readings are not what he believed that he would be seeing.

So what is happening? BEKO have examples of both oil free compressors and lubricated compressors with oil removal filtration giving cause for concern immediately after the installation of a METPOINT. The first example is of a pharmaceutical company checking their air quality direct from an oil free compressor. The initial readings were 0.01 ppm which meets ISO8573 Class 1 but is not what was expected from an oil free compressor. However the concern that the user had was that the readings fluctuated and at one point rose to 0.5 ppm. At this point the customer believed that the instrument was malfunctioning...nothing had changed in his system and therefore it “must” have been the instrument. In fact after investigation it was discovered that not only would the instrument readings vary from day to day depending on traffic density and prevailing winds but that the location of the storage and handling of lubricants on the site has to be given some thought as this affected the readings on the instrument.

Process safety without a bad aftertaste

In the daily use, there is usually considerable insecurity about the constant, reliable quality of process "oil-free" compressed air. For good reasons too, even oil-free compressors are not a 100% guarantee. In addition, the treatment downstream of the compressor is not always able to reduce the residual oil content in the system to the required degree. Finally, continuous monitoring is extremely difficult. Most companies using “oil free” compressed air have no idea how contaminant free it really is. In terms of process safety they “fly blind”

This applies, above all, to highly-sensitive applications where compressed air with a far lower residual oil content than specified for ISO 8573 - class 1 for technically oil-free compressed air is required, for example in medical technology, pharmaceutics, surface technology or in food processing. A general difficulty can develop into a real problem: the continuous monitoring and measurement of the – hopefully – extremely low residual oil content in the compressed air. After all, we are talking about values in the order of 0.003 mg oil introduction or less in one cubic metre of compressed air.

Mattei helps printing company save costs with energy efficient technology

Mattei helps printing company save costs with energy efficient technology
Following a data logging exercise to prove potential cost savings, compressor manufacturer Mattei has provided a marketing solutions company with a quiet, reliable and efficient compressor to power the company's printing presses.

Based in Worcestershire, marketing solutions company 4DM has been successfully trading for more than 20 years, offering digital printing and mailing services. Mattei had been servicing the company's old compressors, but these had started to become unreliable.

The third way

Oil free compressed air means...well what exactly does it mean? The output of an oil free compressor perhaps or could be ISO 8753 specified with the possibility to specify something better than Class 1 for Hydrocarbons. Another possibility is the compressed air taken from a lubricated machine and then treated to become “technically oil free” compressed air. Many will have an opinion on which is the best way of doing this but there has been no definitive answer.

BEKO Technologies offer a new method of producing oil free compressed air, the BEKOKAT system which is based on the Catalytic Converter method. We are pleased to report that the first unit installed has now run for more than 1 year trouble free with zero maintenance costs. The unit is running in a food factory in North Yorkshire and the only incident was a site power outage requiring a resetting of thermal protection.

BEKO Airstation Simulator

Your mission: Compressed air with a quality of 2.4.2 according to ISO standard 8573.1.

Check your understanding of compressed air components with the BEKO Airstation Simulator. BEKO now have an Airstation Simulator on the international website where you can arrange BEKO components so that the desired quality of compressed air can be achieved.
You can place the components by dragging them with the mouse pointer and drop them upon the desired position in the airline.

New extended Warranty From BEKO

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES Ltd are pleased to announce that from 1st April 2010 the DRYPOINT RA range of refrigeration dryers will come with a 3 year warranty as standard. Unlike other extended warranties the only condition that applies is that the dryer is installed and maintained to BEKO TECHNOLOGIES Ltd standard book recommendations and that the customer be able to provide proof of purchase of the spare parts detailed in the maintenance manuals.

Becoming a compressed-air expert through interactive e-Learning

Basic studies also for external participants: By means of an Internet-based training concept, BEKO TECHNOLOGIES enables knowledge transfer to its staff worldwide. The programmes of the online academy are also accessible now as an e-Learning course to non-BEKO personnel: an interactive knowledge pool, for engineers, universities, students, and compressed-air users.

Monique Abeels-Koch, head of the BEKO Academy and managing partner of BEKO TECHNOLOGIES GmbH, explains the central idea of the concept: "The purpose of the academy is to be able to learn independently anywhere in the world and at a time convenient to the learner."

British Compressed Air Society award for Michell

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) recognised Michell Instruments’ 10 years’ continuous membership of the organisation at their Prestigious Awards Lunch on 26th November. The award was accepted by Product Manager, Nick Malby, who represented Michell Instruments at the event.

Michell has many customers from the compressed air industry, and being active members of BCAS helps the company influence the society in matters that are important to their customers as well as keep up to date with the latest developments.

Oil vapour in compressed air – Safety via 24/7 process reliability

Even "oil-free" components and compressors are no guarantor for "oil-free" compressed air due to impurities in the ambient air / intake air. In most cases, a certain residual oil content cannot be entirely avoided.

Therefore precise monitoring of the oil vapour content on a constant and reliable basis is important. In particular in critical production processes such as those found in chemical and pharmaceutical industries, food production and surface engineering. The analysis and control of compressed-air quality is a crucial factor in avoiding costly lost production and product recall.

Everair GMBH becomes BEKO GMBH

Simultaneously with the change of name, BEKO TECHNOLOGIES GmbH becomes the principal shareholder of BEKO SYSTEMS GmbH. BEKO SYSTEMS GmbH will continue to act as an independent company with its own corporate management. Herbert Blauscheck is the former and the new general manager, filling this position since 1 May 2006.

The successful range of products and services of BEKO SYSTEMS GmbH also remains unchanged and will continue to represent an ideal supplement to the portfolio of BEKO TECHNOLOGIES GmbH, the parent company.

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES will now increasingly integrate the sales activities of its affiliated company into the optimally developed international BEKO sales and service network. With this, the compressed-air users and trading partners on all global markets will now benefit even more from the interconnected performance of both members of the Group.

The October edition of EMS magazine

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The October edition of EMS magazine is now available to read online in page turning digital format or PDF format. This edition contains articles on achieving best practice in condition monitoring and plant maintenance as well as the latest products, news and case studies.

BEKO and Airchannel Solve Problem For Imperial Tobacco

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BEKO Technologies have recently solved a major headache for Imperial Tobacco in Nottingham, England.The problem was caused when insurance inspectors condemned two old 10” flanged filters in the main plant room, the filters were in excess of 15 years old and suffered from significant corrosion.

However, simply replacing the filters with new standard items would have meant some fairly major and time consuming pipework alteration, and associated shut-down of the compressed air system. What was required were custom-made filters to fit precisely into the gap left by the old ones, which could therefore be exchanged in one shift, minimising downtime.

METPOINT- the new measurement standard from BEKO.

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Profitability is everything in a competitive environment. BEKO Technologies, the market leaders in compressed air technology, boast a comprehensive program of systems designed to save energy and improve efficiency in the application of compressed air.

From BEKO’s perspective, one of the key areas requiring attention in most production fa-cilities is the acquisition and analysis of data regarding compressed air use. Indeed, many plant managers are simply unaware of how much air is used or how much each cubic me-tre of air costs.

Airchannel provides clear benefits for Potters Ballotini

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To meet new requirements, Airchannel has installed a new CompAir L132 SR Rotary screw compressor at leading technical glassware producer, Potters Ballotini, part of the global Potters Industries group.

As the world leader in glass bead impact technology, Potters is continually developing and refining its manufacturing procedures to ensure consistently high quality glass spheres, which are tested to conform to every market specification.

BEKO wins compressed air contract

BEKO Technologies UK service department has recently won the contract to validate compressed air quality on all co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM’s) at a major aerospace company in Derby.

CMM’s are used to accurately measure manufactured components, vital in an industry such as aero-engines.

Each CMM is protected by a membrane or adsorption dryer, and the new contract involves regular site visits to check and service the dryers and ensure the CMM’s are given the very best quality of compressed air, which is vital for their accurate and reliable function. A complete air quality test is made on each CMM and a report issued to the customer.

Airchannel provides clear benefits for Potters Ballotini

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To meet new requirements, Airchannel has installed a new CompAir L132 SR Rotary screw compressor at leading technical glassware producer, Potters Ballotini, part of the global Potters Industries group. As the world leader in glass bead impact technology, Potters is continually developing and refining its manufacturing procedures to ensure consistently high quality glass spheres, which are tested to conform to every market specification.

The company recently installed a new bagging line at its Barnsley production facility to handle increased volumes and as a result the air consumption increased from 400 cubic feet per minute (CFM) to 800 CFM. To meet this need, and to maximise efficiency, a new compressed air solution was required.

E-Learning at BEKO

Condensation

BEKO Technologies is further extending its product range by launching their first e-learning course - “The Basics of Compressed Air Technology”. This innovative course is now available to all customers and partners, giving them the chance to share and benefit from BEKO’s vast experience in compressed air.

