Did you know that cold weather can be of influence on the condition of your compressed air installation and compressed air? Ambient temperature has a large influence on both. Be sure to prevent specific problems with low temperatures.
With low ambient temperatures, the chances of condensation are very high. The moment water vapor in your compressed air installation condensates (dewpoint) is related directly to the ambient temperature. Condensation in compressed air is unwanted because it can cause big damage to piping, tools and other appliances. This can lead to breakdowns, air leakages and thus excessive costs.
Because of cold ambient air, the operating temperature of your compressor stays low, resulting in moisture in the oil. This has negative consequences on lubrication of your machine, and may cause malfunction or breakdown.
When temperatures are very low, compressed air piping, condensate drains and filters can freeze over. Even the aftercooler of your compressor can freeze and break down, because the freezing cold hits the cooler directly via the cooling air vent. Be sure to prevent this by putting your cooling air vent to a winter-level.
By using adsorption dryers or compressed air dryers a lot of issues with winter cold can be prevented. ALUP can advise you on the right steps to make sure your compressed air installation is ready for the cold season. Contact your local customer center for more information.