Different types of regulations
Depending on your region / country; mobile compressors have to comply to several types of regulations. Some examples:
- emission regulations (for example Stage V in Europe and Tier4Final in US)
- vessel regulations
- road homologation
- Max sound levels
- and many more
Do you know the current and future emission regulations that will impact you?
Local working conditions
Mobile compressors are often operating in though circumstances. It's crucial they are designed to be reliable, no matter where they are operating. In order to guarantee a reliable performance, it is advised to be clear on the specific working conditions.
The elements
Rain, high or low temperature, humitidy, sun, dust, wind... all elements can really harm any mobile compressor. When selecting a compressor; make sure to check for following features.
- A PE canopy: compared to metal, a polyetheleen canopy will increase the lifetime of your compressor as it is less prone to damage
- Cold weather options:
- C3 certified corrosion resistant paint: check whether the metal parts of the canopy are protected against corrosion. The right protection will avoid corrosion creep.
- Inlet filters: contrary to stationary compressors, mobile compressors need increased protection from dust or other particles in the inlet air.
- IP ratig of controllers and other electronic connections: this will indicate the protection level against dust and humidity.
Altitude
Not every compressor can operate at high altitude levels. Make sure to mention the maximum operating altitude in the selection process.
Ambient temperature
Zone 2
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Select the right compressor for your application
Selecting the right compressor can be cumbersome as there are many factors to consider. A logistic start is your application that determins the required pressure, flow and air quality. But are you also considering your operation and organisation? Number of operators, working sites, utilization rate, required transport and storage can all determin which compressor is the best fit for your need.
The impact of location on compressor selection
Depending on your region / country; mobile compressors have to comply to several types of regulations. Some examples: emission regulations (for example Stage V in Europe and Tier4Final in US), vessel regulations, road homologation, max sound levels and many more.