Here are a few guidelines on how to keep your reciprocating air compressor working optimally. No matter what brand of oil-lubricated reciprocating compressor you own, doing the following three things on a regular basis will extend its working life helping to ensure a trustworthy tool for years to come: Change lubricant quarterly Purge water from…
Compressed Air is an integral part of the Fabricated Metals Industry. Premier Tool Grinding manufacturer of carbide cutting tools uses our NxB22 along with our RNE Dryer and CF Filtration system. See how we assist companies like Premier Tool in the Fabricated Metals Industry. Many processes and applications continue to use inefficient devices to deliver…
Previously we discussed The 6 Types of Basic Individual Compressor Controls to learn about the differences, but how do you determine which controls you would want for your compressor? To help with this decision here are few pros and cons of the basic air compressor controls: Start/Stops Pros Simple control using only a pressure switch…
FS-Curtis and Arizona Air Compressor are proud to be the sponsor of Matt Ludlow aka Coldwater Kid. Check out some behind the scenes footage of the Coldwater Kid and the whole Top Fuel Race Team. The Coldwater Kid Top Fuel team is heading into their seventh season of competition in sand drag racing. The Family…
Compressor controls are designed to match compressor delivery with compressed air demand, by maintaining the compressor discharge pressure within a highly specified range. This discharge pressure should be set as low as possible to minimize the energy usage. Compressor systems are typically composed of multiple compressors delivering air to a common plant air header. The…
With high summer temperatures here we recommend you make sure your rotary compressor is prepared for the hot climate. For a little guidance we have 4 tips to keep your rotary compression at peak performance during the summer. Lubricant and Coolant Levels Is your lubricant and coolant low? Is it due for a fluid and filters…
WOW! Look at this customer testimonial on our CA Series 7.5HP Vertical Unit! Installed in 2002 and still going strong! Now that’s trusted, dependable and reliable! See the full review here! CA Series compressors aren’t just built to handle harsh environments – they’re also available in a wide range of configurations to meet your exact…
Check out our 5 Start review on Air Compressors Direct about out CTS Series Garagemate! See the full review here! FS-Curtis offers a full line of Single Stage and Reciprocating Air Compressors designed for the small shop and the contractor! Download our full brochure on the CTS Series
Press Release: St Louis, MO, May 4, 2016– FS-Curtis/Curtis-Toledo, Inc., a leading manufacturer of reciprocating and rotary air compressors since 1854 has announced that their Nx Series of Rotary Air Compressors has been awarded the prestigious Plant Engineering Product of the Year GOLD Award. The Nx series rotary-screw air compressor features the iCommand-Touch controller—an intelligent…
On our path to becoming the most trusted and dependable compressed air equipment provider in North America, we at FS-Curtis have just taken another major step forward. FS-Curtis is proud to announce the newest addition to our Nx Rotary Screw Air Compressor Series. The Nx18-37 kW (25-50 hp), is now available in Variable Speed Drive!…
