When it comes to compressed air quality, the standard you choose impacts everything- your equipment, maintenance costs, and ultimately, the productivity and profitability of your operation.
That’s why more and more facilities are making the switch to Class 0.
Class 0 air is defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 8573-1) as the highest purity standard available. It is virtually free from oil, water, and particulate. The cleaner your air is, the better your equipment will perform and last. But the benefits don’t stop there.
Here are 3 advantages of Class 0 compressed air.
Improves System Efficiency
The quality of your air impacts every system it touches. By removing oil, water and particulate at the source, the downstream effects become measurable and significant.
Filters and dryers don’t need to work as hard. Pressure drop is minimized. Your compressor and pneumatic tools perform closer to their designed specifications. This results in faster cycle times, fewer interruptions, and less energy required to power the system.
When you stack the performance enhancements and energy savings on top of extended equipment life, Class 0 can become the most cost-effective choice.
Reduces Maintenance Costs
When oil is removed from the process entirely, instead of being filtered out after the fact, it has a remarkable impact on the wear and tear of your system. Oil doesn’t accumulate in pipes, valves, and filters over time. Seals and internal components wear more slowly. Dryers operate at peak performance.
Ultimately, this means less maintenance is required and fewer emergency breakdowns occur. In fact, Class 0 systems require 40% fewer service interventions compared to conventional oil-lubricated systems.
Protects Product Quality
Industries such as food processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing are legally required to use oil-free air to maintain safety and product quality standards. But any business can benefit from class 0 air.
When compressed air quality is a known, controllable variable, it’s easier to maintain productivity and stand behind the products leaving your facility. For operations pursuing ISO certification, upgrading to Class 0 is the clearest step they can take. For others, such as breweries and auto body shops, Class 0 ensures a quality product.
In addition, zero contamination can cut product rejection rates by up to 25%. What would that mean for your facility?
For more advantages of class 0 air, speak with one of our compressed air equipment specialists. Contact us today.
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