To meet new requirements, Airchannel has installed a new CompAir L132 SR Rotary screw compressor at leading technical glassware producer, Potters Ballotini, part of the global Potters Industries group. As the world leader in glass bead impact technology, Potters is continually developing and refining its manufacturing procedures to ensure consistently high quality glass spheres, which are tested to conform to every market specification.

The company recently installed a new bagging line at its Barnsley production facility to handle increased volumes and as a result the air consumption increased from 400 cubic feet per minute (CFM) to 800 CFM. To meet this need, and to maximise efficiency, a new compressed air solution was required.
As the appointed service provider to Potters Ballotini, a key challenge for Airchannel was to align the fitting of the new compressor in conjunction with the arrival of the bagging equipment from Italy to ensure there was no loss of production. From initial consultation to final installation the project took less than three months.

The CompAir L132 SR recommended by Airchannel uses a variable speed motor, which allows air supply to match the varying production demands. Additional benefits include more air on demand, reduced noise and a smaller footprint. A Domnick Hunter dryer was included in the package.

Commenting on the new installation, Potters Ballotini engineering manager, Adrian Anstess, said: “We’ve worked with Airchannel for over five years and were confident they would find a cost effective solution to meet our additional needs.

“The new bagging line is an important improvement that allows us to increase production efficiently and the new compressed air solution reduces our overall energy costs.”

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