The course “Basics of Compressed Air Technology” gives an insight into compressed air from the end users point of view. It provides information about applications and their quality requirements as well as how compressed air is produced and distributed.

World premier of Bekomat 33

BEKOMAT 33

The new BEKOMAT 33 was presented for the first time at this year’s Hannover trade fair in Germany. With this new condensate drain BEKO further extends the range started with the 31 and 32 drains two years ago. These drains have been very well received by our customers, leading to demand for a larger device- hence the new 33.

All three drains in the range have the same basic innovative concept in common: The BEKO service module. This module contains all wearing parts in a corrosion resistant housing which is fitted in seconds- making service a doddle! On the 33 we find, in addition, a condensate receiver tank to cater for larger condensate output, and a larger valve orifice.

When changing the service unit the condensate tank remains in place attached to the compressed air system, meaning no time consuming de-coupling of solid pipework.

Every service unit is pressure and function tested at the BEKO factory for peace of mind, and requires no electrical installation other than unplugging the electrical housing and plugging it back in again once the drain is serviced- just like plugging in an electrical item at home!

The new BEKOMAT 33 joins the other drains in the BEKO range, of which more than 1.5 million have so far been sold around the world. Please contact BEKO for more details

The new Clearpoint compressed-air heater

Clearpoint Heizer

Expansion coldness results from quickly-expanding compressed air. This can lead to icing of valves and controllers, impairing the process reliability and profitability of compressed-air plants.

With the new Clearpoint compressed-air heater, the temperature of the leaving compressed-air can be adjusted between 30

Compressed air users, buying

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As part of the government Enhanced Capital Allowance ( ECA ) scheme, Parker domnick hunter energy saving compressed air drying products complete with Dewpoint Dependent Switching (DDS) have been added to the Energy Technology List ( ETL ) with effect from December 1st, 2008.

The ECA scheme for Energy Saving Technologies is a straightforward way for a business to improve its cash flow through accelerated tax relief, by encouraging investment in energysaving plant or machinery specified in the ETL which is managed by the Carbon Trust on behalf of the Government.

BEKO reacts to the increasing demand for refrigeration dryers

Drypoint RA dryers

BEKO reacts to the increasing demand for refrigeration dryers from industrial regions in the world

DATA LOGGING PROVES THE NEED FOR VARIABLE SPEED COMPRESSOR

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With Owamat 11, BEKO Technologies have extended its range of new generation Oil Water separators.

Owamat 11

Owamat11 can be used on compressors up to 230 m3/hr capacity- around double that of the existing Owamat 10, which remains in the line-up. The new model offers a cost effective solution for condensate treatment in one of the most popular compressor size ranges.Owamat 11 is structurally similar to the highly regarded Owamat 10, with the additional feature of a filter warning indicator. It is also possible to fit a heating system to this new model, as with all its larger stable mates.

Owamat is an oil-water separation system for dispersed condensates which has become a market leader and has recently enjoyed a complete re-engineering.

An Everdry dryer with a performance of 64,000 m

Everdry An Everdry dryer with a performance of 64,000 m

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UNDERSTANDING NEW FOOD GRADE REGULATIONS

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A detailed knowledge of the new Food Grade Compressed Air Code of Practice was a decisive factor in Airchannel being awarded the contract to supply equipment and expertise to Lees of Scotland for their modern confectionary factory in Coatbridge, Lanarkshire.While some compressed air suppliers have been confused by the introduction of the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) Food Grade Compressed Air Code of Practice, Airchannel

100% Oil Free Air Compressors

Speedy oil free compressors

Speedy Compressors, part of the Speedy Power Division, is committed to

BEKO Launch Air-Line Xtra piping System

BEKO Airline Xtra Piping Sysem Compressed air, a major source of industrial energy, is being used increasingly in both the manufacturing and process industries where its distinct advantages of cleanliness, flexibility, safety and economy of use, compared with other energy sources, are fully exploited.

Modern process equipment, pneumatic controls and instrumentation, however, demand a supply of clean, uncontaminated air and this has necessitated the development in recent years of more advanced designs of compressors and ancillary equipment.

Maintenance of the cleanliness of this air, from source right up to the point of use is obviously essential. Hence air mains and branch lines are also required to be of an advanced design.

BEKO Appoint New Customer Support Person

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When Reliability and Efficiency are Paramount

Walker Shortbread The Challenge: Walkers Shortbread has grown from strength to strength, with their products being sold in more than 60 countries over the world. The Company has built a new 70,000 ft factory to support its four existing Speyside factories, which last year manufactured over 50 million packets
shortbread.

The new facility needs a reliable, energy efficient air compressor system to power pneumatically operated bakery machinery and instrumentation. Airchannel

Sales Engineers Wanted

Airchannel logo Who are we looking for?
We're proud of all our staff and recruit the very best across the business. We believe that the calibre of our engineers truly sets us apart and we assure our customers of a first class service at all stages.

We're looking for talented, passionate individuals to join our UK-wide team. If you want to move your career forward and stand out from the crowd then we want to hear from you. Our business is centred around our customers and their satisfaction - join us and you'll operate as part of a cohesive team, building strong and long-lasting relationships with our customers.

We also believe strongly in job satisfaction and career enhancement with the ongoing professional development for all our employees. If you'd like to know more about the benefits of joining Airchannel why not drop us a line and we'll get right back to you.

Atlas Copco sets new industry standard for energy efficiency

efficient screw element Antwerp, Belgium, April 2, 2008. Atlas Copco has yet again proven its world leadership in air-compressor manufacturing with the introduction of the new GA range of oil-injected compressors. Every component in the new GA range has been carefully evaluated and designed to provide Atlas Copco

MEDBAC - Clinically Pure Breathable Air

Medpac The innovative Medbac breathing air control system (Medical Breathing Air Control) protects patients against impure compressed air and complies with the monitoring requirements of "Aer medicalis".

A stay in hospital can be a worrying experience. Many people find it particularly hard to depend on technical systems, such as the breathing air supply in an operating room or intensive care unit. The demands on the operation of the life-saving systems are correspondingly high. Therefore, the "European Pharmacopoeia" stipulates exact limit values for the composition of the so-called "Aer medicalis", meaning the compressed air which, in Medicine, is applied as breathing air.

MedBAC from Beko is a compressed air monitoring system which constanly observes the content and delivery of medical compressed air.

Special Dryers For Special Applications

Everdry FRP The Everdry product series from the compressed-air specialist Beko Technologies offers standard and bespoke solutions with numerous concepts and possibilities. The basis of the range is different standardised portfolios of heat-regenerated adsorption dryers.

Starting with the Everdry FRA in different sizes for volume flows of 600 to 20,000 m3/h. As a

Improved Compressed Air System Increases Efficiency and Saves Energy at an Industrial Bakery

Sara Lee Bakery Project Summary Sara Lee now has a better compressed air system at its industrial bakery , because of an energy efficiency project recently completed. Earlier, a pressure/flow controller had failed, causing a substantial decline in the compressed air system

Chergui Onshore Central Processing Facility - Instrument System

Skid mounted Compressed Air System Motivair Compressors Limited through their Technical Programmes operation at Brownhills in the West Midlands have successfully completed a triplex, skid mounted instrument compressed air system for installation and commissioning at the Thyna Petroleum Services project for onshore gas field processing facilities at Kerkennah Island, 30 km east of the city of Sfax, Tunisia, North Africa.

Motivair were contracted by Petrofac International based in Sharjah in the Arabian Gulf, via their UK office to design and engineer the project in 18 to 20 working weeks from receipt of the purchase order.

Motivair were able to complete the project on time and within budget to the complete satisfaction of both Petrofac International and the end user.

NO NEED TO DUMP COMPRESSOR CONDENSATE ILLEGALY

A new condensate separator, introduced by Condensate Systems Ltd, puts environmental compliance within the financial reach of all compressor users. The Sepura range represents a radically new approach to separator design, from a company with many years

Brenntag Oil & Gas cleans Total pipeline with compressed air and achieves a lower explosion level of

Refinnery in Vissingen Brenntag Oil & Gas Europe recently cleaned a 140 km / 60.96 cm crude transport line at Total Refinery in Vlissingen, The Netherlands, with N-SPEC

Bekomat 13 Condensate Drain

Bekomat Oil-free condensates and condensates from gas compressors are normally highly aggressive. However, they cannot attack the Bekomat 13 CO PN 40. The excellent corrosion resistance of the device is due to a 50 micron hard coating, which gives a ceramic structure to the surface of its aluminium housing.

The Bekomat 13 CO PN 40 condensate drain is designed for application with compressors up to 30 m

Oil Control Monitoring System

Oil Control For the first time ever, it is now possible to monitor the quality of compressed air by online measurement of the residual oil content.

