Tag Archives: compressed air
Air Compressors in the Mining Industry
Australia is the world's largest exporter of coal, iron ore, lead, diamonds, rutile, zinc and zirconium, the second largest of gold and uranium, and third largest of aluminium. Due to the inherent dangers of the industry, mining companies need to use top-of-the-line equipment in terms of both performance and reliability. Nearly all mining operations rely on compressed air [...]
Working Safely with Compressed Air
Compressed air is an energy source, used throughout industries for various purposes. However, if it is not used correctly it can be fatal. Compressed air may be stored in cylinders and air receivers or generated by compressors; and can be delivered via a regulator, air line and air hoses to air tools and equipment. Safety [...]
CASE STUDY 13 | Quaker Oats
Quaker Oats Australia Pty Ltd is Australia’s leading manufacturer and supplier of quality oat products for human consumption in 25 kg process formed bags and bulk in container. The Challenge Quaker Oats wanted two systems that would provide the air supply for an initial increase in production as well as all future additions. Key [...]
What Size Refrigerated Dryer Should I Buy?
Although it seems obvious, sizing a compressed air dryer is not as simple as merely matching the size of the air compressor. When you are based somewhere like Western Australia, you need to understand that we have a wide range of temperatures over the year so you need to ensure that your dryer can perform [...]
Maintaining Your Peace of Mind
Let’s face it. At some point, no matter how high quality the product is, equipment or machinery will break down. Breakdowns can have major impacts on the efficiency of your production which in a worst-case scenario, can cost your business thousands of dollars. While breakdowns are inevitable, regular and professional air compressor maintenance assures the [...]
NPS a Finalist in the 10th Fremantle Business Awards
Nessco Pressure Systems (NPS) are pleased to announce they have been nominated as a finalist in the 10th Fremantle Business Awards. The awards recognise small, medium and large businesses, and the impact they have on the Fremantle community. Managing Director, Owen West, commented “We’re very proud to be nominated as a finalist in the prestigious [...]
The Potential Dangers of Air Receivers
Are the potential dangers of air receivers just a bit of hot air? When comparing electricity or gas compressed air and air receiver systems, you’d be forgiven for thinking that compressed air presents very little danger. However, the reality is that compressed air brings its own set of serious issues to deal with. Air receiver tanks, in particular, present [...]
CASE STUDY 12 | UWA Nitrogen Testing Equipment Install
NPS recently installed Nitrogen testing equipment at the UWA School of Agriculture and Environment – Soil Science Department. The nitrogen line services bespoke pressure chambers in the university laboratory which ultimately measures soil water retention for applications in land capabilities and soil health. Application for soil water retention curves is most often used in land [...]