Selecting the right size for your industrial air compressor

As you may know, industrial air compressors come in a variety of sizes to meet different industrial application needs. If you have fluctuating air flow demands throughout your day, a variable speed drive (VSD) air compressor might be the right choice.

Unlike fixed speed air compressors, the motor speed of a VSD adapts depending on the air flow needed for your application. Additionally, these machines run at reduced speeds when demand is low, meaning lower energy usage and costs versus a fixed speed model. 

Since air compressors make up as much as 40% of a company’s electricity expenses, you could greatly save on operational costs with a VSD. In fact, the latest generation of Atlas Copco GA VSD^S can reduce energy expenses by as much as 60%.

Atlas Copco VSD compressor meet a wide range of flow requirements. In addition, they avoid the typically large regulation gaps of fixed speed compressors. If you require a multiple compressor set-up, it pays off to include at least one VSD to optimize your factory.

As pointed out above, VSD air compressors are useful for a wide range of industries and applications with a fluctuating air flow demand. This adaptability comes in handy for those who use an air compressor for multiple industrial applications.

For maximum versatility, Atlas Copco VSD air compressors come in a range of sizes to best meet your needs. If you require a compact, powerful machine, our up to 30kw models are built for nearly any small to medium size task.

You can even use a VSD air compressor in conjunction with a fixed speed air compressor as part of an entire system.

When deciding between a large or small air compressor, it's important to consider your pressure requirements. If you need to push or move heavy objects, a big machine with lots of force is likely the solution. To determine size, you’ll also need to calculate how much air flow you’ll need on a daily basis. 

Although it might seem smart to plan for future expansion, investing in a machine that’s too big for your needs could be wasteful. As always, our team is here to help evaluate your air flow needs and guide you through the process.

When purchasing Atlas Copco's industrial air compressors, you'll receive a high quality, durable machine. In addition, we offer comprehensive maintenance and service plans to meet most budgets.

Our VSD air compressors come with the latest innovations and technology to fit in any smart factory.

Feel free to contact our team today to learn more about our full range of industrial air compressors.