Does a compressor installation require maintenance?

As with all equipment, a compressor installation requires some form of maintenance. However, maintenance costs are low in relation to other costs and can be reduced further through careful planning measures. The choice of the maintenance level is determined by the required reliability and performance of the compressed air installation.

What is the maintenance of a screw compressor?

Proper maintenance is important to ensure long and trouble-free service from a screw compressor unit. Keep refrigerant and oil clean and dry, avoiding moisture contamination is crucial for good compressor operation.

What size screw compressor for low pressure air systems?

For low pressure air systems, Atlas Copco offers a G (VSD) oil-injected screw compressor with a power range of 2-250 kW. This compressor ensures reliable high-quality air, preventing costly downtime and production delays, even in harsh conditions.

Are all compressor maintenance costs the same?

Not all compressor maintenance costs are the same, and so, it may be worth checking before selecting a compressor and comparing the maintenance costs down the line. Included in the maintenance part of the equation is the cost of the spare parts for regular maintenance and parts costs for emergency repair.

Should you buy a new compressor?

The major compressor manufacturers will be able to provide a forecast of annual maintenance costs, the sum of which might help you decide to purchase a more expensive yet more reliable compressor. This will then, one would hope, provide you with lower compressor maintenance costs over the life of the unit.

How can a compressor maintenance cost be reduced?

Costs can be reduced by combining condition monitoring with other functions when using equipment for fully automatic operations, and monitoring of the compressor central plant. The annual maintenance cost is usually between 5–10% of the machine's investment value. The total budget for maintenance is affected by: