Air Compressor Service & Repairs Perth
Industrial Air Compressor Servicing, Maintenance & Repairs
Reliable compressed air is critical to many industrial operations. When an air compressor is poorly maintained, inefficient or unreliable, the result can be increased energy consumption, unplanned downtime and disruption to production.
AirGen Australia provides industrial air compressor servicing, preventative maintenance and repairs throughout Perth and surrounding areas.
We service and repair all major makes of industrial compressed air equipment, from individual workshop compressors through to complete compressed air systems.
With more than 50 years of combined compressed air industry experience, our focus is on maintaining the reliability, efficiency and service life of your compressed air equipment while keeping disruption to your operation to a minimum.
Air Compressor Servicing
Regular servicing is one of the most important factors in maintaining the reliability and operating efficiency of an air compressor.
Service requirements vary depending on the compressor manufacturer, model, operating hours, environment and application.
AirGen carries out scheduled maintenance in accordance with the applicable manufacturer service requirements and the actual operating condition of the equipment.
Depending on the compressor and service interval, maintenance may include:
- compressor oil replacement
- oil filter replacement
- air filter inspection and replacement
- air/oil separator replacement
- drive belt inspection and adjustment
- coupling inspection
- cooler inspection and cleaning
- condensate drain inspection
- electrical connection checks
- operating pressure checks
- operating temperature checks
- leak inspection
- safety system checks
- controller and alarm review
- general mechanical inspection
- running and operational checks.
The exact scope of each service depends on the compressor type, manufacturer and scheduled maintenance interval.
Preventative Air Compressor Maintenance
Waiting for an air compressor to fail before carrying out maintenance can be an expensive approach.
Preventative maintenance allows service items, operating conditions and developing problems to be identified before they result in an unexpected breakdown.
A structured maintenance program can help:
- reduce unplanned compressor downtime
- maintain compressor reliability
- identify developing faults
- maintain appropriate operating temperatures
- reduce the risk of premature component failure
- maintain compressed air quality
- monitor oil and filter condition
- maintain system efficiency
- provide predictable maintenance scheduling.
AirGen can establish an appropriate preventative maintenance schedule based on your compressor type, operating hours, application and manufacturer recommendations.
Air Compressor Repairs
Not every compressor problem occurs conveniently at a scheduled service.
AirGen provides fault diagnosis and repair services for industrial air compressors throughout the Perth metropolitan area and surrounding regions.
Common compressor problems can include:
- compressor not starting
- high operating temperature
- low air pressure
- reduced air output
- excessive oil consumption
- oil carryover
- air or oil leaks
- excessive noise or vibration
- electrical faults
- controller alarms
- motor problems
- pressure regulation problems
- cooling problems
- condensate drain faults
- premature filter or separator restriction.
Correct diagnosis is important.
Simply replacing the component associated with an alarm does not necessarily address the underlying cause of the problem.
Our technicians assess the compressor and its operating conditions to identify the cause of the fault and determine the appropriate repair.
Rotary Screw Compressor Servicing
Rotary screw compressors are widely used in industrial applications where a reliable and continuous supply of compressed air is required.
Regular maintenance is particularly important because the compressor operates as an integrated system incorporating the airend, lubricant, oil separation, cooling, filtration, electrical controls and pressure regulation.
AirGen services and repairs fixed-speed and variable-speed rotary screw compressors from a wide range of manufacturers.
Maintenance requirements may include air and oil filters, separator elements, lubricants, drive systems, coolers, valves, drains and other service components depending on the compressor and operating hours.
Operating temperatures, pressure, running hours and controller information can also provide valuable information about the condition of the compressor.
Piston & Reciprocating Compressor Servicing
AirGen also services and repairs industrial piston and reciprocating air compressors.
Although mechanically different from rotary screw compressors, reciprocating compressors still require regular inspection and maintenance.
Depending on the equipment, servicing may include:
- compressor oil
- air filters
- drive belts
- valves
- pressure switches
- non-return valves
- unloaders
- electrical components
- condensate drains
- receiver condition
- operating pressure
- general mechanical condition.
