2015

5 Smart Industrial Air Compressor Safety Tips for Novice Jobsite Managers

As a novice jobsite manager, your main safety focus may remain centered on the cutting, drilling and welding equipment used throughout the site. Industrial air compressors, on the other hand, are commonly regarded as a relatively safe piece of equipment. As a result, the safety culture surrounding the use of this industrial equipment type may be somewhat lax. Unfortunately, without close adherence to safety standards, an uptick in preventable equipment failures or workplace accidents may occur.…

How To Minimize Compressed Air Leaks By Installing Press Fittings At Air Line Joints

It is estimated that around one-fourth of the compressed air in an average system is lost to leaks. This is a costly waste of energy, given the expense of operating compressors, and it is something that can be prevented in most situations. Most compressed air loss occurs at the joints between pipes, and it is often due to inadequate threaded connections or other failing connectors. The relatively-recent innovation of pressed fittings are a solution for leaky joints between air pipes, and below is how to install them in your system:…

Hi, my name is Mark and I've worked at an industrial plant for many years. Part of my job duties is to order the supplies and equipment that are needed at the plant. When placing an order, I always keep safety a top priority to keep accidents and injuries from occurring. I periodically inspect the safety supplies and equipment at the plant to ensure they're in perfect working order. My goal for this blog is to provide industrial plant owners and employees all the information they need to keep their workplace safe. I hope you enjoy reading this information and that it helps you to have a safer working environment.