Air compressors of all makes and models require varying degrees of maintenance. Whatever the model or quantity of compressors you use for your operations, it’s essential to regularly inspect the parts and service them, whenever necessary. Failure to perform routine maintenance on your compressors can lead to early failure or expensive repairs.
Here’s a short guide on how to keep your air compressors running at full capacity:
1. Drain your air receiver tank
Use the drain and plug at the bottom of the compressor to drain the air from the compressor’s air receiver tank. Collection of air in the machine leads to the accumulation of water and moisture while the machine is running, especially during summer, when humidity is higher. The moisture gets collected in the receiver tank and if not drained regularly, it can lead to corrosion of the receiver tank and piping. An automatic and a manual bypass drain during daily inspections is ideal.
2. Inspect the hoses
Hoses are often the most vulnerable parts of compressors because they need to be strong enough to transfer air between the machine and the final point, which can put a lot of strain on them. Checking your hoses on a weekly basis is extremely important. Cold weather also affects hoses — it causes them to crack or corrode and hence leak. Routine checks are ideal for keeping the hoses clean and leak detection devices are ideal to find the leaks.
3. Alter the air filter
Air filters usually trap a lot of junk. The filters are designed to bear a heavy load, without which, a lot of impurities will accumulate and degrade the performance of the compressor. This contamination is critical for industries such as food and beverage, hospitals, and labs. Air filter inspections should be done regularly, especially in dusty conditions.
4. Clean the intake valves
The intake valves of an air compressor must be clean to function fully. When compressors are put to constant use, dust particles and other elements get sucked into the vents. Cleaning the vents at least once every three months is essential.
5. Change the oil
The compressors that run on oil need the oil to be changed regularly as well. Fresh oil helps run the various parts of the engine smoothly. Especially in humid conditions, the oil loses its viscosity and fails to lubricate the different parts.
6. Get it inspected by a professional service team
Allowing a professional service team to regularly check leaks and perform preventive maintenance and required repairs, can offer a lot of peace of mind. Scheduling this regular maintenance can help save time and money in unnecessary breakdown repairs.
Keeping your air compressors healthy and functioning smoothly is essential and possible through regular maintenance. VEMC is an authorized ELGi air compressor dealer and provides end-to-end solutions for all your industrial energy requirements. Guided by more than 72 years of industry expertise, we aim to offer you specialized support in this space. VEMC is ISO 9001:2015 certified and a pioneer in the field of electromechanical engineering products, allied equipment, and services. Please feel free to contact us at +91 98199 07445, and we will be happy to assist you.