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T = Time (Min) V = Receiver Volume (ft^3) P2 = Final Receiver Pressure (PSI) P2 = Initial Receiver Pressure (PSI) C = Compressor Production (CFM) PO = Atmospheric Pressure [...]
2023 Compressed Air Leak Detection
Compressed air is a critical utility in many industrial applications, and it is widely used to power various machines and equipment. However, it is not uncommon for [...]
Compressed Air Receiver Tanks
Compressed air receiver tanks play a crucial role in the efficiency and reliability of compressed air systems. These tanks act as a temporary storage solution for compressed [...]
Types of Air Filters for Your Compressed Air System
Compressed air filters are essential components of a compressed air system as they help to remove impurities and contaminants, such as oil, dirt, and moisture, from the [...]
Variable Displacement and Variable Speed Drive Compressors
Compressed air systems are a vital component of many industrial processes, and they come in a variety of types and designs. Two of the most common types are variable [...]
Air Compressor Control Methods
When is comes to Compressor Control Methods, there are more options than simply “Variable Speed” or “Fixed Speed.” With Variable Speed (also called Variable Frequency [...]
Should You Replace or Repair a Down Air Compressor?
Sometimes your compressor goes down due to old age and sometimes it’s just needs routine maintenance and replacement of some standard parts, but it can be difficult to [...]
Gardner Denver’s L-Series Air Compressors
Gardner Denver has a long history of manufacturing compressed air equipment. With their L-Series line of products, Gardner Denver has uniquely combined simplicity with [...]
Thermostatic Mixing Valves
The thermostatic mixing valve is needed for when the compressor is still cold (after stop) or when it is running in very cold conditions (winter). When the compressor oil is [...]
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Compressed Air Systems & Cold Weather
In the winter, especially in the mid-west , if your system is not in a heated indoor environment, ambient air temperatures may drop below freezing. When this happens, your [...]
Air Compressor Can’t Build or Maintain Pressure?
When your compressed air system fails to provide sufficient pressure, whether that be for auto body painting and detailing or powering a city-wide transit network, your [...]
Nitrogen Generators – the Cost Benefit
The question we are asked most often when proposing a Nitrogen Generation system is, “Why? What we are doing is working.” 1. Cost Efficient In the Midwest, having [...]
Line Reactors – What & Why
What is a Line Reactor? Line Reactors used in air compressor installations increase in system reliability by acting as interface buffers between solid state power circuits [...]
New Equipment Catalog – Properly Selecting Your New Equipment
Whether you are replacing an existing compressor, adding to your existing system, or starting from scratch, having the properly sized air compressor will save you from [...]
Best-Aire: Different Types of Compressed Air Dryers
When it comes to Compressed Air Dryers there are two types that make up the majority of the units in the field: Refrigerated & Desiccant. Each have their own advantages [...]
Best-Aire: Pressure Loss Due to Excess Hose
The final distance connecting the end-use-equipment to the compressed air system is fondly referred to as the “last dirty thirty”. This is because the final 30 feet is [...]
Service Technician – Indianapolis, IN
Best Aire Compressor Services Inc. is seeking a Compressed Air Technician to join our team at our Millbury, Ohio location. Best-Aire is a leader in the distribution of [...]
Service Technician – Millbury, OH
Best Aire Compressor Services Inc. is seeking a Compressed Air Technician to join our team at our Millbury, Ohio location. Best-Aire is a leader in the distribution of [...]
Where Should Your Air Compressor be Installed?
The placement of your air compressor within your facility is one of the top considerations when designing your air system, and therefore there are several elements your must [...]
Oil Analysis – A Necessary Routine
Why get an Oil Analysis? A detailed Oil Analysis Report will give information regarding external contamination, which will give an insight to the ambient conditions that [...]
The Dangers of Oil Carryover in Your Compressed Air System
All oil flooded rotary machines will have a small amount of oil carryover. The expected amount of oil carryover will vary based on the model. On average, this is will [...]
Compressed Air: Tank Size Calculator for Intermittent Demand
Compressed Air demand is not always steady. You could be consuming 1,000 CFM for 5 minutes and then have a 1min intermittent demand of 1,500 CFM. Instead of being sized for [...]
Relationship Between PSI & CFM
In addition to HP/kW, air compressors are also rated based on their air flow (CFM) as well as pressure (PSI). CFM and PSI is extremely important in any manufacturing [...]
Properly Sizing Your Compressed Air Dryer
A Compressed Air Dryer is commonly rated for a specific moisture level (Dew Point) for a certain volume of air flow (CFM). This flow rating is typically based on a set of [...]
Compressed Air Lubricant
The most important consumable of any oil-flooded air compressor is the lubricant. Without lubricant, your air compressor will fail immediately. With the wrong lubricant, you [...]
Compressed Air Systems & Freezing Temps
In the winter, especially in the mid-west , if your system is not in a heated indoor environment, ambient air temperatures may drop below freezing. When this happens, your [...]
SCFM to ACFM Calculator
The SCFM (Standard Cubic Feet per Minute) rating given to an air compressor will signify the flow under standardized conditions: 68 F, 0% relative humidity, and atmospheric [...]
