Welcome to our guide on selecting the best Atlas Copco compressor for your needs. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the world of industrial compressors, choosing the right equipment can significantly impact your operations’ efficiency and productivity. In this guide, we’ll delve into the key factors to consider when evaluating Atlas Copco compressors, helping you make informed decisions that align with your specific requirements. So let’s dive in and explore how to optimize your compressor selection process for maximum performance and reliability.
Mastering the Art of Selecting the Best Atlas Copco Compressor
When purchasing an industrial air compressor, many factors must be taken into account, from reliability and energy efficiency to size and ease of operation.
Atlas Copco provides a selection of compressors to meet your specific requirements. Select one equipped with OPC UA technology for seamless, safe and secure connectivity across your production process, while adding SMARTLINK monitoring could give you insights for smarter, more sustainable production.
Variable speed drive (VSD)
VSD compressors are an ideal choice for any business with high demands for compressed air, as they reduce energy expenses, save space, and run quietly. Furthermore, VSD models can operate up to 60% more efficiently than fixed-speed compressors, saving significant energy expenses over the lifetime of your machine.
Variable-speed drives (VSDs) are motor controllers that transform standard AC power into variable frequency and monitor operating conditions like ambient temperature and oil levels to optimise compressor performance and protect from overheating or overcurrent. When properly installed and configured, VSDs provide maximum benefit.
Atlas Copco’s G-series compressors provide reliable sources of high-quality oil-free air for use at temperatures up to 46 °C and come equipped with an intuitive PACE system, helping prevent contamination, operational downtime, and energy consumption costs while lowering maintenance expenses.
Our GA VSDS model of VSD air compressors is our latest offering in our VSD air compressor series. These modern compressors can be tailored specifically to meet your air system requirements using our SMARTLINK monitoring technology and its 4.3-inch Elektronikon Touch display, offering real-time data on performance and energy usage as well as optimisation tips that may save both money and resources in future systems.
Atlas Copco’s most energy-efficient variable-speed drive compressor uses only half as much energy compared to a similar-sized fixed-speed model and therefore makes an ideal choice for workshops or smaller operations.
Atlas Copco has introduced another portable air compressor to their family. The XAS 188 from Atlas Copco is another robust yet lightweight machine equipped with a HardHat canopy to protect it against harsh environmental conditions and 110% fluid containment to prevent oil spillage from the compressor itself. Furthermore, this unit can accommodate two 90-pound breakers at once to enable construction crews to power all handheld tools simultaneously with just one compressor unit.
Digital displays
Smart air compressors can be game-changers for your business. They can help improve operational efficiencies and increase profitability while cutting energy costs—an expense most businesses bear. From portable to stationary air compressors, there is sure to be one intelligent solution available that fits perfectly into your needs.
Atlas Copco XAS 188 portable compressor stands out as an example. Featuring an integrated controller to replace manual gauges typically seen on portable compressors, its simple graphic display makes monitoring operating parameters such as pressure, fuel level and running time easy for users. In addition, warnings for potential failures or service requirements are displayed clearly on screen.
Temperature sensors are another must in an air compressor. They monitor both inlet and discharge temperatures as well as oil and compressor coolant temperatures to provide valuable insight into their condition and when maintenance needs to be performed. Furthermore, temperature sensors help save money on energy usage by matching compressor speed with demand.
Industrial air compressors can be expensive investments that will play a key role in your factory’s bottom line for many years to come. But initial capital costs account for only a portion of overall lifecycle costs; actual costs stemming from energy use account for as much as 70% or more of your total expenditures. Atlas Copco VSD machines feature unparalleled energy efficiency thanks to their innovative design. Their variable-speed drive motors automatically adapt according to compressed air demand, decreasing energy usage by 35% while simultaneously cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
SMARTLINK collects live data from your compressed air equipment and converts it into clear insights, helping you keep an eye on uptime and energy efficiency at one glance. With this system, you can check performance on either your computer or mobile device, receive alerts about immediate problems that need addressing immediately, and create customised reports based on working conditions in your factory.
SMARTLINK
When selecting an industrial air compressor, several factors should be taken into account. These include air quality and filtration requirements; ducting and ventilation needs; national and industry standards to meet; as well as any compliance needs that need to be fulfilled. These requirements will ultimately influence which model from Atlas Copco you select for your application.
The oil-injected rotary screw G series compressors are compact yet powerful compressors that operate up to 46 °C, offering high-quality compressed air at a reduced total cost of ownership. Easy maintenance makes these compressors perfect for next-generation connectivity as well as providing high levels of compressed air quality for high-quality sources of compressed air production.
Our GA 75-110 VSD+ portable industrial air compressor was designed with efficiency in mind. Its innovative vertical design makes it more compact and energy efficient than comparable compressors of its size, cutting energy consumption and noise levels while simultaneously improving performance and decreasing maintenance and energy costs. Furthermore, this model comes equipped with an advanced variable-speed drive and an intelligent permanent magnet motor to enhance performance while cutting energy consumption and maintenance costs.
Atlas Copco revolutionised compressor use four decades ago when they unveiled the first compressors with variable speed drive technology—something that revolutionised how they’re used today. VSD adjusts motor speeds according to compressed air demand and thus lowers energy costs as well as the total cost of ownership, now becoming an industry standard.
The XAS 188 portable compressor is an innovative addition to the portable compressor family, providing a comprehensive solution for construction applications. Boasting superior efficiency and easy servicing via spin-on filters that require no special tools, the XAS 188 is also built to be environmentally friendly, with features such as its hardhat canopy and 110% fluid containment undercarriage that protect it from harsh working environments.
Duty cycle
The compressor duty cycle is one of the key specifications to keep in mind when selecting a unit for your business. It represents how long an inert gas compressor can operate continuously without overheating and is often expressed as a percentage; this refers to how long before rest or cool-down is necessary; for example, one with a 50% duty cycle means it can only remain active for 30 minutes out of every hour, needing time off before restarting its activity again for 45 minutes of each hour before rest or cool-down is required; half an hour off will allow its efficiency as an indication.
Maintaining awareness of your company’s air demand and pressure requirements is critical to efficient operations and maximising productivity. Each machine within your workplace will require different amounts of compressed air. To accurately ascertain this data before selecting an Atlas Copco air compressor, A good way to ascertain this demand is to calculate CFM (cubic feet per minute). Once this information is in hand, select one with sufficient capacity that meets these specifications.
The power requirements of your equipment should also be a top consideration. Most air compressors have a kilowatt rating that indicates their energy consumption; you can find this figure on their specification sheet.
Furthermore, some models utilise variable-speed drive technology that reduces energy use by adapting motor speeds according to demand.
The budget should also be taken into consideration. Compressors with higher duty cycles may cost more upfront but will ultimately be cheaper to run over time. Furthermore, you should anticipate expansion within your operations by choosing models like Atlas Copco’s ZH+ oil-free centrifugal air compressors, designed specifically to handle increased air demand, that are capable of handling it.
Selecting the ideal Atlas Copco compressor for your business depends on various considerations, including application, workspace, power requirements, budget, and brand reputation. Furthermore, energy efficiency and environmental impact should also be kept in mind; an Atlas air compressor equipped with VSD can save up to 35% in energy usage costs, which could significantly lower operating costs.
