Fabrication sites can combine grinders, sanders, pneumatic tools, cleaning and production equipment. Demand may be variable, sustained or concentrated during particular processes.
Common demand drivers
- air grinders and sanders
- pneumatic tools and clamps
- production equipment
- plasma or process support
- simultaneous operators
- dust, heat and service conditions
Likely Pneumatix starting points
PM10, PM20 and PM30 provide 1,000, 2,100 and 3,200 L/min respectively at 8 bar. The correct starting point depends on the equipment operating together and the required duty cycle.
Total Air Station or Base Mount?
Total Air Stations suit sites that want an integrated package. Base Mounts suit plant-room arrangements or applications where receiver storage and air treatment need to be independently selected.
Related products
Base Mount
PM10 Base Mount
PM10VSD
- 1,000 L/min at 8 bar
- 10 bar max pressure
- 7.5 kW / 10 HP
- Compressor only
Total Air Station
PM10 Total Air Station
PM10300VSD
- 1,000 L/min at 8 bar
- 10 bar max pressure
- 7.5 kW / 10 HP
- 300 L receiver
- 1.0 micron pre-filter
- 0.01 micron post-filter
Total Air Station
PM20 Total Air Station
PM20500VSD
- 2,100 L/min at 8 bar
- 10 bar max pressure
- 15 kW / 20 HP
- 500 L receiver
- 1.0 micron pre-filter
- 0.01 micron post-filter
Need help applying this to your site?
Provide the equipment list, operating pattern, required pressure and existing compressed-air infrastructure. Pneumatix can help identify the appropriate starting point or support the discussion with your existing dealer.
Frequently asked questions
Can one compressor support hand tools and machinery?
Yes, where the total simultaneous demand, pressure and air quality are correctly assessed. Different operating patterns need to be included in the review.
Why might a Base Mount suit fabrication?
It allows the receiver, dryer and filters to be sized and positioned around the plant rather than fixed to an integrated package.
Should future machinery be included?
Known expansion should be considered deliberately. Avoid excessive oversizing for uncertain future demand.
Does pipe size matter?
Yes. Undersized or long pipework can reduce pressure and limit the airflow available at equipment.