How to replace an air compressor
Aprile 29, 2021
Compressors, like all machines, have a natural life cycle beyond which they need to be replaced. But how can you tell when it’s time to replace a compressor? And above all, how do you replace a compressed air compressor? We’ll look at this in this new article.
When a compressor starts to get a few years old, maintenance work inevitably becomes more frequent. The question to ask in this case is: is it better to apply the usual “patches” or to purchase new equipment? Over time, the performance of a compressed air compressor can decline, increasing maintenance costs. Is it really worth it? Let’s look at the indicators to consider in order to understand whether a compressor has reached the end of its life cycle or not.
Two conditions to monitor when deciding whether to replace a compressor are compressor shutdown and pressure drop.
If your compressor tends to shut down during operation, there could be two reasons:clogged air filters causing overheating or internal failures of major components. In the first case, simply clean the air filters and perform periodic, targeted maintenance; in the second case, we recommend replacing the compressor.
Another warning sign is pressure drops in air compressors. As is well known, technicians who work on machines raise the pressure values of the compressor to a higher level to make them work, so they know exactly when to start worrying if the pressure starts to drop. If continuous drops occur before replacing the compressor, it is a good idea to check a few things.
The first thing to check is the air filters; make sure they are not saturated. Then check the pipes; make sure they are the right size for the compressor’s capacity.
If both of these are found to be in order despite continuous pressure drops, the problem may lie in the undersizing of the compressor.
In this case, rather than replacing the air compressor, we recommend consulting specialized technicians who can perform an accurate air analysis in order to recalibrate the systems according to efficiency and necessity.
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How to replace an old air compressor
If the air compressor has reached the end of its life cycle and is experiencing persistent failures, the solution is obviously to replace it. How can we ensure that this “task” does not become stressful and does not overload the operations of our companies?
The first step is to identify the type of compressor you have and decide whether to keep the same technology or not. The second step is to identify with absolute certainty the volume/pressure flow rate of the compressed air in relation to the daily activities that are carried out. The third and final step is to rely on specialized maintenance workshops.
