Kaeser Compressors National Service Engineer Takes First at ‘Punkin Chunkin’ Competition
Ray Tolson, owner of the Second Amendment Too cannon, is a seasoned veteran of America’s favorite pumpkin hurling competition.
Air Compressors: What to Consider When Buying
Rotary type compressors are now taking a larger bite out of piston compressors in the collision repair market, with their manufacturers claiming this technology is more energy efficient and provides a reliable supply of clean, dry air.
Atlas Copco Compressors Names New General Manager for U.S. Operations
Atlas Copco Compressors has named Andrew Walker general manager for U.S. operations, with headquarters in Rock Hill, S.C., effective March 1. Walker succeeded Paul Hense, who leaves for a new position within the Atlas Copco Airpower Division after nearly four years in the U.S. as general manager, overseeing several acquisitions and new building projects during
Hush-Quiet Compressor
BendPak says its Hush-Quiet LS15RS rotary screw air compressor is engineered for high performance, efficiency and reliability. With the continuous contact cooling method implemented by the LS15RS screw compressor, even under full load the unit only generates about half the heat of a traditional air compressor. Lower temperatures ensure that with proper maintenance, the rotary
Redesigned 15- and 20-hp Air Compressors
Kaeser’s redesigned SK rotary screw compressors are reliable, efficient 15- and 20-hp industrial air compressors that are easier to maintain and offer a smaller footprint than older models. The units provide greater flow at 46-89 cfm with pressures from 80-217 psig. The SK series still features the Sigma Profile airend, as well as automatic belt
Recharging A/C Compressor for ’09 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Once upon a time, consumers, and many times technicians, knew of only one kind of oil, and that was “black gold” or “Texas tea.” But not anymore. How many types of lubricants are used in today’s vehicles? If I listed them all here, it would take up most of this article. I think you get
Maximize Energy Efficiency With These Rotary Screw Air Compressors
FS-Curtis recently introduced the GS Series, a new line of variable speed drive air compressors that are energy saving, environmentally friendly and economical. It features FS-Curtis’ exclusive eCOOL Technology, which maximizes energy efficiency by providing improved cooling of the main drive motor and other critical components, improving volumetric and electrical efficiency and compression. Cooler airflow
Efficient, Reliable Compressors
Mattei has compressors that run slowly like diesel engines and last two to three times longer than traditional screw compressors. Mattei’s vane technology has a simple design with no bearings. The energy-saving, affordable, stackable compressors are also quiet without a cabinet and virtually silent with a cabinet. The compressors are easy to operate and maintain.
Kaeser Compressors Offering Course on Air Requirements for Waterborne Paints at NACE
Kaeser Compressors is presenting a short seminar at NACE 2010 on how waterborne paints impact compressed air requirements. Kaeser says its professionals have extensive experience supporting the collision repair industry and have created an informative technical (not sales) presentation to help repairers make practical choices for their shops. Topics include: sources of moisture and
Cash for Old Compressors
With Kaeser Compressors’ Clunker to Kaeser program, you’ll receive a rebate of $100 per horsepower for up to $1,000 toward the purchase of a Kaeser AirCenter or Airtower. Any operational air compressor qualifies, and shops can keep old compressors to scrap. Both Airtowers and AirCenters combine a rotary screw compressor, storage tank and dryer in
