COMPRESSORS PETplanet Insider Vol. 25 No. 09/24 www.petpla.net 35 and functionality of its compressors, with a focus on energy savings and cost reduction. The company developed the adjustable Air Flow System (AFS), which allows for 0-50-100% load regulation, enabling customers to achieve immediate power savings and long-term efficiency gains. The system can be retrofitted to existing compressors, requires zero maintenance, and extends the lifespan of equipment by maintaining stable operating temperatures. In partnership with Schneider Electric, the Smart Inverter Starter (SIS) has been created, which is claimed to be a cost-effective alternative to full-size variable speed drives (VSDs). This solution provides energy-saving benefits during compressor startup without requiring special motors or cabling and can be retrofitted on existing units, according to AF. The company’s patented All-InOne (AIO) system combines high and low-pressure air supply in a single compressor, reducing both investment and service costs. AF offers a MultiCompressor Management System that optimises energy use across multiple compressors by balancing load distribution and extending service intervals. Additionally, AF’s Heat Recovery System captures up to 80% of the heat generated during compression, allowing customers to reuse the energy for other processes, further enhancing efficiency and sustainability. Smith comments, “All of these systems have been developed based on customer demand and on what we have learned from the challenges our customers face.” Increasing local presence Looking ahead, AF USA is committed to expanding its market share while maintaining a strong focus on customer service. “We know that the best service makes the best presales and is the right way to increase our presence over time.” So the company is building on their local presence to improve responsiveness rather than relying on third party agents. This also included AF USA’s participation in NPE in May. Located in the bustling Bottle Zone, AF Compressors was strategically positioned alongside its OEM blow moulding partners. “The Bottle Zone was the perfect location for us,” Smith noted. “Being positioned next to major OEMs, allowed us to showcase our products to a wide audience. Our neighbour had multiple SBM machines producing non-stop all week with high and low-pressure air supplied by our 40 bar, 1,000 cfm compressor.” One of AF’s major highlights at the event was powering several production lines in real-time. Their 40 bar compressor supplied high and lowpressure air to multiple OEM blow moulding machines, creating a live demonstration of how their compressors drive the high-efficiency production of PET bottles. Gareth Smith ended on a positive note: “Seeing visitors engage with the equipment and witness entire production lines, from compressed air to resin melted down into preforms, to newly blown bottles, and knowing that we are such an important part of our partners’ exhibition is exciting and humbling at the same time,” Smith concludes. www.afcompressors.com The company’s 5,750 square-foot warehouse stores over $1+ million worth in spare parts. AF’s booth at this year’s NPE
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