FLIR: better detection of compressed air leakage

FLIR has a new acoustic camera for industrial use. The Si1-LD enables faster and more accurate detection of compressed air leaks, even if budgets for condition monitoring are rather modest.

In compressed air systems, 25 to 30 per cent of air is typically lost through leaks, leading to correspondingly higher energy bills, costly unplanned production downtime and shorter compressor life. However, the purchase of additional compressor capacity leads to increased maintenance costs for these replacement units.

"Operators of many manufacturing and process plants are finding that their energy bills are creeping up due to leaking compressed air systems, significantly increasing operating costs and reducing profit margins," says Darrell Taylor, Global Acoustic Business Development Manager at FLIR. "For those looking to detect leaks quickly and easily with minimal training for technicians, our new Si1-LD acoustic camera is a fast and accurate solution that supports sustainable industrial production." The new device reduces energy consumption and helps to save on maintenance, repair, operating and capital costs. With a minimum leak rate [MDLR] of 0.01 l/min from a distance of 2.5 m, the Si1-LD offers a good combination of performance and ease of use.

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