If you have decided to install a stationary air compressor in your auto shop of factory, then you have made the right choice.  Air power will give you the flexibility to carry out a wider range of tasks easily and quickly, and make a huge difference to the efficiency that your workshop or factory can run at.  Unlike portable systems or trolley mounted air compressors, which are simply moved to wherever they are needed and then switched on for use, a stationary air compressor provides compressed air to various points within the workshop via a network of fixed pipes that you can simply plug into whenever you need them.

There are a number of advantages of a stationary air compressor over alternative systems, and these range from the increased power that they offer in terms of the air pressures that they can achieve through to the fact that they enable staff to do their jobs more effectively and quickly, as instead of needing to set up and prime a portable compressor every time they need air, they simply plug into the main system and get it instantly.

The actual installation process for an Ingersoll Rand stationary air compressor or any other manufacturer’s models is a relatively straightforward process, although as with any other job, taking great care throughout the process will result in a much better finish.

The most important factor to consider when installing a stationary air compressor is its location.  The compressor will need to be placed in an area that is well lit, offers a good supply of air, and is dry and clean.  The area needs to be accessible, and offer 1000 cubic feet of air for every 5Hp of the compressor’s rating.  To ensure good air supply and to prevent overheating you will need to position the unit at least 15 inches from any walls for an electrically powered unit, and at least 3 feet for petrol powered compressor.  Make sure that wherever you place the compressor it is oriented in such a way to allow easy access to the power supply to enable easier servicing and control.  If possible, you should avoid positioning an electrical compressor outdoors unless the motor is properly protected from the environment.

Other factors that need to be considered when positioning the stationary air compressor include the quality of the air that can be used.  If an area