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Compressed Air Systems Evaluation And Improvement, Lukas Swoboda
Compressed Air Systems Evaluation And Improvement, Lukas Swoboda
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This project was centered on recommending a new air compressor system for the Fluid System Connectors division of Parker Hannifin in Otsego, Michigan. The recommended compressor for the plant is a 250hp variable speed drive Ingersoll Rand Compressor. It is recommended that this compressor, along with two 35hp compressors already purchased by Parker be tied together using an automated system. In addition to the compressor, a flow controller was recommended to be implemented into the system.
Given that leaks are also a problem in the system, it is recommended that the majority of air leaks in the system be fixed …