New Branch Office Opens for Kaeser Compressors
The new branch supplies and supports the company’s entire product offering.
Atlas Copco Introduces SmartLink Data Monitoring Program For Compressors
With the introduction of the SmartLink monitoring program, Atlas Copco brings its maintenance and service to yet another level. In making smart use of connectivity, data monitoring and business intelligence, Atlas Copco helps customers to get a better view on their maintenance needs, to keep up their production uptime and to improve wherever possible their operating cost in minimizing their energy consumption.
New DENSO Trilingual A/C Compressor And Components Catalog Now Available
DENSO Products and Services Americas has released its 398-page catalog that covers automotive, light truck and van applications for A/C system elements such as compressors, condensers, drier accumulators, expansion devices and evaporators.
A/C Update: Compressor Inspection May Lead To Worn Clutch Problem
When a customer comes in complaining that their vehicle’s A/C system is working improperly, the problem can stem from a number of things. And the best way to begin any A/C repair is with a thorough inspection of the components. After checking components like the belts, the hoses and the related connections, the next step is a visual inspection of the A/C compressor.
BMW Feature: Understanding Variable-Capacity A/C Compressors
Diagnostic Specialist Sergio Fernandez discusses the ins and outs of the swash-plate compressor and how its variable cylinder displacement allows for the most efficient HVAC operation and boosts fuel economy.
Kaeser Compressors ‘Talks Shop’ with New Blog
Kaeser Compressors, Inc. has announced its new blog, "Kaeser Talks Shop" at www.kaesertalksshop.com. This blog includes technical articles written by subject matter experts on various compressed air topics. Several blog entries have already been posted on a wide range of topics, including piping, adaptive control in blower installations, compressed air audits, and energy savings
New NASCAR Air Titan Track Drying System Features Sullair Air Compressors
In preparation for the 2013 Daytona 500, NASCAR unveiled a new track drying system called the Air Titan. The Air Titan featured Sullair 1600HAF portable air compressors and, in the event of a rain delay, was designed to dramatically reduce track drying time when compared to jet dryers used in previous years.
Tech Tip: Volkswagen Has No Power to the A/C Compressor Clutch
Vehicle Application: 2000 Beetle 2.0, 2002 Beetle 1.9, 2002 Golf 1.8, 1999-2003 Golf 2.0, 2000-’05 Jetta 1.8, 1.0, 1999-2005 Jetta 2.0 and 2000-’02 Jetta 2.8 Customer Concern: The A/C is not working. There is no power to the A/C compressor clutch and it does not engage. (Manual climate control.) Potential Causes: A/C Compressor, A/C Pressure
Kaeser Compressors Opens 2 Factory-Direct Facilities
Kaeser Compressors, Inc. opened two new factory-direct facilities on July 2, 2012. The new branch offices are responsible for supporting Kaeser’s industrial and commercial customers in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Both branches supply and support the company’s entire product offering. Bringing experience as Kaeser’s national service manager, Matt McCorkle accepted the role of manager to the
Hybrid A/C Compressor Fuse Tech Tip
In this tip clip, Instructor Dave Hobbs talks about the Hybrid A/C compressor fuse on a Gen 3 Toyota Prius. He provides some hands-on info about how and where to find the fuse. He discusses safety and techniques for properly testing the DC current air conditioning fuse to the DC mini inverter compressor used in late model Toyota and Lexus.
This clip is an excerpt from the 105 minute comprehensive “Mastering Hybrid HVAC Systems” with Dave Hobbs, available from Automotive Video.