Workshop Solutions September 2017 Updated

Compressors

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When selecting the right air compressor, the tank size is important. A small tank will overwork the motor. It is equally if not more important to select an air compressor that provides enough cubic feet per minute (cfm) of airflow. CFM is going to determine how many tools you can run, and whether each tool will function at its best. SELECTING THE RIGHT COMPRESSOR

TOOL/EQUIPMENT 3/8” Impact Wrench 1/2” Impact Wrench 3/4” Impact Wrench 1” Impact Wrench

CFM 2 – 3 4 – 6

BAR

TOOL/EQUIPMENT

CFM

BAR

Spray Gun – Airbrush Spray Gun – Miniature Spray Gun – Low Pressure Spray Gun – Standard

6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6

0.25

2

4 – 7

1.5 – 3.5

9

1.5 – 4

1.5 – 3

14

7.14

3.5 – 4

3/8” Ratchet 1/2” Ratchet

Spray Gun – HVLP

2 – 5

14 – 20

5 – 6

HA/GEO/9000 series LVLP

5

7 – 9.5

2 – 2.5

3/8” Drill

Air Fed Mask

12

5 – 6

1.5 – 3

DA Sander (Top Quality) DA Sander (econ. model)

Oil Pump

10

1.5

7 – 10.5 7 – 10.5

Grease Pump Air Water Wash

20 25

4.5

7” Sander/Polisher Zip/Impact Cutter Cutters Shears 4” Angle Grinder 7” Angle Grinder

10

10.5

Car Wash

4 – 5 4 – 8

1.5 – 5

5 – 7

Blow Gun (safety nozzle)

3 3 4

7 7 7

Spark Plug Cleaner

18 – 25

Underseal Gun

25 – 35

Tyre Inflator

Rivet Gun

2 – 4

10 – 16

1.5 – 3

50 – 6

Tyre Changer (Manual) Tyre Changer (Auto) Sand Blast Cabinet Sand Blast Hand Gun

2 Ton Air/Hydraulic Lift

4

10 10

5 – 8

9 – 10.5

Brake Tester Plasma Cutter

6

3 – 7

5 – 7 4 – 7

10 – 50

3.5 – 7

6 – 8

8 – 12

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COMPRESSORS AND AIR TREATMENT

Compressed air is all about the compressor, right? Wrong. Of course, a quality compressor is important if you’re doing anything with air tools but there are other factors you need to consider if you want an efficient system that won’t let you down, particularly in challenging environments like spray booths, where the quality of air you’re using is critical to the quality of the job you produce. Air Pipework Next, we come to the pipework, that essential conduit between compressor and tool. Any amount of ‘hissing’ means you’ve got at least one leak and that’s the sound of your hard-earned cash escaping from your pocket in the form of wasted energy. Your compressor has to work harder to produce the air you need, leading to a shorter compressor lifespan and poorer performing equipment. If your pipework design is not optimised, you’re losing efficiency (and money) over the length of the system. It’s not just leaks in old galvanised pipework you should worry about, the internal bore may well be severely compromised through a lifetime build-up of deposits and corrosion, which will only compound the loss of efficiency of your compressor and air tools. Our Workshop Equipment Specialists can help maximise your profits by calculating the savings you’ll make by installing a new

plastic/aluminium air ring main, designed to support your current and future needs. It won’t corrode and it will provide greater flexibility and performance than your current galvanised option, delivering a consistent airflow with no efficiency loss and, a minimum maintenance requirement. Drying and Filtration We live in a climate with an average 90% humidity. Compressors don’t introduce water into your compressed air system, it’s always there; so, it’s important to remove it to maximise performance and provide a truly efficient system. Even the toughest compressed air tools work best on dry air that is free of foreign particles but it’s absolutely essential for certain environments like spray booths where surface finish and personal protection (breathing air) is critical. Your compressed air system will provide maximum performance and extended tool life when drying and filtration are incorporated because water vapour and foreign particles in the air feed will always reduce the efficiency of the system and lifespan of your tools. Talk to our WESs for a full consultation on your compressed air system and on how you can save on energy and equipment replacement costs whilst getting the best efficiency and all the power from your air tools.

†Finance example typically based on a 5 year lease purchase agreement. Finance subject to status, full terms and conditions available on request. Other finance options available. All prices exclude VAT at 20%. Price, availability and specification may change without prior notice. Warranty subject to manufacturers terms and conditions of use. Errors and omissions excluded. Offers valid until 31st December 2017. Prices correct at time of going to press: October 2017.

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