Cambs Compressors Newsletter Spring 2022

www.cambscompressors.co.uk Compressed air energy use under the microscope Moisture content controller for compressed air Cutting edge moisture content controller for compressed air (DAC) developed by Cambs Compressors is a critical component of The National Center for Translational Medicine at Ruijin Hospital in Shanghai. Ingenious SPT Labtech solution SPT Labtech installed an ingenious automated low-temperature system, connecting 13 arktic XC units using novel pneumatic technology to transfer samples between different laboratories and floors. Cambs Compressors worked closely with TTP Labtech to develop a range of products and solve specific challenges for the arktic™ biobank. These included the DAC - Dry air controller, manufactured by Cambs Compressors and the silencer to reduced sound pollution; taking an existing product and modifying it to reduce the noise level by a further 20DB. (DAC) developed by Cambs Compressors Our cutting edge moisture content controller for compressed air (DAC) is an integral part of the arktic™ biobank. The moisture content controller shuts down the air supply if the moisture level exceeds the specified level, protecting the samples from possible contamination. The key to the DAC system is its size. It’s small enough to be incorporated within an OEM product design and is used by several OEM’s across the world, as well as SPT Labtech in the arktic™ Biobank. When Prior Scientific a global leader in Scientific Microscopes wanted to explore their compressed air energy consumption, as well as the options for them to lower their carbon footprint, the devil was in the detail. Cambridgeshire manufacturer seeks the truth about air usage Prior Scientific designs and manufacturing precision positioning devices, optical systems, automation solutions, and components. They wanted to explore their energy consumption, specifically what they could do, to make their compressed air system more energy efficient. As you would expect from any business that makes precision data products, they went to market and had several suppliers data log their system and bring back proposals. Several suppliers put forward new compressor solutions The majority of air usage data logs supported the need for a new, more energy efficient compressor, which had greater capacity to meet the growing needs of the Cambridge based manufacturer. That was all except for one company, Cambs Compressors. Were they wrong? Did their data logs show the usage was acceptable? No, the data log recorded the same information as the alternative suppliers – the difference was in the prescription – because it looked at the root cause, not simply the symptoms. The Carbon Handprint Approach Reviewed in isolation, the data logs suggested that the most obvious solution was indeed a more energy efficient compressor with greater capacity. However, the devil is always in the detail. Which is why Cambs Compressors also review what is being used, why and how. With a more comprehensive understanding of the whole air usage picture, Cambs demonstrated the system needs. Their proposal provided the evidence that mapping usage, fixing leaks, and reducing pressure for key activities (for example blow guns) will reduce noise levels, energy usage and deliver the results without the expense of a new compressor. Hence reducing their carbon footprint and energy costs. Nathan Hooker, Field Engineer joins Cambs Compressors Family pedigree in engineering All of my family are engineers, so when I left school it made sense for me to go down the same career path. Once I completed my NVQ in motor vehicle mechanics, I went on to work as a compressor engineer at a scuba diving site, and since then have worked for different companies including Anglian water, maintaining and running their largest water treatment works. I was really pleased to land the Field Engineer job, and I love how varied the work is at Cambs Compressors. No two days are the same, and that’s what keeps things interesting. When it’s not compressed air it’s pressurised ale! I enjoy watching and playing snooker. I also enjoy maintaining and improving my home bar draught system. I have a lot of involvement in working mens clubs and will often carry out cellar maintenance work in my spare time for them. Nathan Hooker is an experienced field engineer and is a welcome addition to the growing Cambs Compressors team.