This Week’s Spotlight: Custom-Made ADN ISO 21287 Compact Cylinders

We are excited to introduce a new manufactured product available for custom orders: the ADN ISO 21287 double-acting compact cylinder! Proudly manufactured in-house, these cylinders can be tailored to meet your specific requirements, ensuring precision and efficiency for a variety of applications. ? Key Features: ? Common Applications: If you’re looking for reliable, custom solutions […]

This Week’s Shipment: 6” Double-Acting Knife Gate Valves

This week, Air System Controls shipped out another batch of our popular 6” double-acting knife gate valves. These valves are designed for industries that demand precise fluid control and reliability, from mining to wastewater treatment. But what makes this specific valve so effective, and why are they used across so many heavy-duty applications? What is […]

Servicing Compressors: Why Are They Essential?

1. Optimizing Performance:   – Efficiency: Regular maintenance ensures that the compressor operates at its peak efficiency. Over time, components such as filters, lubricants, and cooling systems can degrade or become clogged, reducing the compressor’s ability to maintain optimal pressure levels.   – Energy Savings: A well-maintained variable speed compressor can adjust its speed more effectively, leading […]

Pneumatic Systems and Cold Weather: Challenges and Solutions

Pneumatic systems play a crucial role in various industries, powering tools and equipment through compressed air. However, these systems can face challenges when operating in cold weather conditions. As temperatures drop, the performance of pneumatic systems can be compromised. The Impact of Cold Weather on Pneumatic Systems Solutions to Cold Weather Challenges in Pneumatic Systems […]

Air System Controls: Christmas Opening Hours

The holiday season is upon us, and at Air System Controls, we are embracing the spirit of Christmas. As we prepare to spend quality time with our loved ones, we want to inform our valued customers about our Christmas opening hours. Our team will be taking a well-deserved break to recharge and enjoy the festivities […]

Blasts of Fun: Exploring Five Unexpected Uses of Pneumatic Systems

Pneumatic systems, driven by compressed air, are more than just workhorses in industrial settings. These systems have found their way into various unexpected and fun applications. Let’s take a look at five ways pneumatic systems add a burst of excitement to our lives. 1. Pneumatic Mail Tubes in Offices: Imagine sending your letters and small […]

Explained: Pneumatic Hoses – A Guide to Hoses for Seamless Airflow in Every Application

In pneumatic systems, hoses play a critical role in conveying compressed air or other gases between various components, such as valves, actuators, cylinders, and air compressors. The choice of hose type depends on factors like the application, operating conditions, pressure requirements, and the specific gases being transported. Here are some common types of hoses used […]

Explained: Compressor Servicing – Ensuring Reliable Performance and Extended Lifespan

Compressors are the workhorses of many industries, providing compressed air for a wide range of applications. To maintain their optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability, regular servicing of compressors is essential. Importance of Compressor Servicing: Key Compressor Servicing Tasks: Benefits of Compressor Servicing: Compressor servicing is a proactive approach to ensure the reliable operation, energy […]

Explained: Permanent Magnet, Screw and Oil Free Compressors

Permanent Magnet Compressor: A permanent magnet compressor, also known as a variable-speed drive (VSD) compressor or inverter compressor, utilizes a permanent magnet motor to drive the compression process. Key features of a permanent magnet compressor include: Screw Compressor: A screw compressor is a type of positive displacement compressor that uses two interlocking rotors to compress […]