Ashley Oberkirch

Posted on: June 29, 2023

Many industries use compressed air systems to power tools and complete tasks. However, compressed air uses a significant amount of energy, resulting in higher costs for manufacturing plants. One horsepower of compressed air requires 8 horsepower of electricity. If systems run at limited efficiency, facilities might use more energy than they need for daily operations. Optimizing compressed […]

Posted on: June 28, 2023

Compressed air is only as good as its purity. Oil exposures make it difficult to keep air clean, which increases costs. To address this concern, many companies use oil-free or oil-less air compressors. An oil-free air compressor is similar to an oil-injected compressor, but it doesn’t use oil for lubrication. Today, oil-free compressors are becoming more common because they offer cost […]

Posted on: June 28, 2023

When it comes to an air compressor, maintenance in the standard form is never enough. To ensure the smooth running of operations and avoid interruptions and unexpected downtime, it is crucial to have a compressor maintenance program in place that prevents — rather than reacts to — problems with the air compressor and all attached […]

Posted on: June 28, 2023

A reciprocating air compressor is a positive displacement mechanical device that uses a cylinder and crankshaft-driven piston to produce compressed air. An unloader valve is a small and essential part that ensures the effective, efficient operation of a reciprocating compressor. What Is an Unloader Valve? A compressor unloader valve is a small part, usually sized between 4 and 5 inches. The valve […]

Posted on: June 22, 2023

Professionals in dozens of industries have devised time- and labor-saving uses for compressed air. The applications of air compressors are nearly endless. The food on your table, the painkillers in your cabinet, the car you drive to work, the wooden chair you sit in — compressed air plays a role in their production in one way or […]

Posted on: August 4, 2022

Of all the different types of air compressors on the market, rotary screw models are generally simple in design and relatively easy to maintain through many years of service life. As such, rotary screw air compressors are used for operations of all sizes, from the largest of manufacturers to private, one-person operations. When well-maintained, a rotary air […]

Posted on: April 27, 2022

4 Ways Artists Use Air Compressors to Make Art Compressed air is an essential power source for industrial machinery, from agriculture to factory equipment. But air compressors are also the secret weapon of everyday household tasks, like sandblasting and pressure washing. Air compressors are especially beneficial for jobs requiring a high level of control over […]

Posted on: March 24, 2022

Removing bike handlebar grips and keeping them intact can be challenging. While many cyclists resort to cutting their grips off, this option makes it impossible to reuse them in the future. Luckily, compressed air allows you to remove bike grips without having to cut them. Learn from the pros at Quincy Compressor to see how […]

Posted on: March 11, 2022

  Multi-Stage Compressors Reciprocating/piston compressors use a cylinder to force air into a chamber, where it is compressed. The simplest compressor designs feature a single–cylinder/chamber arrangement. While straightforward, this setup is limited in its efficiency and capacity for delivering high volumes of pressurized air. That’s where multi-stage compressors come in. By increasing the number of […]

Posted on: December 20, 2021

Maintaining your air compressor with regular oil changes is essential to extending its lifecycle. Why change your air compressor’s oil? Your air compressor’s internal engine relies on regular maintenance to prolong its working life and increase uptime by preventing unexpected breakdowns. How Often Should You Change the Oil in an Air Compressor? The kind of […]