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By Dusty Smith, P.E. Pneu-Logic Corp., Portland, Ore.

Compressed air is an expensive resource. For each dollar’s worth of electricity used to produce compressed air, as little as 10 to 15% of that energy may be used on the factory in the form of compressed air. As energy costs increase, plant operators need to become sensitive to how much energy and money can be wasted if compressor operation is not tightly controlled, and even the smallest air leaks are not repaired.

When energy was less expensive, manufacturing plants would leave compressors on all the time during a production shift. Then, more than 20 years ago, rudimentary sequencing control systems were introduced that turned compressors on or off in a predetermined order as the plant’s need for air fluctuated. Using sequencers was better than leaving compressors on all the time, but precision in matching air flow with demand was still lacking and energy was being wasted. What was needed was a more predictive and flexible means of pre-emptive compressor control. (click here to read full article)

For plants that want to reduce energy costs and increase productivity, Pneu-Logic Corporation, based in Portland, Ore., offers products with innovative, patented Airgonomic™ technology that cut air compressor energy use, increase system performance, and reduce system maintenance costs. Pneu-Logic customers can save between 15 and 30 percent on their compressed air costs and drive sustainability initiatives in industrial markets around the globe. To promote best practices, Pneu-Logic also offers best-in-class compressed air engineering services and assessments for customers in all industries. Pneu-Logic and its authorized resellers have sales offices and operations located worldwide. More information is available by calling (866) 348-5669 or by visiting the Web site: www.pneulogic.com

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