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Common Challenges Of Hospital Air Compression Systems

Medical air in hospitals is classified as a drug, which means that hospitals, pharmacists, and dentists are responsible for ensuring that the quality of the air is compliant with regulations. For most hospital air compression systems and applications, this means … Continue reading

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Applications of Industrial Air Compressor Systems in the Oil & Gas Industry

One of the most invaluable, naturally occurring commodities in today’s world is crude oil, a fossil fuel made from the remnants of ancient zooplankton and algae that were subjected to heat and massive pressures deep in the ground for millions … Continue reading

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Managing Government Industrial Air Compressed Systems

Nearly every industrial application, from a simple car repair shop or a complex maintenance system to a multi-structure manufacturing plant has some sort of compressed air framework. In most applications at public works or government facilities, the compressed air system … Continue reading

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Types of Industrial Air Compressors

There are several different types of industrial air compressors in the market today. These compressors are classified based on the pressure level, functionality, and other physical properties. Types of Industrial Air Compressors Functionality Based on functionality, the common options include: … Continue reading

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Overhauling an Air Compressor: Cost Control, Rigorous Testing and Quality Parts

By David Grabau, Ingersoll Rand Compression Technologies and Services When an air compressor needs to be overhauled, you hope the experience will be as pain free as possible. There are different approaches to overhauling an air compressor, and each has … Continue reading

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Understanding Centrifugal Air Compressor Capacity Controls

By Rick Stasyshan and Ian Macleod, Compressed Air and Gas Institute Compressed Air Best Practices® (CABP) Magazine recently caught up with Rick Stasyshan, Compressed Air and Gas Institute’s (CAGI) Technical Consultant, and Ian Macleod of the CAGI Centrifugal Compressor Section … Continue reading

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Industrial Air Compressor Service, Repair & Maintenance in San Diego County

Q-Air California specializes in industrial air compressor service, repair and maintenance for small and large businesses in the San Diego County area. Truly Reliable Service We are your reputable and reliable air compressor service in San Diego offering professional services … Continue reading

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Centrifugal Air Compressor Controls and Sizing Basics

By Tim Dugan, P.E. President, Compression Engineering Corporation Larger air compressors, typically over 500 hp, in refineries, pulp and paper plants, chemical and other processing plants often have high-speed, multi-stage air compressors called “centrifugal” air compressors. As seen from a … Continue reading

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Industrial Air Compressor Distributor in Riverside County

Q Air-California is an authorized and reliable distributor of industrial air compressor systems, parts and accessories in Riverside County. Q Air-California has built a strong reputation as the leading provider of all types and brands of air compressors in the … Continue reading

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Key Considerations for Installing Centrifugal Air Compressors

Compressed Air Best Practices® (CABP) Magazine recently caught up with Rick Stasyshan, Compressed Air and Gas Institute’s (CAGI) Technical Consultant, and Ian MacLeod of CAGI member company, CABP: Where is a good place to start when considering the installation of … Continue reading

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