Compressed air leakages cause air loss without reaching the usage point produced by the compressor. This situation is used to work longer than compressors and...
Effect of Air Leakage on System
Compressed air leakages cause air loss without reaching the use point of the air produced by the compressor. This leads compressors to longer work and increase energy costs.
Leakages are not only creating energy loss. The fluctuation of system pressure can also cause production equipment to function irregularly and the compressor capacity to appear insufficient.
Where Do Leaks Occur?
Quick fasteners, hoses, pneumatic cylinders, valves, filter connections and pipeline joints are common leakage points. The old lines left under pressure can also consume a significant amount of air.
Detecting small leaks by ear in noisy production environments is difficult. Therefore, systematic leakage screening using ultrasonic measuring devices provides more reliable results.
Leak Management Must Be Continuous
It does not provide permanent solution to remove leakage once. New leakages may occur due to vibration, temperature change, equipment movements and relaxation of connections over time.
The creation of periodic leakage control program allows the recording of the leaks that are removed and the reporting of the saved, the energy efficiency is becoming sustainable.