Beko have introduced an oil control measuring system, Oil Control enables permanent monitoring of the oil content of the compressed air flow, either centrally or at individual points. The system measures down to 0.001 mg/m3 and is therefore suitable for use with the new food industry guidelines, as well as for medical and other critical applications.

The sensitivity of the sensor guarantees an early detection of any increase in the oil content, for example caused by failed filters. Consequential damage to machinery and products is thus successfully prevented, and the production medium

New Owamat Generation With Higher Performance

Owamat oil-water generation Compressed-air users know the problem: the legal regulations applying to the processing of unavoidably accumulating condensate are becoming ever more strict and comprehensive. Simultaneously, the costs need to remain within economically justifiable limits. Decentralised processing of condensates directly at the point of origin has therefore established itself as the most suitable and above all, the most-effective solution. This is exactly what the new Owamat oil-water separator generation made by Beko does better than ever before.

The completely new Owamat devices meet the legal requirements on the introduction of purified water into the municipal wastewater system. This has been confirmed by the national approval of the

New Everdry is a decisive factor in process reliability

Compressed air drying is a decisive factor for the process reliability in the production and for the operational reliability in compressed-air systems. Therefore, BEKO has offered a comprehensive program regarding compressed-air drying for many years. Amongst others, the cold-regenerated Drypoint AC adsorption dryers for volume flows up to 1500 m3/h are highly regarded. However, for some compressed-air users, this is not enough. With the heat-regenerated BEKO Everdry adsorption dryers for volume flows up to 20,000 m3/h (and more), Beko offers standardised system solutions for compressed-air drying on a grand scale.

Economtatics Relaunch Sprint

Economatics name is synonymous with the supply of Compressor and Pneumatics products and services. This has been the core of its business for 40 years

TRANSAIR

Legris An obvious first step towards cost saving when producing compressed air might be to instal the most economical compressor for the job. But that is only a part of the story. Moving from traditional galvanised steel to Legris

Dewpoint Measuring Device

Dewpoint Measuring Device Dew point measuring devices detect the formation of moisture in compressed air systems

Oil-free Rotary Screw Compressors

Oil Free Compressor DH Series
DH Series - A Reliable and Efficient Heart
At the heart of the compressor is an innovative single screw compression element, featuring a single main rotor with 6 flutes meshing with a pair of 11 tooth gate rotors, that is proven in thousands of installations.

Compression takes place in two chambers above and below the main rotor, as a result compression loads are balanced and bearing loads are significantly reduced. The low bearing loads extend compression element life and significantly reduce lifetime operating costs.

Water injected into the compression element provides lubrication, sealing and cooling. The superior cooling properties of water allows the compressor to operate at a low temperature providing near isothermal compression, low power consumption and class leading efficiency levels. A reverse osmosis membrane cartridge filters the injection water entering the compressor; as a result the water is always maintained at a high purity level.

Precision Chilled Water

Designed specifically for industry, Hyperchill is the new range of precision water chillers by Hiross.

The range covers cooling capacities from 2 to 360 kW. Each model is designed for safe and reliable operation, whatever the working conditions.

Industrial processes are very diverse by nature: consequently flexibility to satisfy all industrial applications is a main feature of Hyperchill.

Thanks to sophisticated technical solutions and an extensive range of accessories, Hyperchill operates continuously and efficiently whatever the conditions. All models standardly accept water inlet temperatures up to 30

BEKO Now Offer Air Testing

F3000 In an extension to our existing range, BEKO now offer an on-site air testing service. Using state of the art equipment, we are able to test for Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, water and oil content.

This service is particularly useful in breathing air applications, where a testing regime is required, but can also be useful to double check the performance of dryers and filtration in air used for other applications. We also offer dewpoint and Relative Humidity testing.

Detection parameters of EN12021 1998 are met or exceeded using our equipment, and we offer a nationwide service.

End users are becoming ever more aware of the requirement to regularly monitor air quality in order to comply with best practice. BEKO offer the air testing service to them, and also via our dealer network.

Please contact your BEKO Regional Sales Manager for more details.

COMPRESSED AIR TREATMENT USING CATALYST TECHNOLOGY

A constant supply of oil free compressed air with a barely detectable max, residual oil content of 0.003 milligram per cubic metre - this is what the new catalyst system from compressed air specialist BEKO Technologies is able to deliver.

A constant supply of oil-free compressed air with a barely detectable max. residual oil content of 0.003 milligram per cubic metre - this is what the new catalyst system from compressed air specialist BEKO Technologies is able to deliver.

With this high level of efficiency, the BEKOKAT devices can sail past the stringent oil content stipulations of DIN EN8573-1/ ISO 8573-1, class 1. At the same time, the new catalytic principle breaks down the technical and economic barriers that are usually intrinsic to conventional compressed air treatment, especially when concerned with applications with extremely high quality requirements.

Atlas Copco Airpower celebrates 50 years of success

2006-10-24

Stockholm, Sweden, October 24, 2006: This year marks 50 years since Atlas Copco made a major expansion of its compressor business and accelerated its journey towards worldwide leadership in compressed air. It is also 50 years since Atlas Copco took its current name.

In 1956, Atlas Diesel acquired compressor specialist, Arpic Engineering SA, Antwerp, Belgium. The same year, Atlas Diesel took its present-day name, Atlas Copco, an abbreviation of Compagnie Pneumatique Commerciale, thereby highlighting the company

Atex Compressors

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Air quality testing services including tunnel ventilation, compressed and breathing air. We supply Atex compressors and blown fibre products

Factair produces a range of specially customised portable and fixed installation compressors for use in hazardous areas. And they have been offering the wondrous range of robust products since 1976. Experience counts, and customer keep coming back to Factair for its quality of products. The simple example is the vast range of Atex compressors in the offering. These ingeniously designed Atex compressors come with an affordable price tag and the best part is that they are user-friendly.

Breathing Air

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Air quality testing services including tunnel ventilation, compressed and breathing air. We supply Atex compressors and blown fibre products

When it comes to offering products that offer breathing air Factair tops the list. Confined Space Ventilation to BA filtration cabinets, Factair has a wide array of breathing air products that suit every possible need. The success of Factair breathing air products is that it is made of state-of-the-art materials with great attention to detail. Plus Factair product includes everything that you expect from breathing air products.

TurboScrew compressor assists with Antarctic research

Compair News United Kingdom >>

A TurboScrew compressor from CompAir has been used to assist The Alfred Wegener Institute with seismic exploration in the Antarctic. Capable of operating at temperatures as low as -30°C, The C250TS-12 compressor uses up to 26% less diesel than conventional mobile compressors, and has allowed the research team to benefit from reduced operating costs and extended [...]

CompAir’s new high-pressure TurboScrew compressors take the pressure out of fuel costs

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Bauma 2010, stand number B3.221.322 At Bauma 2010, CompAir will launch its new, fuel-efficient range of three high-pressure portable compressors, designed to deliver up to 26% energy savings. Called the C230TS-17, C210TS-21 and C200TS-24, the new units are the latest addition to CompAir’s proven TurboScrew C series. Weighing in at less than 3500 kg, the units can [...]

Jaguar drives down energy costs with CompAir compressors

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Jaguar has worked with CompAir to upgrade the compressed air networks at its West Midlands-based plants; using an ongoing programme of energy audits to reduce air power consumption by 26% per annum with a maximum two years’ payback at each site. In order to calculate the energy savings that could be achieved with a new compressed [...]

Compact compressors are built to last

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir launches new L07-L11 range CompAir has launched a new 7 to 11 kW range of oil-lubricated screw compressors designed to deliver high reliability with low service and installation costs. The machines are ideal for smaller production processes that require a dependable and constant source of high-quality air, as product manager Richard Hilton explains: “For many operators, it [...]

CompAir gets the industry talking at Air-Tech 2010

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Compressor manufacturer, CompAir is proud to be the official seminar sponsor of Air-Tech 2010, the compressed air industry’s dedicated exhibition for plant professionals. Commenting on the significance of the show, CompAir UK managing director, Colin Mander said, “In just four years, Air-Tech has grown to be an important event in the compressed air industry calendar and [...]

BEKO AIRSTATION SIMULATOR

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NEW EXTENDED WARRANTY FROM BEKO

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Becoming a compressed-air expert through interactive e-Learning

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BEKO AT AIRTECH 2010

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Stay in control of your compressed air

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Compressor performance has a key role to play in the overall cost efficiency and productivity of a process or plant. Many operators naturally look to improve this performance by installing compressor controllers to manage all of the machines in the network. Here, Richard Hilton, product manager from CompAir examines some of the typical issues faced by plant [...]

