Whether you're tackling ambitious woodworking projects or running a full-scale furniture manufacturing operation, the right air compressor is an essential part of your operation. From driving heavy components, powering tools and equipment, or spray coat finishing, compressed air systems are the backbone of modern woodworking.
In the woodworking industry, compressed air is essential to power the machinery and tools that allow the production systems to run consistently and effectively. Pneumatic (air-powered) tools have become integral to woodworking. Their efficiency, durability, safety, and ease of use make them ideal choices for many applications. In larger manufacturing facilities, compressed air may also be used to power the solenoids inside the dust collector, the conveyor belts, power lifts, material handling equipment, hold-down rolls, and large industrial planers, lathes, turners, and other woodworking equipment. In nearly every step of the woodworking process, you'll find air compressors hard at work.
Choosing the right equipment for your woodworking tasks
Whether you need a portable air compressor for smaller woodworking projects or a larger one for continuous duty operation, selecting the proper motor and pump size, the air pressure, cfm flow, tank storage capacity, and air quality is crucial. Air sanders, pneumatic nailers, and other pneumatic woodworking tools each have specific pressure requirements. Be sure not to geberate a greater pressure than necessary, as every 2 psig of over pressure, adds a 5% increase to your Hydro bill. The air receiver tank size should be matched to your cfm output at a ratio of 3 gallons of storage for every 1 cfm of air created. A larger tank provides more consistent pressure, for applications with fluctuating production patterns, and also helps reduce the cost of compressing air with reduced wear and tear on the compressor's valves and moving parts, and more importantly lower energy costs.saveONenergy incentive rebates are available for compressed air receiver tank storage improvements. The application is a breeze, and the rebate is almost 99.9% guaranteed to be granted. Air Solutions has a team of saveOnenergy specialists to help you from start to finish with incentive opportunities and application management.
Compressed air purity
In factories and shops applying coatings, paint and varnishe, compressed air quality is to atomize and transfer paint onto doors, draws, panels and components. Because oil and water can cause damage to equipment, and the final product, it’s important that the compressed air you’re using is of high quality and high purity. To prevent unwanted contamination that create finishing issues such as Fish Eyes and Orange Peel, the compressed air filters, dryers, drain traps and cooling are important to select, size, install and maintain correctly. Our extensive range of clean air treatment products, and services can help you to mitigate against all of the unwanted pain points, and ensure up time, clean and dry compressed air in keeping with all of the health and safety requirements in Ontario.
Many facilities we visit have paint and coating sprayers breathing the compressed air. CSA Z180, is a standard to which this compressed air supply must conform to. Breathable compressed air quality testing must be performed every six months to ensure that the operators are ingesting safe compressed air, free of CO, taste, smell and other undesirable compressed air contaminants.
With this in mind, clean air treatment is of course an essential part of your system, comprising of filters, dryers, and catalytic converters, to provide you with the necessary levels of ISO 8573.1 compressed air quality class. Air Solutions Canada Inc. preventative maintenance plans and our knowledge of industry best practices, means that we maintain your equipment, and ensure it’s working efficiently. Some might say that it is impossible to associate the price of compressed air downtime with the cost of maintaining the equipment correctly. Our service division provides peace of mind for any facet of your compressed air generating station and its distribution network and accessories.
Air compressor systems in the woodworking industry
Selecting the appropriate compressed air system is critical for your operations, impacting not only operational efficiency, but also the safety of your staff, and quality of your products. Air Solutions Canada Inc. is here to assist you in navigating this selection process, offering an extensive portfolio of products and services specifically designed for the woodworking industry. From energy-efficient compressed air to sophisticated clean air treatment, we provide the necessary tools to design, build and maintain a reliable and safe compressed air supply. We help you optimize your operations, minimize, or reduce your environmental footprint, while increasing and sustaining up time and efficiency.
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Why work with Air Solutions Canada
Working with the largest compressed air team in Southern Ontario has many benefits
Fastest emergency service
With dedicated emergency service breakdown technicians, on call 24/7 we guarantee a same day visit.Every vehicle is equipped with a breakdown “crash kit” to provide us with the best potential opportunity to repair your issue during the first call.
Largest equipment inventory
With $2m of inventory in local warehouses, essential parts, and equipment are readily available. And with more than 50 compressors and dryers in our warehouse we can solve any emergency.
Technicians dedicated to you
We have primary and secondary technicians allocated for each customer, and they have all your information and equipment history on their iPad. It means that we know your particular service history and understand your equipment list.
Competitive Pricing
We get preferential pricing based on our volume purchases, and pass additional discounts on to our customers. We offer payment terms, lease and rent to own options & sell compressed air over the fence, by CFM consumption.
What is an air compressor used for in woodworking?
An air compressor is used to power a range of air tools and pneumatic tools that are vital for woodworking tasks like high-speed fastening, large-scale sanding, and precision finishing. From basic hand tools to sophisticated pneumatic tools, the right air compressor ensures reliable and continuous performance for equipment such as pneumatic nailers, air sanders, and spraying systems, which are crucial for maintaining productivity and quality in wood products manufacturing.
What size air compressor do I need for a workshop?
The tank size, air pressure requirements, and overall capacity of the air compressor needed can vary significantly based on your specific woodworking tools and production requirements. For small woodworking projects, a portable air compressor might suffice, while furniture manufacturing and lumber processing operations may require a larger compressor or even a quiet compressor with a larger tank.
Contact us for a comprehensive assessment. Our team can evaluate your needs - from air hose specifications to tank capacity - to recommend the best air compressor to ensure optimal performance and efficiency for your workshop operations. Getting the right air compressor is crucial for maintaining productivity and preventing potential downtime.
What should I consider when choosing between a portable air compressor and a larger fixed unit?
Your choice depends on several factors including the types of woodworking tools you'll be using, required air pressure, and whether you need to move the unit between different work areas. A portable air compressor works well for smaller woodworking projects and basic pneumatic tools, while heavy-duty woodworking tasks and furniture manufacturing typically require a larger compressor with greater tank capacity. Consider factors like air pressure requirements, tank size, and whether you need features like a vacuum pump or quiet operation.