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Managing losses in compressed air systems

Published:  03 July, 2019

Monitoring compressed air usage within industrial applications has become increasingly important as the associated costs continue to rise dramatically. Compressed air systems are often the largest excess user of electricity for a business, with air leaks or poorly performing components contributing to a significant amount of wasted energy.

In this age of energy efficiency to ensure a greener footprint, it is becoming more important for all business's to identify and rectify any potential energy wastage situations. Problem areas in compressed air systems can be identified by fitting thermal mass flow meters, strategically positioned to calculate outflow generated air with downstream usage. BELL FLOW SYSTEMS offer a range of thermal mass flow meters designed for measurement of compressed air and Nitrogen. 

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