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Why Dry Air?

A compressor takes in atmospheric air loaded with contaminants and moisture. At 75°F/23.9°C and 75% relative humidity, a 500 SCFM/850 NM³/HR air compressor takes in about 90 gallons/340.6 liters of water in vapor form during a 24-hour period.

An efficient after-cooler can condense about half the moisture in a system. As the air flows from the compressor into the distribution lines, it cools. The vapor condenses causing rust, scale, and ultimately leaks in pipes, valves, instruments, and air-operated tools and equipment. Moreover, when exposed to freezing temperatures, the moisture in air lines will freeze and restrict air flow.

A typical Pioneer dryer pays for itself in less than a year by reducing and eliminating maintenance costs and downtime.

How often do you recommend the Desiccant be replaced?

We recommend that the Desiccant should be changed once a year.

Our units can go upto 3 years with out needing the change the desiccant. This is all dependent on your compressor and how old it is, if it has oil blow by, ect…

The best way to have an idea on when you should change the desiccant is to have a dew point meter on your unit. When you track a pressure drop on the dew point meter from the last time the desiccant was installed.

Contact us if this does not Answer your question.

How often should you test your Biogas?

Biogas composition from a landfill or waterwater treatment plant (digestar gas) can change quickly. Therefore, you should test a sample of your biogas once every six months.