Kaeser Extending Its ‘Clunker to Kaeser’ Program
Kaeser Compressors announced it’s extending its Clunker to Kaeser program into 2010. Based on the replacement compressor’s motor size, program participants can receive a rebate of $100 per horsepower – up to $1,000 – toward the purchase of a Kaeser AirCenter or Airtower. Any operational air compressor qualifies for the Clunker to Kaeser program. Participants
Compressor and Dryer in One Unit
The Deluxe Compressor-Dryer System is a compressor and dryer package built into one system that makes any paint shop waterborne-ready. Compressors are available in 7.5-, 10- or 20-hp sizes, with a 30-hp model coming soon. The system stores clean, dry air automatically, and its oversized, air-cooled after cooler removes up to 90 percent of water
Super-Quiet Operation
The new SK AirCenter series from Kaeser Compressors features energy-saving rotary screw compressors and reliable refrigerated dryers. It’s available in 15-20 hp models producing 40-78 scfm at pressures to 217 psig. All AirCenter models are tank-mounted and have a space-saving design. It also features split cooling air flow design and insulated enclosure for quiet operation.
Quiet and Powerful
Packaged for quiet operation, easy maintenance and powerful performance, the QT-Xtreme and PLT-Xtreme continuous-duty reciprocating compressors feature a canopy for delivering reliable shop air without all the noise. Extremely quiet, they allow for normal conversation while running and boast sound levels as low as 64 db(A) on a 5hp model and 65 db(A) on a
TECH FEATURE: Power with Plasma
The plasma cutter may be mysterious to many, but its functions are undeniable, especially when it comes to cutting heat-treated alloys like boron steel.
1-800-Radiator to Provide Full Line Support for GM and Chrysler Parts
1-800-Radiator has concluded arrangements with OEM and aftermarket suppliers to carry the full line of cooling and air conditioning parts to supply markets in the wake of closures of GM and Chrysler dealerships nationwide. The New York Times reported that Saturn has gone from 420 stores to 375 stores since the beginning of 2009, and
Kaeser Announces ENERGY STAR Partnership
Kaeser Compressors recently partnered with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR program. According to the EPA, an ENERGY STAR partnership offers businesses an energy management strategy that helps in measuring current energy performance, setting goals, tracking savings and rewarding improvements. Kaeser says that its ENERGY STAR partnership will help the company communicate the importance
Kaeser Sponsoring Dakar 2009 Race in South America
Kaeser Compressors is sponsoring the Dakar 2009 motor race Jan. 3-18. After 30 years in the Sahara, this year’s route is in Argentina and Chile. Starting in Buenos Aires, the 5,600-mile race will take competitors through Patagonia and the Andes mountains to the Atacama Desert, and then on to Valparaiso on the Pacific Ocean before
ASA Announces Renewing and New Associate Members
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced many associate members have renewed their memberships and several new companies have joined ASA as associate members. Associate members renewing their ASA membership during the third quarter of 2008 include: 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division, Access Fleet, Airtex Products, American Impact Media Corp., Atlas Copco Compressors Inc., Auto Profit Masters,
Save Operating Costs
The OPTIMA air compressor uses VSD technology, allowing you to save up to 35 percent of annual operating costs over traditional rotary compressors and get 100,000-plus working hours of life. The absence of roller bearings helps reduce the overall maintenance cost. It comes available with integrated refrigerated air dryer and a quiet (<69dB(A) average) cabinet.
