Proportioning the Compressed Air Dryer
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Choose the right lighting tower and sleep well
Lighting tower reminds night, but also refers to diesel engine. In turn, night reminds us of silence, which is not exactly what we associate with an engine... With urban centers becoming increasingly dense and legislation increasingly strict about noise pollution in construction sites, keeping decibels to acceptable levels has been the great challenge of the main construction equipment manufacturers. The lighting tower deserves special attention in this matter, as it is the equipment that tends to be used most during times of greater noise restrictions.
And in addition to urban issues, there are also aspects of safety and productivity. At night, visibility is always lower and this increases the importance of verbal communication between workers. The more difficult it is for them to listen to each other, the slower and more dangerous the work for team members.
In general, the ideal is that the noise level of the equipment does not exceed 60 dB(A), which is equivalent to the sound volume of a normal
conversation.
There is a wide variety of lighting towers and models on the market, but also a wide range of decibels, ranging from a pleasant chat, to the
dangerous limits of 85 and 90 dB(A), above which hearing damage can occur. .
Identifying this is easy. Just ask the manufacturer for the information. But beware of "gotchas". It is common in the market to use the standard of βXβ dB(A) @ βYβ meters. It reads X decibels at Y meters.
Whether this distance is 1.5m or 7 meters (measurements normally reported by manufacturers), it is extremely important that it be informed. What does not make sense is to obtain only the information in decibels, without knowing the distance measured. What happens with some manufacturers that have louder machines, is that they measure at greater distances, to reduce the decibel value. Therefore, it is very important to pay attention not only to values ββin decibels, but also to the distance at which such value is measured.
Remember, therefore, to always demand this detailed information. Sometimes to achieve silence, we cannot be quiet.
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Mobile Air Compressors
Designed for demanding job sites, our Chicago Pneumatic mobile air compressors allow operators to run multiple hand tools and hammers at the same time for maximum efficiency. Theyβre also ideal for sandblasting, irrigation blow-outs and general construction applications.
With noise reducing enclosures, straightforward controls and a low-maintenance tow-able design, theyβre built for reliable performance day in and day out.
The range of Red Rock air compressors are the latest and toughest edition to the Chicago Pneumatic portfolio. When it comes to this range of air compressors, we know what you are looking for: Portable, Powerful and Tough.
Chat to our experts, we will help you to answer questions about what can you use the compressor for, what compressor is the best and learn about air compressor efficiency.
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Mobile Diesel Generators
Ash Air's range of Chicago Pneumatic Mobile CPDG diesel generators have been designed to meet the tough demands of the construction industry.
Using proven technology, sturdy design and ease of operation, the CPDG provides you with a dependable source for all your electrical power needs. With integrated forklift slots and a lifting beam, the CPDG range of generators are easy to move and designed to be highly impact resistant.
Other features include easy to read gauges, easy to access maintenance points and a reinforced structure. Chicago Pneumatic products are backed by more than a century of experience working with construction industry customers.
We understand what it takes to be productive on the job, and it shows in our CPPG portable generator and CPDG mobile diesel generator line. Get in touch with our team today!
Ash Air has been around in New Zealand since 1979, and weβve grown into a nationwide company with international support and a
reputation for quality and reliability.We look after all things compressed air for your business!
Ash Air's range of Chicago Pneumatic, ALUP, Pneumatech, and Atlas Copco products are used extensively around the world in
industries ranging from oil and gas to food, automotive and farming, and we bring you these world-class compressors here in the land of
the long white cloud.Our technicians are compressed air equipment experts and are dedicated to addressing customer needs. Supported with
nationwide coverage, Ash Air offers one of the widest selections of compressed air, vacuum pump, and industrial gas equipment and parts
available today in New Zealand.
With Ash Air, you can count on reliability and high performance for even the most demanding applications. We focus our efforts
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Maintenance budget: 8 factors to consider
Just like any other equipment, a compressed air installation also requires the necessary maintenance work during its entire
lifespan. Even though maintenance costs are only about 5 to 10% of a machine's annual operating costs, failure to budget for
maintenance can have potentially disastrous consequences.
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The air dyer is one of the most ignored cooler in the system. A dirty condenser will cause water in the lines, or worse it will cause
complete dryer failure.
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Why Replace CO2 with Nitrogen in your Brewery
Using nitrogen is not about fully replacing CO2, but it can reduce their consumption of CO2 by close to 70%. Using nitrogen is about
sustainability. Creating your own nitrogen is easy and will reduce the use of a greenhouse gas, which is better for the environment. It will
also save you money as early as month one adding that savings to your bottom line.
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What do I need to know about ICONS?
ICONS: Intelligent Connectivity System: The insight into your compressed air system, wherever you are. Learn More about ICONS in this article here!
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A question that is occasionally asked by our customers to Ash Air is 'what is the cost of compressed air?'Β This article looks at the
product costs involved with compressed air, as well as minimising the energy cost of compressors and cost allocation. When looking at these
factors, we need to realise what causes dropped efficiency of your compressor, leading to increased costs of compressed air.
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