Video C250TS-12 TurboScrew

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Gardner Denver (CompAir) MD appointed as new BCAS president

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Colin Mander, managing director for Gardner Denver (CompAir) UK and Ireland, has been appointed as the new president of the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) – in a special year that marks the society’s 80th anniversary as the UK’s sole trade body for suppliers and users of compressed air equipment. Colin was officially welcomed to his [...]

CompAir lowers energy costs at world’s oldest brewery

Compair News United Kingdom >>

A variable speed, oil-free compressor from CompAir has helped the world’s oldest brewery to achieve a 30% reduction in its compressed air energy costs. Established by the Benedictine monks of Weihenstephan Abbey in 1040, the Weihenstephan brewery in Freising near Munich produces a wide range of premium quality wheat beers. The brewery aims to manufacture with the [...]

CompAir extends the L-RS range of regulated speed compressors from 7.5kW to 250kW

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir has extended its portfolio of regulated speed rotary screw compressors to offer a complete range of energy efficient machines from 7.5kW to 250kW. Using the same product platform as its fixed speed units, CompAir now offers a comprehensive choice of compressors to suit the application; using its advanced oil-injected screw technology already proven in thousands [...]

CompAir provides missing link at Astrum foundry

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Two regulated-speed compressors from CompAir have helped Astrum, a steel components manufacturer, to cut its compressed air energy costs by more than a half and increase productivity at its foundry in County Durham. Astrum was able to benefit from an interest-free loan from the Carbon Trust to fund the installation, thanks to the high energy efficiency [...]

CompAir lightens energy costs with upgrades to SmartAir range

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir has strengthened its proven compressor controller range with the addition of the SmartAir Lite and a new visualisation package for the SmartAir Master, allowing greater opportunities for users to achieve the highest levels of efficiency and system management. SmartAir Lite Designed to intelligently control up to 4 fixed speed compressors, the SmartAir Lite ensures the most [...]

Quantima range goes from strength to strength

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Compressed air manufacturer, CompAir has extended its range of innovative Quantima compressors with the launch of a new, lower-pressure model suitable for blower-type applications. Capable of operating at 3 to 5 bar, the Q-70L expands on the existing 5 to 8 bar models in the Quantima range. It is suitable for applications where a high volume [...]

CompAir helps Jaguar drive through energy savings with Quantima compressors

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Just six months after installing new Quantima compressors from CompAir, Jaguar Land Rover’s (Jaguar) Castle Bromwich plant is on target to achieve annual electricity savings in the region of 3 million kWh, with a payback on return on investment within two years. Two Quantima compressors, a Q-52 and a smaller Q-43 model are installed in the [...]

New management appointments for CompAir

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir/Gardner Denver has announced the appointment of Colin Mander to the newly-created post of Aftermarket Sales Director across the whole of Europe, Middle East and Africa. This promotion follows Colin’s three years as Managing Director of CompAir in the UK. Commenting on his aims for the new role, Colin said, “For our customers, [...]

Gardner Denver (CompAir) at Air-Tech 2012

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At Air-Tech 2012, compressor manufacturer Gardner Denver is showcasing technologies from its leading compressor brands over four separate stands, including the launch of its brand new 22 to 30 kW range of CompAir variable speed compressors – the first time the new models will be exhibited in the UK. Commenting on the significance of the show [...]

Time to switch to oil-free

Compair News United Kingdom >>

New website from CompAir showcases the benefits of oil-free air compressors. At a time when budgets are under constant scrutiny, organisations are naturally seeking new savings and efficiencies across their plant operations. To help manufacturers achieve these savings, CompAir has launched a new oil-free product website for compressed air users. Building on the company’s commitment to improving performance [...]

A paradigm can be shifted

When a plant engineer has to purchase a compressed air dryer his first thought will be what dewpoint is required. This will then depend on the application; specifications of machinery using compressed air will guide the engineer as will codes of practice such as BRC/BCAS for the Food Industry. If a negative dewpoint is required then a desiccant dryer will be selected. The genre is likely to be well known to the engineer and will attract a significant capital and running cost particularly if a lower capital cost heatless dryer is selected. However the solution is classic and cannot be faulted. The alternative scenario is for the positive dewpoint at typically +2º C and again the engineer will know that a refrigeration type dryer will handle this application with relatively low capital and running cost but that he must take care not to have pipework going below the dewpoint temperature.

There is a third solution which is mostly ignored or perhaps is not fully understood. This is the membrane type dryer and BEKO TECHNOLOGIES offer their DRYPOINT M range of membrane dryers alongside their EVERDRY and DRYPOINT RA, desiccant and fridge dryers. Steve Riley, General Manager of BEKO TECHNOLOGIES in the UK and Ireland comments “I was amazed at how many DRYPOINT M’s were being sold when I joined the company. A little research told me that 20,000 units had been sold since launch, in the UK alone. I could guess that many purchasers were “Original Equipment Manufacturers” because the main benefit I had in my mind was the very small footprint. I knew also that some compressor manufacturers had a packaged unit which included a membrane dryer but I couldn’t for the life of me guess the diversity of applications”.

He was correct in his thinking but later researches told him that there were very good reasons for engineers to select DRYPOINT M just on overall cost. This needs some explanation as what tends to put most engineers off is waste and it is a fact that membrane dryers lose a quantity of compressed air in purge loss. However this is not fixed and BEKO’s sales people have software which enables the choice of a low capital cost, higher purge loss unit or a higher capital cost and lower purge loss unit of energy cost is important (and when isn’t it). Riley comments again “I don’t think anyone will be too surprised to know that one of the other statistics I wanted to understand quickly was what maintenance revenue I would get from all these units. It was an unbelievable numberNothing, £0 and it is not a short lived product that if a problem should occur it is more economical to throw it away. It is possible to destroy the membrane by having too much liquid ingress but BEKO’s experience and design team have produced a dryer with close coupled separator and drain to protect against this eventuality.” In fact there are no wearing or replaceable parts.

NEWS FROM BEKO TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED OCTOBER 2011 Added benefits through added performance

At BEKO, our interaction with the customer does not end with the provision of high quality products and solutions. We also offer comprehensive services, such as the cleaning and maintenance of your compressed air plant, volume flow, pressure and leak measurements, and online calculation tools for the efficient planning of your compressed air system.

Our service portfolio also includes interactive learning, acquainting you with the most important aspects of compressed air technology. Our technical services include:

Roberts Mart turns to BEKO to solve condensate problems

Roberts Mart is a leading flexible packaging manufacturer based in Leeds. Formed in 1852 it is a family business which has a strong emphasis on technical capability. Roberts Mart offers all types of print packaging and has a wealth of experience across the board in their metier.

Wm G Search is a nationally known company involved in portable building hire to industry and event, effluent removal and compressed air to name just some of their activities. Search’s compressed air division has 60 years experience of providing equipment and service to local companies.

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES launches new website

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES announce the launch of their new website www.beko-technologies.co.uk that offers services, product news and information online. It includes a complete range of information from brochures, service manuals and photos.

Compact Flow Sensors from BEKO Technologies

Energy costs are high and set to go even higher. The beleaguered factory manager has to try to mitigate the impact of this together with all the other issues of the day that face him or her. Most companies addressed the problem that given 3 compressors 1 was just feeding the leaks in a campaign style activity...end of story...no sadly the leaks will come back or occur in other locations for a variety of reasons such as airline contamination, lack of maintenance just to mention a couple of the many.

BEKO Technologies launch new range of filters

BEKO Technologies have launched an upgraded version of their CLEARPOINT filter range. The CLEARPOINT 3E filter elements with 3E being “Energy Efficient Element” covers the range 35-34680 m³/hr at 7 bar with high pressure variants available up to 500 bar.

The innovative new element together with flow optimisation and corrosion protected housings mean that CLEARPOINT offers reliable filtration at significantly reduced operating costs.

The new elements are constructed without binding agents. The new medium, micro-fine borosilicate fibres are thermally fused The high number of fibres with smaller diameter ensures a finer fibre structure giving a separation surface 4 times larger than conventional media and also with a larger void volume.

Pilkington Automotive save over £25,000 per year on energy and maintenance costs with HPC Compressed Air Systems.

Pilkington Automotive is one of the world's largest suppliers of automotive glazing products and operates 39 facilities in 17 countries worldwide.

A recent HPC compressed air installation at Pilkington Automotive Ltd in Kings Norton, Birmingham, England, not only supplies compressed air at two widely differing pressures to different manufacturing applications, but also enables the high pressure system to back up the low-pressure system in the event of pressure drop. Designed by HPC and its Authorised Distributor Compressed Air Services Ltd of Birmingham, the new system is saving over £25,000 per year on energy and maintenance costs.

Britvic plant reduces compressed air generation costs by 30% and achieves annual carbon saving of 772 tonnes.

A recently completed energy efficiency improvement programme at the Britvic Beckton bottling plant has resulted in substantial energy savings and a positive impact on the company’s carbon emissions allocation.

