As a compressor is only one component in a compressed air system, true efficiency can only be achieved by looking at the bigger picture. Atlas Copco smart AIR solutions are complete systems optimized for energy performance, reliability, and output quality. Smart Air solutions are based on a range of class-leading compressed air products, fully optimized to work better together for the most efficient and reliable combination of a compressor with our air and gas equipment. These solutions can include dryers, filters, controllers, energy recovery systems, nitrogen or oxygen generators, air receivers, coolers, or boosters specified to your needs. If you have multiple compressors, the combination of machines is important for the efficiency of the complete system. And if you have three or more compressors, a central controller will allow smarter, more effective control than individual controllers.
Smart AIR solutions: class-leading compressed air products
Central controllers
Central control reduces both the average pressure band and the operating pressure of your machines. A pressure reduction of 1 bar (14.5 psi) lowers energy consumption by 7% and air leakages by 13%. Multiple functions are embedded in the Optimizer 4.0 which regulate pressure, capacity, and speed.
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A = Net pressure
B = Average pressure
C = Min. system pressure
Reliable, energy-efficient compressors
All smart AIR solutions start with selection of the correct components in the correct combination. Choosing energy-efficient compressors and paying special attention to the mix of compressors are major factors. Our soundproof design contributes to a better working environment around the compressors. Low maintenance is also a priority to reduce machine downtime and improve the availability of compressed air.
Variable Speed Drive (VSD) compressors
In most applications, demand for compressed air varies widely. Adding one or multiple VSD compressors will significantly improve the energy efficiency of the total installation, the stability of compressed air pressure, and reliability, thanks to more the stable regime of each machine.
Ventilation
Compressors generate heat. Adequate evacuation of this heat will improve the performance of compressors and dryers alike.
Air receiver
Even with a VSD compressor, an appropriately sized buffer tank for compressed air will help smooth out variations in demand and stabilize operating conditions. This enhances both energy efficiency and reliability.
Compressed air dryers
Choosing the right dryer technology for the specific compressed air quality requirement is essential to ensure the reliability and energy efficiency of the entire set-up. Our Full Feature concept integrates the best dryer for the installation and process. The benefits include reduced installation cost, time, and complexity; integrated control of dryers and compressors; and a reduction in connecting pipes, which decreases the chance of leakages and extra pressure drops. Full Feature solutions also save significant space in the compressor room.
Compressed air filters
The correct filter grade to correspond with air quality requirements is an important part of a smart AIR solution. This goes hand-in-hand with correct filter maintenance to protect the reliability of the installation and increase energy efficiency.