Who needs an air dryer?

If your facility relies on compressed air, then you are a candidate for an air dryer. Call MRS for more information today!

Why do you need an air dryer?

Did you know that at 75 degrees Fahrenheit and 75% relative humidity, with an air compressor generating 100 cubic feet of air per minute for 8 hours, approximately 8 gallons of water are generated into the airline system? This begins during the compression stage, and the water is in a vapor state. As the compressed air travels down stream, the air cools to or below it’s pressure dew point and the vapor becomes a liquid.

This liquid is a corrosive water that contaminates all the metal components in which it contacts, such as pipes, traps, valves, gauges, pneumatic tools, machinery, and instruments. The liquid not only contaminates metal, but also removes any lubricants that may be used. The condensed water and hydrocarbons from the compressor’s lubricating oil mix together and become a form of acid. This acid spoils paint finishes and causes more frequent filter element changes.

MRS recommends using an air dryer with your system to eliminate any of this from happening to your equipment. Although we sell, install, and service all brands of refrigerated and desiccant air dryers, we recommend the CompAir-Kellogg and Great Lakes brands. Contact MRS for all your air dryer needs!

*Any services that you may need can be provided on-site.

Ask about our Custom Pro-Active Maintenance Plans for your air dryers. With routine preventive maintenance and guaranteed response times for repairs, we can cut "down time" and save your company thousands of dollars per year.