Air 101: Determining Ideal Pipe Size
Determining the ideal pipe size for your system often doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Unfortunately, failing to properly plan your distribution channel can [...]
3 Ways an Air Leak Audit Will Save Your Money
Compressed air systems are invaluable assets in a wide range of industries, and while it is often an unavoidable business expense, air leaks could be siphoning more money out [...]
How to Properly Size Your Next Air Compressor
Whether you are replacing an existing compressor, adding to your existing system, or starting from scratch, having the properly sized air compressor will save you from [...]
Methods of Addressing a Fluctuation in Air Demand
Different methods of addressing a fluctuation in air demand. [...]
Utilizing Gardner Denver Finance for Your Next Equipment Purchase
WHY FINANCE? Gardner Denver has partnered with Commercial Industrial Finance to offer financing options to our customers. CI Finance is a national finance company that has [...]
Understanding Pressure Drop and It’s Cost
What Causes Pressure Drop? Any type of obstruction, restriction, or roughness in the system will cause resistance to air flow and cause pressure drop. This can be the result [...]
Moisture in Your Air System
Excess moisture in your air system can create issues for your air compressor system, as well as your equipment that utilize it. What Causes Moisture? Moisture is an [...]
Compressed Air Piping
What is the best material to use for a compressed air piping? Manufacturers have many options when it comes to selecting materials for their compressed air system. As with [...]
Best-Aire: Our Line of Rental Equipment
Our customers come to us with rental needs for a variety of reasons: unexpected equipment failure, planned outages and maintenance, seasonal peak demand, optimize [...]
Oil-Free / Oil-Less Air Compressors
When it comes to choosing between an oil-free or oil-less air compressor, you have both options with Best-Aire. Our line of Gardner Denver oil-free and oil-less compressors [...]
Positive Displacement Blowers & Vacuum Pumps
Positive displacement blowers are machines in which successive volumes of air or gas are confined within a closed space and elevated to a higher pressure. PD blowers are [...]
Cooler & Exchange Services
Best Aire CSI has a full service heat exchanger department for testing, cleaning and/or rebuilding of various type of tube and shell units, straight tube bundles, U-tube [...]
Understanding Energy Rebates
Making your compressed air system more efficient makes economical sense for many reasons. Reduction in operating costs, minimizing unnecessary wear and tear on your system, [...]
Air 101: Cottonwood’s Effect on Your Compressed Air System
1) Physical Damage to Your System – Overheating – Restricted air flow forces the system to exert more energy just to perform basic functions. This will [...]
9 Maintenance Tips for Your Compressed Air System
Now that you’ve invested in an air compressor to run your air tools and equipment, you’re going to have to learn how to keep your system at optimal performance. When [...]
2 Most Common Wet & Dry Storage Tank Misconceptions
Throughout my career in the compressed air industry I’ve noticed that there are a lot of misconceptions floating around regarding “Best Practices” by the end user. [...]
Dealing with the Reduced Demand of COVID-19
We contacted hundreds of customers many of which are experiencing the same pain points. Those who have stayed open during these uncertain times are experiencing reduced [...]
From Our President re: COVID-19: We’ve Got You Covered in these Difficult Times.
March 24, 2020 Valued Customer, We recognize that with the constantly changing COVID-19 situation around the world, this is an unprecedented time for everyone. With so much [...]
Air Compressor 101: How much maintenance does my air compressor require?
Essentially, there are four service milestones that need to be completed on your air compressor: Weekly Minor (2,000 hours) Interm (4,000 hours) Major (8,000 hours) [...]
Air Compressor 101: Will my compressor run on a generator?
The compressor should be able to run given the proper requirements, however we recommend not using a compressor with a generator as a long term solution. Generators have [...]
Air Compressor 101: What is the proper tank size?
The exact tank size you will need depends on the amount of CF that you need, at a given PSI, for a given amount of time. The benefit of a larger storage tank is that the air [...]
What is the most quiet air compressor built?
Q: What is the most quiet air compressor built? A: Gardner Denver Paradigm Compressors Over the last couple decades, Gardner Denver has emerged as the most innovative [...]
Air Compressor 101: What is the difference between single and two stage air compressors?
As the names indicates, the difference between the two is the number of stages the air goes through while being compressed. Single Stage Air Compressor As the compressor [...]
Air Compressor 101: How to deal with water in your compressed air system?
Anytime an air compressor draws in air, it is then compressed to about twelve (12) times normal atmospheric pressure. Moisture that is present as a vapor in air starts to [...]
Air Compressor 101: Rotary v. Reciprocating Compressors
At Best Aire we have a wide variety of compressors to fit customer specifications and needs, so it important to know some of the differences between compressors types. Two [...]
Air Audits – How to Reduce Energy Usage (and Costs)
There are two (2) primary audits you will want to get scheduled on an annual basis: Compressed Air Energy Audit Unlike the Compressed Air Survey, this audit involve logging [...]
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Resource Page with Calculations
Best Aire CSI, is now offering the following resources, for free, to the public. Below is just a sample of the calculation sheets that we have developed over the years, so if [...]