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Conserving energy in compressed air systems

Journal Article · · Plant Engineering (Chicago)
OSTI ID:603838
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  1. Sullair Corp., Michigan City, IN (United States)
To gain the full energy savings benefits of using compressed air, focus on the electric power cost to run it, not the initial price of the equipment. An air compressor converts electricity to compressed air, which is then used as energy to operate equipment. Reducing the expense of electrical use provides the best opportunity to reduce total energy costs. The paper discusses steps to avoid wasting compressed air, the use of efficient compressors, and savings at partial loads.
OSTI ID:
603838
Journal Information:
Plant Engineering (Chicago), Journal Name: Plant Engineering (Chicago) Journal Issue: 13 Vol. 51; ISSN PLENAV; ISSN 0032-082X
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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