EVENT REVIEW PETplanet Insider Vol. 26 No. 11/25 www.petpla.net 26 Interview with Raymond Chan, Director Business Development at Adekom Where air quality is crucial by Gabriele Kosmehl Founded in 2003, Adekom has grown into a significant player in the oil-free compressor market, with approximately 100 employees distributed across the company and its service hubs. Based near Hong Kong, the Asian manufacturer has built its reputation on serving industries where air quality is critical - most notably PET blowing applications - across China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and North America. Now, the company is experiencing rapid expansion into European and South American markets, including Brazil and Chile. What sets Adekom apart in a competitive industry? According to Raymond Chan, Director Business Development, the answer lies in their business philosophy: “Certainly we are fast and flexible and customerfocused. We develop turnkey solutions which customers really want.” This commitment to understanding individual customer needs forms the foundation of Adekom’s competitive advantage. Rather than imposing onesize-fits-all solutions, Adekom tailors its engineering approach to match specific requirements. The company recognises that not all applications demand the industry-standard 40 bar pressure, so it offers flexible engineering solutions for customers with lower pressure needs. This adaptability has resonated particularly well with the medium-sized companies that form Adekom’s core customer base. Technical innovation meets market demands The company’s latest KSP Series which was exhibited at drinktec, exemplifies this customer-centric philosophy. The skid-mounted, two-stage oil-free system combines a first-stage waterinjected screw compressor with a second-stage oil-free piston booster, delivering ISO 8573-1 Class 0 certified air. Flow rates range from 5.0 to 30.5m³/min, supporting continuous operation. Key technical features include food-grade stainless steel construction for all wetted components, a waterbased lubricant system that minimises internal wear, and a permanent magnet frequency inverter that optimises energy consumption based on realtime demand. An automatic water-exchange mechanism allows maintenance without operational interruptions, while integrated PLC control and cloud-based connectivity enable remote monitoring and predictive maintenance. Growth opportunities Chan identified understanding customer requirements as the main challenge the industry faces. Beyond the primary considerations of power efficiency and cost-effectiveness, Adekom must also account for each customer’s specific production needs. This complexity drives continuous investment in R&D to ensure solutions that align with market demands. Adekom sees significant expansion potential in two directions: deeper penetration of the oil-free compressor market and for industrial packaging applications. Sustainability is a particularly important focus for European customers, with energy-sensitive products and smart programming features emerging as key selling points. www.adekom.com Raymond Chan, Director - Business Development at Adekom, with Gabriele Kosmehl at Adekom’s stand at drinktec.
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