Two definitive guides to achieving clean compressed air and maximising the efficiency of its performance are now available from Norgren Limited. The Clean Compressed Air guide and the Energy Saving guide take the reader from understanding the fundamentals of compressed air through the issues and costs associated with its use and the methodologies to maximise efficiency.

The Energy Saving Guide dispels common perceptions that compressed air is a low cost source of power – in today’s economy it can be up to ten times costlier than electricity by the time generation and asset costs are accounted for. By example the guide explains that a typical 1,000 CFM installation will annually consume £40,000 of electricity and that independent research confirms that industry wastes around 30% of the compressed air it generates.

Key areas where large savings can be made are identified including leakage, misuse, over pressurisation and pressure drop. Each topic is supported with examples and potential cost savings.

For plant engineers and equipment designers the Clean Compressed Air Guide provides everything you need to know to achieve or specify for optimum efficiency. The 32 page guide details issues affecting clean compressed air and explains how these can be addressed. Sections include contamination removal, pressure control and lubrication.

Particularly important and emphasised through the Machinery Directive is the Pressure Systems Legislation and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) – this is supported by a section on Excess Pressure Control and Environment Protection. The section illustrates air line products which, when correctly applied, can be used to ensure safe pneumatic systems.

Copies of both guides can be requested by e-mailing: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 0870 890 3620