Fresh Air | July 2025

Winter in Aotearoa often brings unpredictable weather, and these fluctuating temperatures can significantly impact your air compressor's efficiency. That’s why we’ve created this go-to guide for winter air compressor maintenance.

From condensation issues to corrosion, we’ve pulled together the most practical cold-weather air compressor tips to help you keep your system running smoothly all season long. Read on to winter-proof your setup and avoid unexpected downtime when you need your system the most.

In today’s smart manufacturing era, connectivity is crucial. With innovations like SMARTLINK, Atlas Copco NZ empowers production teams with real-time insights into air compressor performance, maintenance needs, and energy use.

These tools have already helped Kiwi manufacturers lower costs, reduce CO2 emissions, and streamline operations. Explore how integrated systems and smarter tools are redefining air compressor usage across New Zealand industries, contributing to significant compressed air system optimization.

Choosing the right central controller can unlock major benefits for your plant, from cost savings to predictive maintenance. Atlas Copco NZ offers tailored options, including Optimizer 4.0 and Equalizer 4.0, ideal for managing multiple compressors and dryers efficiently.

This quick guide helps you find the best-fit controller based on your 2025 production goals — whether it’s compressed air system optimisation, energy savings, or maintenance reduction.

Frequent PET bottle defects? Problems like overheating, inconsistent airflow, or oil contamination can cripple performance. This article outlines the most common issues and explains how a compressed air audit can help you stabilise and scale PET production.

So if you're facing problems like a loud and hot compressor room, air compressor vibration, this article addresses these issues. 

Every step of making wine is crucial. Last month we discussed the effects of oxygen in making great tasting wine and its relationship with nitrogen. The relationship with nitrogen and oxygen is a delicate balance and is key to making great-tasting wine.

In this article we discuss how nitrogen is used in wineries from bottling, to displacing oxygen and minimising chances of oxidation. Atlas Copco has helped wineries around the world generate and store their own nitrogen making their operations more efficient and sustainable. Read on to learn how we can help you enhance your wine making process.

In last month’s update, we explored ISO 8573-1. This time, we explain why air quality matters — especially in high-stakes production environments.

Atlas Copco’s AIRScan testing tool helps manufacturers track performance, avoid costly contamination, and comply with NZQA or food-safety standards in real time. This service can be an important part of your air compressor audit.

What makes your air compressor tick? Each part — from filters and motors to sensors and coolers — plays a role in smooth, efficient operation.

With New Zealand winters affecting system performance, this guide helps you prepare with timely maintenance, part selection, and advice on booking the right service plan, including an air compressor system check to address air compressor cold weather NZ issues