Industrial facilities use compressed air for a multitude of operations. Almost every industrial facility has at least two compressors, and in a medium-sized plant there may be hundreds of different uses of compressed air.
Vibration analysis is a powerful tool for predictive maintenance when deployed regularly (and early in the compressor's life cycle).
Condensate is something that is always present in a compressed air system, but it’s also a byproduct that needs to be removed.
MICHIGAN CITY, IND. (July 10, 2023) – Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC, an industry leader in innovative compressed air solutions since 1965, today announced a climate action performance update for fiscal year 2022.
Compressed Air Best Practices magazine recently interviewed Charlie) Takeuchi, President & Director of HIES, and John Randall, President & CEO of Hitachi Global Air Power to learn what the new name — and corresponding strategy
The History of Fireworks
The fireworks we see today are vastly different from when they first appeared in Asia in 200 BCE. They were an accidental discovery made when throwing bamboo sticks into fire.
Each year, an estimated 48 million people in the U.S. get sick from foodborne diseases, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Oil sampling is a great predictive maintenance tool to keep the compressor running reliably. Cody Leatherman, Product Manager of Consumable Products at Hitachi Global Air Power explains the ins and outs of oil sampling including how and how o
Portable air compressors, no matter the size or size of your company, are a major purchase. It is important to consider your options carefully before investing in such a vital and integral part of your operation.
When choosing to buy or rent your next air compressor there are many factors to consider. Usage, availability, total cost of ownership among others can impact which choice makes the most business sense.
What is IoT?
IoT, or the internet of things refers to the network of devices and/or machinery containing sensors, software and technologies enabling data to be shared over the internet.
The US Department of Energy estimates that the industrial sector accounts for more than one-third (approximately 36%) of total U.S.