BEKO Technologies engineers now have F-Gas certification

BEKO Technologies are pleased to announce that all our UK Service personnel have been successful in gaining the full qualifications for the safe handling of refrigerants. J11-F Gas Cat1.

Germ & Oil free Compressed Air Form BEKO

BEKO Technologies have received certification from the GFPS (which translates as the Society for Production Hygiene and Sterility) for the production of amicrobic compressed air using the BEKOKAT catalytic converter which has a principle function of removing hydrocarbons from compressed air.

The test equipment was a BEKOKAT CC-060 with a CLEARPOINT superfine filter and a DRYPOINT RA refrigeration dryer. Measurements were carried out in front of the BEKOKAT, after the BEKOKAT and the CLEARPOINT filter and after the CLEARPOINT and the DRYPOINT RA dryer.

The test used Bacillus Atrophaeus ATCC 9732 spores. The sampling was performed according to ISO 8573-7 “Compressed Air-Part 7: Test method for viable microbiological contaminant content, issue 2003-05.

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES UK EXPANSION COMPLETED

BEKO Technologies UK has now completed the expansion of its site in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.

BEKO Technologies for “Big Air”

The setting up of BEKO Systems was important to the BEKO group because it gave the company capability in very large dryers up to 20,000m³ /hr. The product range which is the “EVERDRY” range of heat regenerated adsorption dryers goes to the 20,000 m³ /hr stated but the company has the capability to provide solutions tailor made to customers’ needs beyond this figure.

Condition-oriented maintenance of adsorption dryers

A new test method offers maximum operational safety at lowest costs
By Horst Singer

The days of estimated and approximate values will soon be over as far as desiccant management in compressed air processing is concerned. A new test method will soon be ready to substitute the previously more reactive proceedings regarding the maintenance of large adsorption dryers.

Adsorption dryers
Continuously operating tin column adsorption dryers function according to the dynamic adsorption principle, meaning that the compressed air to be dried flows through a desiccant bed. During this process, the moisture is removed from the compressed air. As the capacity of the desiccant is limited, the compressed air flow is redirected to the regenerated vessel prior to full saturation. The adsorption vessels have a changeover function to allow the continuous supply of dried compressed air to the points of consumption.

There is always one adsorption vessel available for the drying process. The adsorption vessel loaded with moisture will be reactivated. The activation period (regeneration) is always shorter than the loading time of the service vessel.
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Mattei Maxima 75kW motor reduces energy usage

Rotary vane compressor manufacturer Mattei has helped yarn manufacturer Autofil to reduce energy usage in its Nottingham facility by upgrading its compressed air equipment.
Autofil manufactures a range of yarns primarily used for car seating fabrics.
Part of this process involves operation of the dye house to colour the fabrics, which runs 24/7.

The processes within the dye house require compressed air to be provided at a pressure of seven bar.

The Benefits of vane technology

Though modern vane and screw compressors were both largely developed during the 1960s and 1970s

Oil-vapour monitoring system METPOINT® OCV from BEKO now TÜV-certified.

In 2009, after intensive research and market-based experience, BEKO TECHNOLOGIES launched a newly-developed oil-vapour measuring device within the scope of the METPOINT measurement technology product range: METPOINT® OCV. This system has now been certified by TÜV Nord in accordance with the requirements of ISO 8573-1, classes 1 to 4.

"METPOINT® OCV is the first online system for the detec-tion of the oil vapour content in compressed air worldwide, which can boast a certificate from an independent accredited institution", says BEKO product manager Roland Dunker. "The process to certify the system took one year, in close co-operation with TÜV Nord. BEKO has every reason to be proud of this commendation, as it means safety for our customers and potential buyers through an internationally approved standard."

Economy Meets Ecology

Many people are becoming increasingly aware of the challenges of reducing wasting of energy, and are worried about CO2 emissions. BEKO has a new tool on our international website to find out how economy can meet ecology.

Compressed air is the most expensive carrier of energy. It is good to know some facts about energy costs. Reducing air leaks is one of the easiest to implement and the one with the highest potential contribution of all energy saving measures. Our calculator will give you an idea of savings that can be achieved just by fitting a BEKOMAT zero air-loss drain.

Meet your legal obligation with Bekocheck

BEKO have worldwide experience in the removal and treatment of condensate from compressor systems, enabling it to be disposed of safely. The OWAMAT Oil/ Water Separators and BEKOMAT Automatic Drain traps are central to this impressive track record.

That's why we believe that no-one is better placed to understand the importance of all relevant statutory obligations including the Water Resources Act 1991. Everyone operating a compressed air system has to ensure that unacceptable levels of oil contaminated condensate are not discharged to the sewer and river system. BEKO have an extensive range of oil/ water separators and condensate drains to help you meet your legal obligation.

We have introduced BEKO CHECK a quick on-the-spot examination of your compressor installation. This gives a clear indication of whether you are operating within the legal requirements and what needs to be done if you are not. We can also provide an engineer to install equipment should you decide to place an order with BEKO.

BEKO Improve website.

BEKO TECHNOLOGIES have recently made some changes to their website to improve and make it easier for you to download documents.
On our homepage we provide a huge range of documents that are available for download. There are many different files from operating manuals, brochures, photos to certificates and application reports.

Where as before these files were found on different pages, they are now on one page offering a selection program to help you locate the file you are looking for easily. You just need to select the product/ topic, the type of document you are looking for and the language, the website will then provide you with a list of documents, just select the one you are after and download.

BEKO continuously strive to improve and make changes for the better.

BEKO Extends the Metpoint measurement series

According to BEKO TECHNOLOGIES, operators of compressed-air plants will in the future concentrate intensively on the increase in efficiency via more precise and faster data acquisition and analyses.

With the METPOINT range of products, BEKO offers an innovative measurement technology for all aspects regarding the operation of a compressed-air plant to prospective customers.

Food-grade compressed air for the sweet side of life

Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co. KG, Waldenbuch, Germany, is family-owned in the third generation, and every family has its traditions... For almost 100 years, the Ritter family has kept a sweet secret- The recipe for success is to produce good chocolate: "square, practical, good". Their chocolate range, Ritter Sport, is now sold in about 90 different countries.

Optimisation of the production processes in the Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co.KG required an improvement in compressed air quality. The problem was clearly defined: Com-pressed air for the pneumatic handling of cereals, cocoa powder and other primary matters in the production of chocolate had to be in accordance with the strict requirements of the HACCP concept. This concept is a preventive system which ensures the safety of food for consumers. Developed in 1959 in the USA for NASA. Under German law, HACCP became a constituent part of the Food Hygiene Ordinance in 1998. In the EU, it came into effect in 2006, together with the new hygiene regula-tions package.

Innovative solutions and a competent implementation were in demand.
The safest way to prevent clumping in the conveyor pipes, and microbial growth in the product is compressed air which is processed to a pressure dew point of -40 °C. Therefore, an adsorption dryer was the central component of the system. The BEKO processing and system experts convinced the customer with a system solution of fully aligned quality products. The central module being a heat-regenerated adsorption dryer of the EVERDRY© FRA-V 3400 C type. The function of the FRA-V series require no compressed air, either for the desorption process nor for subsequent cooling of the heated desiccant (ZERO PURGE). Therefore, 100% of the compressed-air volume flow at the inlet of the system is available for the application

EVERDRY – the concept
Aligned system components form a clear compact unit: a CLEARPOINT© pre-filter with a BEKOMAT© 14 condensate drain. A heat-regenerated adsorption dryer of the EVER-DRY© FRA-V 3400 C type. A water-cooled heat exchanger for the pre-reduction of the compressed-air temperature. An EVERSORP© EC 2600 oil vapour adsorber to ensure the required freedom from oil contamination. A CLEARPOINT© after filter for the separation of particles. Finally, sterile filtration prior to introduction into the com-pressed-air system. Permanent monitoring of the residual oil content in the com-pressed air is implemented with measurement technology made by BEKO.

Top Safety Accreditation for BEKO

BEKO Technologies, the compressed air specialists is one of the latest group of successful companies to join a leading edge scheme, designed to help industry improve its safety record.

The Bromsgrove based firm recently received accreditation from SAFEcontractor, a programme which recognises very high standards of health and safety practise amongst UK contractors.

BEKO is principally involved in compressed air treatment solutions. BEKO has developed, manufactured and sold high-quality, reliable and efficient components and systems for compressed air processing and condensate technology.

KEEPING THE PRESSES ROLLING AT THE WORLD’S BIGGEST PRINTING PLANT

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The world's biggest printing plant is operated by News International, publishers of The Times, Sunday Times, News of the World and the Sun newspapers, and owned by media magnate Rupert Murdoch.

