How Smarter Compressed Air Management Cut Energy Costs at a Semiconductor Facility In the high-tech world of semiconductor manufacturing, precision and cleanliness aren’t just desirable—they’re essential. Facilities that produce the silicon wafer slices used in everything from smartphones to solar panels rely heavily on ultra-clean, oil-free compressed air. But what happens when that air comes… Read more »
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A Brief Explanation of Centrifugal Compressor Valves
The valves in a centrifugal compressor are responsible for regulating air intake and the bypass air. This regulates the air discharged and also works to prevent surge. Within a compressor, you can typically find several different types of valves that each serve a unique function. Learn more about a few of the most common compressor… Read more »
Understanding Air System Artificial Demand
Companies that rely on compressed air systems are constantly looking for ways to make them run more efficiently. Many of these companies end up spending more money than they need to on an annual basis simply because their existing air systems are inefficient and wasting air. One of the many reasons that this can happen… Read more »