MechChem Africa November-December 2024

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oil-free machines for the plastic manufacturer, one in Johannesburg and another in Cape Town. “We will also provide the necessary ongo ing service and maintenance support for the customer at both plants to ensure enhanced performance and longevity of the compressors,” affirms Jacobs. “Our capability to provide all essential sup port for this advanced compressed air technol ogy to customers in industries including food & beverage and plastics & packaging, underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering com prehensive, world-class air solutions to the local market,” concludes Jacobs. www.air-solutions.co.za

Turnkey support of next-gen ABC compressors Integrated Air Solutions, a prominent name in advanced air compression technology, equip ment and services, has reinforced its partner ship with global compressor manufacturer, ABC Compressors, by facilitating the installation and commissioning of two next-generation direct drive ABC machines for a prominent plastic manufacturer in South Africa. tenance requirements also drives up machine uptime and subsequently increases production levels.” With flow capacities of up to 6 000 m³/h, these direct drive compressors feature an ef ficient, horizontally opposed cylinder structure that virtually eliminates vibration. Jacobs points out that this innovative design enhances the lifespan of key components and offers a highly efficient compressor solution tailored to high performance demands.

One of the first of their kind in Africa, the Horizon oil-free machines from ABC Compressors employ a direct drive system that replaces the traditional belt-driven mechanism. This cutting-edge direct-coupled motor design eliminates the need for regular belt adjust ments, ensuring higher operational efficiency and significantly reduced energy losses, with energy savings of up to 15%. In addition, the advanced Horizon oil-free technology is known for its robust, low-main tenance design and longer intervals between services that result in reduced maintenance and related costs. “The arrival of ABC’s new direct drive compressors in South Africa sets new energy efficiency and reliability benchmarks for compressed air generation,” notes Wayne Jacobs, managing director at Integrated Air Solutions. “The added value of reduced main

Integrated Air Solutions installed and com missioned two of ABC Compressor’s Horizon

The Horizon oil-free machines from ABC Compressors employ a direct drive system that replaces the traditional belt-driven mechanism.

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