The £650 million investment features 12 state-of-the-art colour printing presses, which cover an area the size of around 13 football pitches. As part of the project a complete compressed air solution, which included a dedicated moisture free air system for the sophisticated Agfa computer-to-plate (CTP) presses, was designed, supplied and installed by Airchannel.

Condensate Replacement.

Auto drain

PMJ International, the one stop shop for all your compressed air needs have two special offers for September for EMS readers. Any timed automatic drain ¼” ⅜” ½” port size in any voltage 24v 110v 240V only £23.50 each! (Please quote E09 when ordering). All orders over £300.00 will be delivered CARRIAGE FREE.

PMJ International has over 30 years experience in supplying a comprehensive and ever expanding range of genuine and alternative compressor and vacuum parts for most of the worlds leading manufacturers.

Space-saving and powerful: New membrane dryer version

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The DRYPOINT® M PLUS membrane dryers with an integrated nanofilter made by BEKO TECHNOLOGIES, Neuss, Germany, have proven themselves particularly useful when employed downstream of compressors (in satu-rated compressed air which is warmer than the ambient air).

However, there have up to now been restrictions regarding the employment of the DRYPOINT® M PLUS standard dryer, primarily in plant construction or in mobile sys-tems because of the limited installation height in certain applications.
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Airchannel ensures compressor users pass written exam

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To ensure customers can immediately comply with current regulations, Airchannel, the UK’s leading independent compressed air specialist, is providing an integrated Written Scheme of Examination (WSE) as part of its complete service.

On installation of a new compressed air system or new equipment being added to an existing installation, users are required to have a WSE in accordance with Regulation 8 of the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations, SI 2000 No. 128, before the system can be legally operated.

Cut out the waiting with the MDM300 Advanced Dew-point Hygrometer

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Michell Instruments’ MDM300 advanced dew-point hygrometer can save engineers weeks of waiting time each year.

Recent research into the operation of Michell Instruments’ ceramic sensor technology has helped the MDM300 provide faster measurements. Dew points as low as -70°C can now be measured accurately in less than 10 minutes – faster in many cases. This super-fast response does not rely on the sensor being dried by a desiccant, which means that every measurement is fast – not just the first of the day – allowing for many more measurements to be taken each day.

Airchannel launches new compressed air payment solution

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To help businesses cope with the current tough economic conditions, Airchannel Limited is launching PaySmart, a new way of financing a company’s compressed air needs. As well as new equipment, PaySmart covers the fitting of new pipework and ancillaries along with full installation.

Subject to the package selected, it is backed by a regular programme of maintenance and free on site breakdown cover with a four-hour response time. It allows customers to obtain the latest technology at a fixed cost that is spread equally over between three and five years, avoiding a high capital outlay, and benefits from full tax relief.

Everything in a box

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More and more often, industrial applications expect mobility and flexibility from compressed-air processing. For example for the employment at different sites or outdoors. A solution to that is the installation of complete compressed-air stations in transportable sea containers. These mobile performance centres make special demands on the technology applied, in particular as far as compressed-air drying is concerned.

A company which recognised the growing need for mobile compressed-air stations particularly early is Karl Uhl GmbH in Bochum, Germany. For 80 years now already, the experts from the Ruhr area have operated as wholesalers and service providers of compressed-air technology.

Massive improvement for sensitive applications

Bekokat

Until now, absolutely oil-free compressed air for sensitive applications could only be produced using relatively costly, often interconnected compressor- and filter-based technology.

In many cases not entirely re-liably. Now a newly developed and effective catalysis method and an extremely reliable residual-oil monitoring system point the way to the future of permanent high-quality compressed-air processing and moni-toring.

With new technologies towards absolutely oil-free compressed air

the Bekokat system

Until now, absolutely oil-free compressed air for sensitive applications could only be produced using relatively costly, often interconnected compressor- and filter-based technology. In many cases not entirely reliably. Now a newly developed and effective catalysis method and an extremely reliable residual-oil monitoring system point the way to the future of permanent high-quality compressed-air processing and monitoring.

In numerous fields of application, class 1 compressed air which, according to DIN ISO 8573-1, is technically oil-free, is far from clean enough. In accordance with this guide-value classification, the maximum oil content (including oil vapour) must not exceed 0.01 mg/m

Richard Spires, General Manager of BEKO Technologies Ltd outlines his thoughts on Oil-free compresse

Richard Spires

One of the big challenges in the current compressed air market is how to monitor stringent new guidelines on compressed air quality. With the launch of OILCONTROL, BEKO TECHNOLOGIES have a powerful new tool which can aid the end user to check the quality of his compressed air.

BEKO have many years experience in manufacturing solutions for clean and dry compressed air; they sell dryers in membrane, adsorption and refrigeration formats and are highly respected the world over.

Clearpoint

Clearpoint V

With the considerably extended and refined range of Clearpoint V activated carbon adsorbers, compressed-air specialist Beko Technologies now reinforces the system concept of integrated compressed-air processing.As guarantors for an extremely high compressed-air quality with a maximum residual-oil content of only 0.003 mg/m

Boge serves up energy savings to catering equipment manufacturer

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As part of a company wide energy drive, Victor Manufacturing has realised 48% energy savings per annum on their compressed air related energy costs by installing an energy efficient Boge SLF40 frequency controlled screw compressor.

Victor Manufacturing is a leading commercial catering equipment manufacturer. At their manufacturing site in Bradford an extensive range of food service equipment is manufactured which is used by all kinds of organisations such as hotels, restaurants, hospitals and universities to move, store and serve hot and cold foods.

1.5 Million Condensate Drains Sold

BEKOMAT 1.5

The principle that revolutionised compressed-air processing. Now, this technology is standard worldwide. With a total of 1.5 million of units sold since its presentation in 1982, the electronically level-controlled BEKOMAT condensate drain has now reached a further international record.

Developed more than 25 years ago by BEKO Technologies GmbH, Neuss, the compressed-air specialist and system provider, BEKOMAT is regarded as the most effective, efficient, process-reliable and profitable condensate drain around. With the record of 1.5 million sold systems now reached, BEKOMAT from BEKO also proves to be the consistently most successful system of its type for original and retrofit equipment. The BEKOMAT series cracked the sales record of one million only just under three years ago.

Increased efficiency from Boge

Boge CD and CDF series screw compressors

Continual product development at Boge Compressors has led to improved efficiency of the Boge CD and CDF series screw compressors with further enhancement of the built-in refrigerant dryer.The built-in refrigerant dryer in the CD and CDF series screw compressors now also includes a cyclone separator and two condensate drains as standard.

The cyclone separator removes water from the compressed air to ensure only saturated air enters the dryer. The first condensate drain efficiently removes the condensate from the cyclone separator and the second condensate drain installed in the dryer removes the condensate from the drying process.
The enhanced refrigerant dryer design also benefits the compressor cooling system.

Airchannel Announces Energy Efficient L90 Compressor

L90 kW to 132 kW oil-injected screw compressors

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Atlas Copco

NG Nitrogen Generators

Already recognised for its innovative dual output compressed air/nitrogen technology, Atlas Copco now offers its new NG series of advanced nitrogen generators to provide a continuous, reliable secure and independent source of on-site nitrogen generation at the lowest possible cost for a broad spectrum of industry applications.

Whether in chemical manufacturing, electronics, laser cutting or food processing and packaging, a dependable supply of nitrogen is crucial to the many production industries which regard nitrogen as the fourth utility after gas, electricity and water.

Based on Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology, Atlas Copco

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Ingersoll Rand Compressed Air System Automation

Ingersol Rand Compressor Ingersoll Rand has launched a new range of compressed air system control products.

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The new dimension of process reliability for compressed-air users

The new dimension of process reliability for compressed-air users: the Oil Control residual-oil monitoring system alerts air users to any increase in the concentration of contaminants in the compressed-air flow during operation, online and with high precision.

Compressed air contaminated by oil is the horror of every compressed-air user. Depending on the application, there is a risk for production plant, the environment, or even for health. In the majority of cases, some residual oil content cannot totally be avoided, but needs to be monitored to ensure recommended levels aren

The new F4000 and F4001 units

F4000 Factair, the market leader in breathing-air quality testing instruments, will be launching its latest generation of instruments at this year

Tea Specialist Selects Nitrogen Generator

Airchannel pic The Challenge: When Ringtons, the family owned specialists of high quality teas and coffees, decided to cost effectively satisfy their nitrogen gas requirements for their modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) they turned to the Newton Aycliffe branch of Airchannel for expert advice on the best nitrogen generator to buy.

Airchannel

Energy Recovery System

Energy Recovery More than ever, businesses and the general public want the same thing

Ingersoll Rand air system guidance-Intelligent Survey Audit

compressed Air Audit In the medical community, prescription without diagnosis is known as malpractice. In compressed air, a solution without problem definition is guessing. Everyday, facilities personnel commit compressor malpractice by responding to a symptom instead of
discovering the real problem. A symptom may be low air pressure,which is certainly a problem to production, but the root cause of the low air pressure could be any number of reasons.

