Oil-free screw + piston tandem compressors
Adekom Hall C6 – Booth 412
Adekom is an Asian compressor manufacturer with a focus on applications in the food and beverage industry. Its latest product line, the KSP Series, features a skid-mounted, two-stage oil-free compressor system that combines a first-stage water-injected screw compressor with a second-stage oil-free piston booster. This tandem configuration is designed to deliver ISO 8573-1 Class 0 certified air at pressures at 40 bar, with flow rates ranging from 5.0 to 30.5 m³/min, and is intended for continuous, round-the-clock operation.
To enhance durability and operational efficiency, the system incorporates corrosion-resistant materials and relies on a water-based lubricant to absorb heat, which helps maintain lower internal temperatures. According to the manufacturer, this approach can reduce wear on components and extend maintenance intervals. All wetted components, including the screw airend casing, star wheel bracket, and system pipelines, are constructed from food-grade stainless steel. The inclusion of a permanent magnet frequency inverter allows the compressor to adjust its energy use based on real-time demand, optimising energy efficiency.
The design also considers ease of maintenance. An automatic water-exchange mechanism enables the water-based lubricant to be replaced without stopping the system, helping to minimise operational interruptions. System control is handled via an integrated PLC, which provides a centralised interface for monitoring and adjustment. Additionally, the control system supports cloud-based connectivity for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance.
Photo: Screw airend with corrosion-resistant food-grade stainless steel rotor, water for sealing, cooling and lubricating which is claimed to prevent internal leaking and extra power consumed, and to achieve low discharge temperature, high efficiency and stable performance,100% oil-free.