5 Reasons Why Compressed Air Will Remain a Primary Power Source in Industrial Operations
2018
Compressed air is so common in industrial settings that it is often referred to as the fourth utility. In fact, more than 75% of all industrial applications require compressed air at some point in their operating cycle. Most operations have multiple compressors installed at their facility. They provide a source of power for tools and…
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White Paper: The Importance of Filtration in Compressed Air Systems
2018
The combination of harmful contaminants present in most manufacturing environments and the high cost of crucial process downtime makes it clear that plants should place a high priority on protecting the valves and valve positioners in their compressed air systems. That protection comes from the implementation of filters designed to prevent process equipment and delicate…
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Fluid Flow Partners With Hygeniks to Significantly Expand Its Portfolio of Process Control Components and Systems
2018
Fluid Flow, a leader in providing fluid management, compressed air and process equipment solutions for a broad range of industries, announced that it has agreed to acquire Hygeniks, Inc., a Massachusetts-based manufacturer and distributor of value-added components and systems for hygienic processes. Drew Schwartz, CEO of Fluid Flow, said, “The acquisition of Hygeniks will significantly…
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Ask the Experts: Why Flow Modulation is Important in a Rental Compressor
2018
Q. Not all rental compressors offer operators the ability to modulate the air flow and pressure. Is this an important feature, and if so, why? A. Ultimately, it is up to the end user to determine the importance of air modulation when selecting a compressed air rental solution. It’s similar to deciding whether to rent…
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White Paper: Addressing Compressed Air Equipment Emergencies in Industrial Operations
2018
In modern industrial applications, all manufacturing sites use compressed air as a utility. In fact, compressed air is such a universal and essential element in the facilitation of industrial processes that manufacturers consider it to be the fourth utility alongside electricity, natural gas and water. In some cases, purchasing fixed equipment is not a feasible…
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