That

A Catalytic Converter For Pure Compressed Air

Bekokat Compressed-air processing at its finest: oil-free and dry, compressed-air class 1 and better. Produced in a single process step after compression. Bekokat, the innovative catalysis method for compressed-air processing by Beko Technologies, makes it possible.

One single system for complete compressed-air de-oiling, with pure water as condensate, which may be discharged directly into the foul sewer. With Bekokat, Beko technologies, has made a big step forward. We are talking about a catalytic system which has been developed and optimised specifically for the total oxidation of hydrocarbons in compressed air. Association of the name used in the automotive industry is deliberate. Because everybody has already heard of catalytic converters for petrol and diesel engines. Here, contaminants in the waste gas, in particular hydrocarbons, are combusted to carbon dioxide and water vapour.

Bekokat technology now also makes good use of this principle for compressed air. In the compressed air of oil-lubricated compressors, hydrocarbons are available in the form of lubricants and oils, and further air components in the form of gas, vapour and aerosols. They are sufficiently well-known as impurities and condensate and require, depending on the application, extensive filtration, discharge and condensate processing. The innovative Bekokat systems fully convert these very substances into carbon dioxide and water.

How Much Oil Is Your Compressed Air Allowed To Contain?

Oil control Sensitive applications such as food, electronics, medicine, painting plants, breathing air etc have to meet particularly high requirements concerning the purity of compressed air.

Activated carbon filters and adsorbers have only limited capacity to remove oil and its difficult to find the best point in time for changing elements. The concentration of oil vapours in the suction air is subject to considerable fluctuations and overloading can lead to damaged filter elements. Sudden oil break-through can cause high consequential costs.

In order to achieve higher process security in compressed air treatment Beko Instruments has developed measuring instruments for supervising the oil content. Conventional differential pressure manometers only indicate the due exchange of air de-oiling elements and fine filters. Serious defects, for example, pitting corrosion or assembly error are not covered by this device. Oil Control however, does not react to the rise of the differential pressure, but on changed remainder oil rates in the streaming compressed air. The residual oil content is measured according to the ion exchange method. The crucial advantages are:

Maintenance With one Swift Movement

The new Bekomat 31/32 condensate drains made by Beko Technologies now consist of only two element groups. Thanks to their novel construction principle, complete maintenance can be carried out with one single movement.

Considerable advantages as far as maintenance and cost-effectiveness are concerned: these are the characteristic features of the new Bekomat 31/32 devices. The new generation condensate drains are subdivided into two modules only: the service unit which, in its non-corroding aluminium housing, combines all maintenance components and the electronic control and sensor unit, which only needs to be installed once. Both units are coupled via a practical quick connector.

This concept allows the completely simple replacement of any maintenance and wear-relevant parts by only the fast replacement of the service unit which was checked by the manufacturer.

Compressed air management system saves car maker costs

Energair The energy bill for compressed air at a UK car [ manufacturing plant was around

Climair Measuring Compressed Air

The hand-held ClimaAir Instrument is used in conjunction with the CombiSensor to calculate compressed air flow in m

Midland Medical Test The New Bekokat System From Beko

Bekocat System

Earlier this year the university of Leeds held a training course entitled "Pharmaceutical Medical Gas Testing". This was held at the new training facility of Midland Medical Services Ltd, Rowley Regis, West Midlands. 32 delegates were in attendance for 5 days.

The aim of the course was to teach delegates about practical testing procedures as well as legislative issues and production methods. Midland Medical are a leading supplier and installer of Medical gas installations worldwide.

As part of the course, the new Bekokat from BEKO Technologies was tested. Bekokat is a device designed to remove all trace of hydrocarbons, including oils, from compressed air systems. It has particular relevance in the food and Medical sectors.

New Medical Breathing Air From Beko

Medbac Compressed air that is used for medical treatments has to meet special requirements in terms of compressed air quality, availability and patient safety. With Medbac, permanent monitoring of the compressed air quality has now become reality. This makes it easy to comply with the mandatory limit values stipulated in the European Pharmacopoeia.

The modular Medbac system has been designed specifically for monitoring the purity of on-site produced breathing air in hospitals, specifically Oxygen, Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide, Sulpher Dioxide, Nitrous gases, water and oil vapour. Thanks to its excellent detection sensitivity, malfunctions are spotted immediately. As a result, patients are protected and medical equipment is not damaged. Medbac guarantees the safe production of

Get the most from your compressed air system through better maintenance

As someone with responsibility for the compressed air system, you will be expected to guarantee air at the right pressure and flow, but also at least cost. To do this there are two aspects: you need to produce and use compressed air as efficiently as possible. Disproportionate emphasis on efficient generation of compressed air in the compressor house, may lead to other factors such as the value of effective maintenance and user behaviour being overlooked. Here the role of maintenance in a reliable and energy efficient system.

Compressed air systems rely on effective maintenance for reliability, safety and energy efficiency and compliance with legislation. All of these contribute to a cost-effective compressed air system.

Missing a maintenance service is a false economy, for compressors, ancillary equipment and the distribution piping connections. Effective maintenance not only saves energy it helps address the more critical issue of air supply reliability for processes. For most operations reliability of supply (whether this be pressure, volume or air purity) is paramount. Although energy efficiency receives wide coverage, reliability of supply has even greater business implications, e.g. a metal products manufacturer had paid little attention to its compressed air system, stating that it only represented 4% of the site energy costs. However if the supply failed then the cost of lost production of a number of critical processes dwarfed the energy costs, so improving the system should have been a priority and delivered energy benefits as an added bonus.

Mattei patents revolutionary new technology

100 Series A Midlands based manufacturing company has launched a new innovative solution for industrial air compression.

Mattei Compressors Limited has launched its new 100 Series Rotary Vane Compressor. This new product is at the cutting edge of industrial compressor technology and is the result of several years of intense research and development from Mattei

Danone Waters UK & Ireland cut operating costs

Brecon Hills, nr Swansea United Kingdom, November 2006, Danone, the worldwide manufacturer of food and beverage products, is using Parker Hannifin's innovative NitroSource nitrogen generation system to produce a consistent and controllable supply of nitrogen on-site.

The nitrogen supply is used as part of a transfer mechanism to provide an inert blanket. Perhaps most importantly, the use of the NitroSource system has enabled Danone to blanket water storage vessels in order to prevent bug growth and hazardous chemicals for fire prevention

Danone is the leader in the beverage industry with worldwide brands such as Volvic and Evian along with UK brands including Green Valley as well as a new range of flavored beverages under the brand of Shape aimed at reinforcing the healthy lifestyle ethos which Danone promotes. The Brecon Hills manufacturing facility processes 18, 000 bottles per hour through the plant, with a six man team operating the machinery per shift.

The NitroSource system is based on Parker Hannifin's hollow fibre membrane technology, which separates air into nitrogen and an oxygen-enriched air stream. The system comprises a main unit that can be expanded with the addition of a further five subunits and, thanks to a master/slave feature, up to 11 main units and their associated subunits can be combined and controlled as if they were one.

The New Rotary Screw Compressor

ABAC Zenith The Zenith Rotary Screw air compressor is a brand new concept in air compressor design. The Zenith now offers smaller users of compressed air a product with the features and benefits of larger machines, designed for industrial applications.

Patented high efficiency air end, Reduced Power consumption, Standard safety features, Low maintenance costs, Continuous duty, Automatic control, Low noise

Product Highlights

Low maintenance costs
Maintenance is simple and economical thanks to the design which allows immediate accessibility to all service components.

COMPRESSOR SALES & INSTALLATION

Drive Compressors At United Air Power we design and install energy efficient compressed air systems, from generation and treatment through to distribution and application in the workplace.
We can supply a full range of air compressors varying from 0.25 up to 670hp including oil free with diagnostic controls and cost-effective heat recovery options.

All our compressors incorporate advanced energy efficient motors which fully comply with the latest European guidelines and qualify for the Government

15.13 OIL-X EVOLUTION Making Compressed Air Filters More Efficient

The all new range of domnick hunter OIL-X EVOLUTION aerosol and particulate removal filters redefine the standards in compressed air filter performance. All aspects of cartridge filter design have been considered with the sole purpose of providing compressed air to international quality standards whilst reducing the cost of ownership and the space envelope required for installation.

OIL-X EVOLUTION has been designed from the ground up with the key design focus concentrated in critical areas such as air flow management, filtration media selection & construction and the efficient removal of coalesced liquid.

OIL-X EVOLUTION has also been designed to be fully compliant with the forthcoming changes to the international standard detailing the method for filter testing.

