System Overview

• Comparison of Costs Between Electric vs. Air Motor for a 1 HP Application
• Why is Compressed Air so Inefficient
• Life Cycle Cost Analysis of a Compressor
• Plant Air Compressor Deliveries

Ratings

• How Are Compressors Rated?
• Potential Pitfalls of Failure to Apply Proper Ratings

Matching Loads

• Matching Compressors to Production Demands
• An Example of Multiple Compressor Sequencing

Leaks

• Compressed Air Flow Volumes for Various Sized Orifices
• Common Air Leaks and Misapplication
• Characteristics of Leaks

Leak Detection Program

• The Basics of a Leak Program
• Ultrasonic Leak Detectors

Testing System

• Performance Testing an Air Compressor
• Leak Testing an Air System
• Consumption Test of Compressed Air System
• Performance Curves
• Testing Purge Volume on a Desiccant Dryer

Calculating Leaks

• Annual Energy Savings

Performance

• Plant Air Compressor Deliveries
• Performance Curves
• Power Capacity Characteristics

Drying

• Is Dry, Dry Enough?
• After cooling and Moisture Separation
• Dual Tower Desiccant Air Dryers
• Refrigerated Dryer Overview

Air Receivers

• Locating and Sizing Air Receivers

Energy Efficient Alternatives

• Possible Energy Efficient Alternative Solutions to Common Air Uses
• Benefits of a Compressed Air Analysis
• Common Air Leaks and Misapplication
• Conclusions

Compressed Air Services Available

• No Two Air Systems Are Alike
  

Associated Links

• Compressed Air Challenge
  

For additional information or assistance, contact Kelly Beiermann, Nebraska Public Power District.

Note: We encourage requests from Nebraska customers. Businesses outside of Nebraska will be directed to their utility for further information.

Source: Airometrix Mfg., Inc. 1999-2003