There are crucial reasons why you should service and maintain your compressor regularly, with the most common issues being piston failure caused by wear of components, increased friction, corrosion, reduced cooling, overheating bearings and components, clogging of air filters.
You may find that your piston compressor has low performance and higher energy result by lack of maintenance, as well as a limited operation range; all due to the piston compressor oil oxidising over time! We have carefully selected the best compressor oil air air filter for the job.
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The combined result of this kit is formulated to keep your compressor running efficiently, reducing operating temperatures,
maintenance costs, and assuring clean air for optimum compressor performance. The piston compressor oil provides an anti-rust and
anti-corrosion protection. The AltAir piston compressor oil provides superior resistance of the oil film minimises losses caused by
friction. This improves sealing and enhances your compressor’s performance. The high demulsion level of AltAir oil allows for an
efficient separation of oil from the condensate water. The high antioxidant capacity of the compressor oil ensurers that your
compressor performs to its capacity consistently.
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Ash Air has been around in New Zealand since 1979, and we’ve grown into a nationwide company with international support and a reputation for quality and reliability.We look after all things compressed air for your business!
Ash Air's range of Chicago Pneumatic, Alup, Pneumatech, and Quincy compressors are used extensively around the world in industries ranging from oil and gas to food, automotive and farming, and we bring you these world class compressors here in the land of the long white cloud.Our technicians are compressed air equipment experts and are dedicated to addressing customer needs. Supported by a 13 locations nationwide, Ash Air offers one of the widest selections of compressed air equipment and parts available today in New Zealand.
With Ash Air compressors, you can count on reliability and high performance for even the most demanding applications. We focus our efforts on the following:
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Why is air treatment necessary?
Air is always contaminated with solid particles such as dust, sand, soot, salt crystals and water as it leaves the compressor. An effective compressed air treatment system lowers the dew point of the air and takes out the elements that may harm equipment downstream of the compressor and dryer Read More…
Why Do I Have Water in my Compressor Lines in the Winter When I Have a Dryer?
The ambient temperature in an air compressor’s environment can greatly affect your air compressor’s performance. All air compressors will
generate some amount of water, but depending on inlet air conditions some can produce large amounts of water.
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What to do with your old compressor?
Just purchased a new compressor? Are you asking yourself, “Now what am I going to do with this old air compressor?” Read More…
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Which Parts are Checked and Replaced During Routine Maintenance on my Air Compressor?
Routine maintenance on your screw compressor or piston compressor is vital to ensuring your unit is performing to its full potential. There are simple checks and inspections you can do daily, weekly and monthly to keep your compressor running efficiently and to avoid downtime. Read More…
The Cost of Compressed Air: What are the Lifetime Costs of a Compressor?
Whether you use your air compressor for woodcarving, bottling or manufacturing consumables, compressed air plays a critical role in your business. It is undeniable that compressed air is a valuable source to your applications. Read More…
How much air pressure do I need for my application
There are many things to consider during the selection process of an air compressor for your business. Most important, determining the proper size of the compressor to match your operational needs. Read More…
What Causes the Dewpoint to Spike on your Air Compressor?
Dewpoint spikes immediately after desiccant switchover (line C) indicate that the desiccant was not sufficiently cooled before being brought on-line. Hot desiccant will not adsorb moisture well until it cools down, after which the dewpoint should dro... Read More…
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Why is there Oil in my Screw Compressor Air Tank?
Don’t be alarmed if you find oil in your air compressor tank. Actually, all rotary screw compressors pass trace amounts of oil in the compressed air. The question is how much is the normal amount of oil in my compressor tank? Read More…
Why Do I Need a Back-up Air Compressor?
We get it, buying an air compressor is a big financial decision. And now we are suggesting that you need two air compressors, not just one. Ask yourself one question- Can your business still run if your air compressor goes down? Read More…