Ingersoll Rand First To Be Certified Class 0 For Centrifugal Air Compressors

Davidson, NC - Ingersoll Rand Air Solutions is one of the first manufacturer to be certified Class 0 for centrifugal air compressors. The certification was granted to the entire range of Ingersoll Rand water-cooled, oil-free centrifugal air compressors from 160 to 5000 kW by TÜV Rheinland, an independent testing and assessment agency.

The most stringent of all ISO 8573.1 classifications, Class 0 certification was added in 2001 in response to critical applications where air purity is essential, such as the food and beverage and textiles industries. The certification recognizes compressors that discharge air free of added oil aerosols, vapors and liquids.

"The rigorous tests performed by TÜV Rheinland show our commitment to providing best-in-class equipment for our customers," said Eric Seidel, general manager for Ingersoll Rand Industrial Air Solutions Business Unit. "The Ingersoll Rand Class 0 solution means lower operating costs, improved productivity and risk avoidance."

With maintenance expenses comprising a significant percent of lifecycle cost, Ingersoll Rand oil-free centrifugal air compressors enable plants to better manage operating costs, minimizing the need for coolant oil, inline filters and oil / air separator components. By eliminating the risk of compressor-created contaminants, air system components last longer and ensure higher quality air.

Ingersoll Rand oil-free technology also helps companies avoid risk. Oil-contaminated air can spoil and ruin products, creating significant losses of revenue and customer trust. High-quality air reduces liability and the potential of product recalls.

Certified Class 0 air compressors deliver consistently clean air to critical applications. By providing pure air, free from additional contaminants, Ingersoll Rand compressors minimize downtime associated with cleaning filters and other air system components. Oil-free technology increases productivity and ensures higher overall product quality.

Ingersoll Rand oil-free centrifugal air compressors also help manufacturers comply with environmental standards such as ISO 14001 and EU requirements. Because the compressors are oil-free, manufacturers do not encounter disposal issues with waste oil and filtration components. Disposal of air compressor condensation can also be an issue in lubricated compressors. By creating a clean condensate that is easier to dispose, oil-free compressors don't require special treatment for oil and water mixtures.

In 1912 Ingersoll Rand manufactured its first oil-free compressor and has continued to inspire progress through state-of-the-art technology and talented people. Ingersoll Rand is one of the leader in oil-free compressed air technology. Their products include the class-leading Nirvana Oil-free true variable speed compressor as well as CENTAC centrifugal compressors up to 5000 kW.

SOURCE: Ingersoll Rand Air Solutions