Older piston compressors can often remain reliable for many years when appropriately maintained.
We Service All Major Air Compressor Brands
AirGen is an independent compressed air service provider.
This allows us to service and maintain equipment from a wide range of compressor manufacturers rather than restricting customers to a single brand.
For businesses operating mixed compressor fleets, this can simplify maintenance by allowing one service provider to manage multiple brands and types of compressed air equipment.
Contact us with the make, model and serial number of your compressor and we can advise on the appropriate service requirements.
More Than Just the Compressor
The compressor is only one component of a compressed air system.
A compressor may be operating correctly while problems elsewhere in the system reduce air quality, pressure or efficiency.
AirGen can service and assess the complete compressed air installation, including:
- rotary screw compressors
- piston compressors
- air receivers
- compressed air dryers
- line filtration
- condensate drains
- pressure relief valves
- compressed air pipework
- breathing air purification equipment
- system controls.
Looking at the complete system can help identify problems that may otherwise incorrectly be attributed to the compressor itself.
Compressed Air Dryer Servicing
Compressed air contains moisture.
If this moisture is not adequately removed, it can contribute to corrosion, contamination and problems with downstream pneumatic equipment and processes.
Air dryers therefore require maintenance just as the compressor does.
AirGen can inspect and maintain compressed air dryers as part of a complete compressed air service program.
This allows the compressor and air treatment equipment to be maintained together rather than as separate systems.
Compressed Air Filtration
Compressed air filters remove particles, oil aerosols and other contaminants from the air stream.
Over time, filter elements become contaminated and increasingly restrictive.
Excessive pressure drop across filtration can waste energy because the compressor must operate at a higher pressure to maintain the required downstream system pressure.
AirGen can incorporate compressed air filtration into your scheduled maintenance program and replace elements at appropriate service intervals.
Air Receiver Inspections
Air receivers are pressure vessels and require an appropriate inspection and maintenance program.
AirGen carries out air receiver inspections in accordance with the applicable requirements of AS/NZS 3788 throughout Perth and Western Australia.
Where appropriate, air receiver inspections can be incorporated into your compressed air service agreement so that pressure equipment inspection requirements are managed alongside compressor maintenance.
AirGen can also assist with WorkSafe WA plant registration where registration is applicable.
Pressure Relief Valve Testing
Pressure relief valves provide important protection against over-pressure conditions within compressed air and pressure equipment installations.
AirGen provides pressure relief valve testing and can incorporate applicable PRV testing into the broader maintenance of your compressed air system.
This allows compressor maintenance, air receiver inspections and pressure relief valve requirements to be managed together.
Breathing Air Quality Testing
Where compressed air is supplied to respiratory protective equipment, normal industrial compressed air should not automatically be considered suitable for breathing.
AirGen provides compressed breathing air quality testing to AS/NZS 1715 throughout Perth and Western Australia.
Testing can be incorporated into scheduled maintenance programs for sites operating supplied-air respiratory equipment.
Fixed-Price Air Compressor Service Agreements
For customers who want predictable maintenance costs, AirGen offers fixed-price compressor service agreements.
Rather than receiving an unknown service cost each time maintenance becomes due, the required service schedule and agreed cost can be established in advance.
Our agreed service pricing can include:
- scheduled service parts
- labour
- compressor oils
- service consumables
- travel
- kilometres.
Service agreements can also cover other compressed air equipment on site, allowing the complete system to be incorporated into a structured maintenance program.
This can include compressors, dryers, filtration and other associated equipment depending on the agreement.
Maintenance for Sites With Multiple Compressors
Many industrial sites operate more than one compressor or have compressed air equipment distributed across multiple areas.
Managing different service intervals, operating hours and equipment manufacturers can become difficult.
AirGen can establish a maintenance schedule covering multiple compressors and associated equipment, including mixed-brand installations.
This provides a central service history and allows maintenance to be planned around the operational requirements of the site.
Compressor Service Intervals
There is no single service interval that applies to every industrial air compressor.
