Air Quality Service
System Reliability Through Air Quality Service
Compressed air is present today in every industrial production operation, but its quality varies widely. The optimum operation of pneumatic systems demands not only the correct pressure and flow rate, but also the right values for parameters such as particle content, residual moisture, and residual oil content.
Comprehensive Answers
No matter whether carried out at specific application-related points or regularly as part of a service contract, a compressed air quality analysis will provide answers to the following questions:
Services Included in the Festo Air Quality Analysis
Compressed air is present today in every industrial production operation, but its quality varies widely. The optimum operation of pneumatic systems demands not only the correct pressure and flow rate, but also the right values for parameters such as particle content, residual moisture, and residual oil content.
Comprehensive Answers
No matter whether carried out at specific application-related points or regularly as part of a service contract, a compressed air quality analysis will provide answers to the following questions:
- What is the air quality at different parts of the supply network?
- Does this air conform to the requirements of the various pneumatic applications?
- What air quality is actually required for the various applications?
- Can I connect a new machine to my existing supply network without problems?
Services Included in the Festo Air Quality Analysis
- Inspection of remote air preparation devices at the point of consumption
- Inspection and analysis of installed components (filter, dryer)
- Measurement of residual oil content (to ISO 8573 class 2)
- Measurement of pressure dew point (to ISO 8573 class 2)
- Development of measures for improvements
Potential Problem Factors:
Particles
Particles such as rust in compressed air lines can not only cause excessive wear through their abrasive action; they can also cause blockage of small passages within components.
Residual Moisture
Presence of excessive residual moisture can combine with the lubricants within pneumatic components. This will usually mean significant loss of lubricating action or lead to a complete washout of lubricant. The result: increased friction, excess wear and malfunctions.
Residual Oil
The initial lubrication of pneumatic components can be washed out by the compressor oil present in compressed air. This oil may also attack seals, causing unnecessary air leaks and jamming valves and drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
For more information:
Call: 1.847.759.2678
Fax: 1.631.435.2135
E-mail: airquality@us.festo.com
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