ONE OF THE REASONS FOR THE GREAT POPULARITY OF ROTARY SCREW COMPRESSORS IS THEIR VERSATILITY. ABOVE, WE ALREADY MENTIONED THAT THEY ARE USED IN NEARLY ALL INDUSTRIES AND THAT YOU CAN FIND THEM VIRTUALLY EVERYWHERE ACROSS THE GLOBE WHERE COMPRESSED AIR IS NEEDED.
On the one hand, this is owed to their ingenious design that allows such a wide range of uses.
On the other hand, there really is the right rotary screw compressor for every application.
Above, we already discussed the difference between oil-injected and oil-free compressors as well as fixed-speed models and those with a variable speed drive. In addition to these options, Atlas Copco also offers screw compressors with three types of drives, each with their own benefits.
Belt drive: These compressors are very robust as well as easy to install and maintain. In addition, they have the lowest initial investment cost among rotary screw compressors. This combination makes them a great choice for smaller operations and those without compressed air experts on staff.
Gear drive: A gear drive makes compressors quieter. They are more expensive to buy than models with a belt drive but also more energy efficient. Therefore, if you use the compressor a lot, this investment will pay off over time.
Direct drive: This is the optimum of rotary screw compressor technology. The innovative direct drive offers unmatched efficiency and performance. While their purchase price is highest, this investment can be recouped quickly thanks to the much lower energy costs. And from that point forward, they will not only deliver top-quality compressed air but also savings. In addition, they are also the least noisy among the three.
Direct drive rotary screw air compressors come in different types – from a basic design for the smaller models to those with ultra-efficient variable speed drives.
A solution for you
So, no matter what you need a rotary screw compressor for, you can rest assured that a great solution is out there for you.
And if you are still unsure how to find it, just contact your Atlas Copco representative who will help you with expert advice and industry-leading products.
