What is the Difference Between Compressing Nitrogen and Compressing Air?
Compressed nitrogen and compressed air both power critical industrial systems, but their different physical and chemical properties lead to important distinctions in compressor design, safety, and packaging.
Leveraging Section 179 & Section 168(k) Tax Benefits
Now is the perfect time to upgrade your facility with FS-Elliott compressors and control systems, thanks to powerful tax incentives under Section 179 and Section 168(k) of the U.S. Tax Code.
These tax provisions allow businesses to recover the cost of capital investments faster, meaning you keep more cash in your business while investing in performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Site Conditions to Consider When Sizing your Compressor
Centrifugal compressors provide compressed air for a wide range of applications across various industries, including food and beverage processing, petrochemical plants, and oil refineries. While flow and pressure requirements often drive initial selection, site conditions ultimately determine how the compressor performs in real operation.
Ambient conditions such as temperature, pressure, and humidity directly affect air density, which in turn impacts mass flow, power consumption, and achievable capacity
Types of Air Compressors – The Ultimate Cheat Sheet
The time has come to update your compressed air system, but with many options available, which type of air compressor is the best choice?
Boosting LNG Production Efficiency with FS-Elliott’s PAP Plus Compressor
FS-Elliott, a global leader in centfigual compressor technology, delivers high-performance air solutions engineered to optimize industrial operations. In the LNG production, where reliability and precision are paramount, the PAP Plus compressor delivers exceptional customization options and unwavering reliability. In this blog post, we explore the key features of the PAP Plus® compressor and its impact on enhancing LNG plant efficiency and reducing downtime
How are FS-Elliott and Elliott Turbomachinery Different?
The histories of Elliott Turbomachinery and FS Elliott begin in the same place but diverge across decades of innovation and corporate evolution.
The Benefits of Double Flow: Introducing the P650 DF
The Polaris® P650 DF delivers a unique solution for high-flow demands, doubling performance in a compact, efficient, and cost-effective package. Built on FS-Elliott’s 60+ years of oil-free air expertise, the P650 DF combines high capacity with unmatched efficiency and reliability, setting a new standard for industries demanding ISO 8573-1 Class 0 oil-free compressed air.
Compressed Air Costs: 7 Expenses That Every Manufacturer Should Track
A common mistake when purchasing an air compressor is choosing based on upfront capital cost alone, rather than considering the full cost of ownership. Because energy consumption and equipment maintenance can quickly drive up ownership costs, it is critical to understand what contributes to these expenses at your facility. To get started in your cost savings journey this year, you must first identify the following costs associated with your system.
What’s the Difference Between Inlet Guide Vanes vs. Inlet Butterfly Valves?
When evaluating the performance of a centrifugal compressor, few components have as much influence over energy efficiency and airflow control as the inlet control mechanism. Two common technologies, Inlet Guide Vanes (IGVs) and Inlet Butterfly Valves (IBVs), offer different approaches to managing inlet pressure and flow, each with its own impact on performance, energy use, and long-term operating costs.
How Often Should You Start and Stop an Air Compressor Motor?
In industrial environments where compressed air demand fluctuates, it’s common to start and stop the air compressor motor based on process needs. While this is standard practice, excessive or unnecessary cycling can damage internal components, especially the motor windings, and reduce long-term system reliability. Understanding how often is too often is key to protecting your compressor investment.