Air Flow Management for Low Energy Consumption
The design of a compressed air filter housing is critical as it can directly affect system pressure losses, which in turn result in higher operating costs for the user. The pressure loss or pressure drop of a filter housing is a fixed ownership cost. Only through careful design, can this fixed cost be kept to an absolute minimum.

NEWS FROM BEKO TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED

BEKO BECOMES NEW EVERAIR ASSOCIATE

Beko Technologies have recently become the joint largest shareholder in EverAir Technology GMBH. Pro-Air Engineering, a compressed air and systems provider in China and Taiwan with over 200 employees is also a partner in the deal.

Based in Hilden, Germany, EverAir is a young and innovative company specialising in the development and construction of equipment used for compressed air and technical gas processing- in particular in the area of large adsorption dryers.

EverAir is managed by Herbert Blauscheck and Frank Mueller, who between them have more than 50 years experience in the compressed air industry, latterly for many years working for Ultrafilter. With their expertise and experience Beko can claim to have access to the foremost authorities on adsorption drying in Germany, if not the whole of Europe.

Puzzling over compressed air?

Putting together the compressed air jigsaw can be a puzzling experience! Sifting through the various puzzle pieces, analysing them in turn and then trying to find their place in relation to the big picture takes time and resource.

At BOGE, we now have over 99 years of knowledge, experience and engineering excellence to provide you with the winning formula! Continual research and development is invested into creating cutting edge compressed air solutions. Our free five-year warranty gift, a first of its kind in the industry, offered on all new BOGE screw compressors further underpins the BOGE quality proposition.

Air Quality Testing

Factair >>
Air quality testing services including tunnel ventilation, compressed and breathing air. We supply Atex compressors and blown fibre products

Since 1976 Factair has been specialising in the design and manufacture of compressors, breathing air and confined space ventilation equipment. With an innovative approach to product development and a focus on continuous improvement Factair has a host of air quality testing services. From Safe-Air Testers to Medic-Air Testers, Factair offers the best products in the field of air quality testing

Tunnel Ventilation

Factair >>
Air quality testing services including tunnel ventilation, compressed and breathing air. We supply Atex compressors and blown fibre products

Attention to detail is at the heart of everything Factair does. And it applies to tunnel ventilation and monitoring products. Factair’s quality product range has caused all the success. Many civil engineering companies have benefited from the tunnel ventilation and monitoring products offered by Factair. Factair has been providing tunnel ventilation service for temporary works since 1992. The products have helped reduce contamination caused due to engine exhaust gases, welding or cutting processes and the dust from handling of ballast stone.

Blown Fibre

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Air quality testing services including tunnel ventilation, compressed and breathing air. We supply Atex compressors and blown fibre products

Manufacturing compressors and associated equipment for the telecommunication industry has been Factair’s forte since 1988. Factair has been installing optical fibre using a BT patented technique called Blown Fibre. The Blown Fibre utilises specially filtered compressed-air to install a bundle of blown fibre unit, into a pre-installed tube for distances of up to and exceeding 1km. The best part is that the blown fibre unit is easy to install.

SmartAir Master helps improve compressor performance

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir launches new compressor controller CompAir has launched SmartAir Master, a simple-to-install control system that provides detailed management reports to help plant engineers improve the performance and efficiency of a compressor network. The SmartAir Master will intelligently control up to 12 compressors, fixed or variable speed and can reduce energy consumption by up to 35%, by operating [...]

Energy advice from CompAir at Air-Tech 2010

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir showcases energy-efficient compressor technology CompAir Air-Tech Exhibition - Stand A3130 / A3136 8-10 June 2010 At Air-Tech 2010, CompAir will be exhibiting models from its range of rotary screw and Hydrovane compressors. Technical experts will be on hand throughout the show to advise on the different options available to businesses keen to improve environmental performance and increase production [...]

CompAir’s innovative Quantima compressors chosen for world’s tallest performing fountain

Compair News United Kingdom >>

A package of 11 CompAir compressors, including 4 Quantima units, is powering water jets up to 50 storeys high at The Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest performing fountain. Developed by Emaar Properties, one of the world’s leading property developers, this prestigious attraction “demands a high standard of equipment innovation, coupled with proven reliability and quality assurance [...]

Only the best is good enough for Hochwald dairy

Compair News United Kingdom >>

At Hochwald Nahrungsmittelwerke’s (Hochwald) Erfstadt dairy, one of the cooperative’s fastest growing sites, there is continuous investment in production to keep pace with growing consumer demand for a wider range of products, including fresh and long-life milk, cheese and yoghurt. As a result, the company has expanded its compressed air system by installing CompAir’s new Quantima [...]

CompAir delivers flow on demand with launch of energy-efficient L11-18 VS range

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir has extended its portfolio of variable speed compressors with the launch of seven new models, to offer a comprehensive range of energy efficient rotary screw machines from 11kW to 250kW. Energy-efficiency has been considered at every stage of the design of the new L11VS to L18VS range to ensure that the machines can meet the [...]

Oil-vapour monitoring system METPOINT® OCV from BEKO now TÜV-certified.

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CompAir distributor, A & T Services throws 20th anniversary party for local businesses

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Local engineering firm, A&T Services is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a customer open day at the Kingsley Village outlet in Fraddon on the 21st July 2010. Industrial and construction business from across the region are invited to attend the event between 10 am and 4 pm to take advantage of a number of special offers [...]

Clean compressed air for the cream of the spinach crop

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Oil-free compressors from CompAir have helped Germany’s largest frozen food warehouse process over 90,000 tonnes of fresh vegetables a year, for use in the production of ready meals. Most of the production at the iglo works in Reken, Westphalia consists of spinach products, so hygiene standards are of the essence to eliminate product spoilage. APPLICATION DETAILS The power [...]

CompAir exhibits energy efficient compressor technology at Pollutec 2010

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir will be showcasing its latest range of energy-efficient air compressors at Pollutec 2010 (Lyon, France - 30 November to 3 December). Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to discover the innovative Q-Drive technology behind CompAir’s Quantima range - which offers up to 25% energy savings when compared to traditional compressor technology. As an exhibition [...]

Intelligent control from CompAir

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir has launched the DELCOS XL, a built-in, easy-to-use touch screen controller that ensures the reliable and efficient operation of its rotary screw compressors. Detailed system analysis Fitted to CompAir’s L30 – L132 range of fixed and regulated speed compressors, the DELCOS XL displays detailed system analysis, including network pressure and weekly average volume flow, in the [...]

CompAir launches CompressingCarbon, a new website for compressed air energy savings

Compair News United Kingdom >>

CompAir has today (4th April 2011) launched a new carbon-reduction website for compressed air users. Called CompressingCarbon.com (www.compressingcarbon.com), the site gives practical advice on how operators can improve the energy performance of their compressed air installations and also showcases the company’s complete range of energy-efficient products and solutions. The site is being shown for the first time [...]

CompAir shows customers how to compress their carbon footprint at Hannover Fair 2011

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Compressor manufacturer focuses on energy-efficient compressor technologies Compressed air generation accounts for approximately 10% of all the electricity used in industry. With energy costs only set to increase further plus a growing requirement for sustainable manufacturing, companies are increasingly looking for new technologies to help lower their energy costs – and their carbon footprint. With this in [...]

Astrum video

Compair News United Kingdom >>

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Rohde & Schwarz adopts oil-free technology from CompAir

Compair News United Kingdom >>

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG has embarked on a programme to upgrade its compressed air supply to CompAir’s oil-free, DH compressors at its main production plant in Memmingen (Germany). The aim was to improve production reliability, while at the same time reducing compressed air costs and the company has already achieved these targets, with [...]

Jaguar video

Compair News United Kingdom >>

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Reliability and durability from CompAir at Equip Auto 2011

Compair News United Kingdom >>

At Equip Auto 2011, CompAir is showcasing a range of compressed air solutions designed to meet the industry’s demands for high reliability, low service costs and simple installation. The company will exhibit a range of machines from its proven CompAir and Hydrovane brands in Hall 5, Stand 084, where visitors will be able to view the [...]

CompAir’s engineers on hand to give energy advice at Southern Manufacturing 2012

Compair News United Kingdom >>

At Southern Manufacturing 2012, Gardner Denver (CompAir) will be offering visitors practical advice on some of the latest technologies that can improve compressed air efficiency. The company’s engineers will be on hand on stand P19 to offer free air audits and practical advice on maintaining the efficiency of CompAir compressors. Running a compressor can have a [...]

CompAir offers free energy advice at Maintec 2012

Compair News United Kingdom >>

At Maintec 2012, visitors to the Gardner Denver CompAir stand (stand F1) are being offered a range of free-of-charge compressor equipment audits, designed to reduce cost of ownership and improve energy performance for operators. Customers can benefit from a quick and simple air energy audit, designed to analyse compressed air usage, including parameters such as air [...]

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