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Laser Cutting Process and Assist Gases

12 Μαρτίου 2024

Discover the benefits of using nitrogen in laser cutting and how it works.

What are compressor transient losses and why do they matter?

2 Ιανουαρίου 2024

There are 3 types of rotary screw compressors: fixed-speed, dual-speed, and variable speed drive (VSD). Compressor transient losses help explain the vast difference in energy efficiency between these 3 types.

What is a dual-speed compressor?

2 Ιανουαρίου 2024

Until 2023, there were two types of rotary screw compressors: fixed-speed compressors and models equipped with a variable speed drive (VSD). This year, Atlas Copco introduced the dual-speed compressor. This article answers the question, what is a dual-speed compressor? 

Components and stages of an oil water separator

10 Ιουλίου 2023

Compressor oil-water separators play a crucial role in protecting the environment from harmful oil pollution in wastewater. Here is how they work.

an illustration about the types of compressors for the atlas copco wiki.

A complete guide to the scroll compressor

10 Ιουλίου 2023

The scroll compressor is a positive displacement compressor that works by internal compression of air or gas. This type of compressor ensures a high level of reliability and requires low maintenance. Learn more!

an illustration about compressed air in the atlas copco air wiki.

Compressed Air Applications: Where is compressed air used?

5 Μαΐου 2023

Compressed air is all around us, but where is it used exactly? Discover the different ways compressed air is used and how it impacts our everyday lives.

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