Service intervals are generally determined by factors including:
- manufacturer recommendations
- compressor operating hours
- compressor type
- lubricant type
- operating temperature
- environmental conditions
- dust and contamination
- load profile
- previous maintenance history.
Some service components require replacement more frequently than others.
For this reason, servicing should be based on the actual compressor and its maintenance schedule rather than simply carrying out the same basic service each time.
Harsh Operating Environments
The environment in which an air compressor operates can have a significant effect on maintenance requirements.
Dust, heat, poor ventilation and contamination can increase the load on air filters and cooling systems.
Blocked or contaminated coolers can contribute to high operating temperatures, while restricted air filters can reduce compressor performance.
Compressors operating in demanding environments may therefore require inspection or maintenance more frequently than similar equipment operating in cleaner conditions.
The Cost of Compressed Air
Maintenance isn't only about preventing breakdowns.
Compressed air can represent a significant component of a site's electricity consumption.
Problems such as:
- excessive operating pressure
- compressed air leaks
- restricted filtration
- poor compressor control
- inappropriate compressor sequencing
- inefficient air treatment
- incorrect compressor sizing
can increase the amount of energy required to produce compressed air.
AirGen can assess compressed air systems for opportunities to improve performance and reduce unnecessary energy consumption.
When Is It Time to Replace Rather Than Repair?
Air compressors can often be repaired economically, but there comes a point where continuing to repair an older compressor may no longer represent the best option.
Factors to consider include:
- compressor age
- operating hours
- reliability
- availability of replacement parts
- repair cost
- energy consumption
- maintenance history
- compressor capacity
- changes in site air demand.
Because AirGen provides both compressor servicing and new compressed air equipment, we can assess whether repairing an existing compressor remains practical or whether replacement should be considered.
The objective should be to determine the most appropriate solution for the application rather than replacing equipment unnecessarily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should an air compressor be serviced?
The appropriate service interval depends on the compressor manufacturer, model, operating hours and operating conditions.
Most industrial compressors have scheduled maintenance intervals based primarily on running hours and time.
AirGen can review your compressor details and advise on the appropriate maintenance schedule.
Can AirGen service a compressor you didn't sell?
Yes.
AirGen is an independent compressed air service provider and services a wide range of industrial compressor makes and models regardless of who originally supplied the equipment.
Do you service rotary screw compressors?
Yes.
AirGen services and repairs fixed-speed and variable-speed industrial rotary screw compressors from a wide range of manufacturers.
Do you service piston air compressors?
Yes.
AirGen services and repairs industrial piston and reciprocating compressors as well as rotary screw compressors.
Can you service our air dryer at the same time?
Yes.
AirGen can maintain compressors, dryers, filtration and associated compressed air equipment as part of the same scheduled service program.
Do you offer preventative maintenance agreements?
Yes.
AirGen offers scheduled preventative maintenance and fixed-price service agreements tailored to the compressed air equipment installed at your site.
Can our air receiver inspection be included with our compressor service?
Yes.
Where appropriate, AirGen can schedule your air receiver inspections alongside compressor servicing, helping to manage both maintenance and pressure equipment inspection requirements.
Do you provide breakdown repairs?
Yes.
AirGen provides fault diagnosis and repairs for industrial compressed air equipment throughout Perth and surrounding areas.
My compressor is running but isn't making enough air. Can you investigate it?
Yes.
Reduced compressor output or system pressure can have several causes, including compressor faults, control problems, filtration restrictions, air leaks or increased site demand.
Diagnosis should consider the compressor and the wider compressed air system.
Can you help reduce our compressed air energy costs?
Yes.
AirGen can assess compressor operation and the wider compressed air system to identify potential energy losses and opportunities for improvement.
Book an Air Compressor Service
Whether you require scheduled preventative maintenance, a compressor repair or a complete service program for multiple pieces of compressed air equipment, contact AirGen Australia.
We provide industrial air compressor servicing and repairs throughout Perth and surrounding areas.
AirGen Australia Pty Ltd
Unit 1/67 Windsor Road
Wangara WA 6065
Phone: 08 9409 9623
Email: service@airgenaustralia.com.au
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