How can I prevent leaks in my air compressor?

Air compressor leaks may be a source of lost energy in any system of a compressor’s output. Worse, a badly maintained compressor might have a leak rate of up to 20% of its compressed air output capacity. A compressor leak causes a reduction in system pressure, causing tools to perform less effectively, run longer, and have a shorter life cycle. Increased run-time puts greater load on the system and might result in increased maintenance and unplanned downtime. Know How Much Are Compressed Air Leaks Costing my Facility

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  • Leak Detection: Your Company should set up a programme to detect and eliminate leaks. This may be as easy as strolling around the plant during a non-production period and fixing loud leaks, using a soap and water solution to visually locate leaks, or utilising an ultrasonic leak detector to more accurately pinpoint the source of an air leak and discover leaks.
  • Seek, identify, and fix the leak: Once you have identified and “tagged” the leaks, schedule their repair. Once rectified, do an audit to confirm the leak has been plugged and activities are flowing smoothly. A documented leak repair procedure is helpful in determining the core causes of leaks.

  • Employee Training: Employee education is one approach of preventing air leaks or incorrect compressed air applications. Educate your staff about the financial impact of a leak. Some facilities have even implemented programmes that compensate staff for reporting air leaks in particular departments. Learn How Much Are Compressed Air Leaks Costing my Facility?

 Air leaks and inefficient compressed air usage will continue to grow, thus it is critical to note that these must also be fixed on a regular basis. A leak prevention programme should be part of a larger programme aimed at enhancing compressed air system performance.