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Technical Press release May 2008
COMPAIR ACHIEVES MAJOR EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS WITH THE LAUNCH
OF THE NEW L90, L110 and L132 COMPRESSORS
Leading compressor manufacturer, CompAir, has
completely redesigned its 90 kW to 132 kW
oil-injected screw compressors, to deliver a
high-end range of machines that addresses operators
key concerns for reduced cost of ownership.
“Using the design principles already well proven in
our 30 kW to 75 kW ranges, we looked carefully at
how we could improve each area of the existing units
and have delivered a range of compressors that is
better in every way - including a new compact
footprint, reengineered components, increased air
output and reduced parts’ and maintenance
requirements.”
There are four models in the new range: L90, L110,
L132 and L132 SR variable speed unit, delivering
capacities from 17.45 to 22.87 m3/min and pressures
of 7.5, 10 and 13 bar. CompAir is also planning to
launch another variable speed model in the near
future.
Richard Hilton continues, “With rising energy costs
being a major concern for customers across the
globe, we considered the products’ lifecycle costs
at every stage of development, incorporating
specific features and components that would improve
energy usage, reduce maintenance downtime and parts’
costs and deliver better overall performance. The
result is a range of gear driven machines that
deliver up to 15 % more air output with a lower CO2
burden improving the compressors’ environmental
credentials too.”
Improved energy usage
A compressor’s electricity usage can be up to 80% of
the machine’s total operating costs and owners are
keen to use technologies that can reduce the overall
energy consumption. The new range of compressors
provide a minimum 15 % increase in air volume flow
with greater energy efficiency than the previous
models, and also uses CompAir’s new gear drive,
which increases reliability and efficiency even
further.
Customers can gain maximum energy efficiency
improvements with the L132 SR variable speed
machine, which can reduce running costs by 25% on
average. This compressor uses an innovative Switched
Reluctance (SR) drive that varies the speed of the
compressor according to air demand and could give a
minimum saving of at least €15,000 running at 4000
hours a year, based on average energy costs.
Typical variable-speed compressors uses a frequency
inverter and a high-speed AC induction motor, but
this can affect overall machine performance by
increasing heat and noise. The SR unit’s motor
design has low energy losses, meaning that the
components run cool continuously, for better energy
efficiency.
Easier maintenance
The combination of innovative component design, a
20% reduction in parts and excellent accessibility
to all areas of the machines makes the new range of
compressors easier to service and more
cost-effective to operate.
The Alpha Air End EK230 has an integrated oil filter
and thermostatic valve, limiting the number of tubes
and hoses that would otherwise require routine
replacement. Higher reliability is also achieved
with fewer points of leakage and the unit design
means that there is greater space for cooling air to
circulate, to prolong its life.
All major components are arranged to enable
maintenance engineers easy access for routine
servicing, helping to reduce equipment
downtime. Specific attention has been paid to the
oil separator, which includes a hinged cover and
also an easy-view oil-level indicator.
Intelligent design
At just 3.2 m2, the new compressors have an
exceptionally small foot print, meaning they can
take up to one third less floors pace than
comparable models, making them ideal for
installations where space is at a premium. The low
speed air-end, radial fan and a noise damper at the
cooling air inlet also ensure that the machines run
quietly, with low noise levels starting from 73 dB
(A) on the L90 model.
To help companies get consistently high performance
from their new compressor, CompAir provides its
well-known Assure™ free extended warranty scheme on
all models.
Unlike typical yearly-based warranties, Assure™ is
based on the number of compressor running hours and
is provided free-of-charge for up to 44,000 hours
operating time. Assure™ is designed to protect the
customer’s investment by ensuring that scheduled
maintenance is carried out by CompAir’s network of
authorised service providers, using genuine CompAir
spare parts and lubricants.
About CompAir
CompAir is a leading global manufacturer of
compressed air and gas solutions providing quality,
reliable, highly efficient compressors for a broad
range of applications, including general industry,
offshore, oil-free, construction and CNG
refuelling. With an extensive network of dedicated
sales companies and distributors across six
continents, CompAir offers global expertise with a
truly local service capability.
About J&J Pneumatics
J&J Pneumatics are the largest and longest
established independent CompAir distributor and
service company in the UK. We provide companies with
energy saving Compressed air and Vacuum solutions
for a wide range industries and applications.
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For more information on CompAir’s new L90, L110,
L132 and L132 SR compressors,
Customer Service 01494 530291
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