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Simple ways to safeguard your pneumatic system

Electricity, water and gas are critical to any establishment, but manufacturers heavily depend on another essential resource: compressed air, often called the ‘fourth utility’.

02/04/2024 14:41:43

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Having a dependable compressed air supply contributes to more efficient energy consumption and lower operational costs. For optimal performance, pneumatic systems require appropriately sized, properly installed and well-maintained components, ranging from compressors to workstations. By contrast, poor specification and system neglect can result in a range of issues, including energy wastage and system malfunctions.

There are some simple measures that can be implemented to safeguard the efficiency of your compressed air supply. The following actions will allow any issues to be identified and addressed, before they escalate into major problems that could result in significant downtime and costly repairs.

Read the full article in DPA's April issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.