Frequently Asked Questions

The most commonly used air compressors in mining are rotary screw air compressors and reciprocating piston air compressors. Rotary screw compressors are favored for continuous use due to their durability and ability to supply a steady flow of compressed air, while reciprocating piston compressors are often used for intermittent or small-scale operations. These compressors are essential for powering pneumatic tools, drilling, and ventilation systems in mines.

Compressed air in mining refers to air that has been pressurized to drive various equipment and tools used in mining operations. It powers pneumatic drills, hammers, conveyors, and other machinery. Compressed air is also essential for ventilation in underground mines, providing breathable air and removing harmful gases or dust from the environment.

Compressor mining involves the use of compressed air to power equipment such as pneumatic drills, loaders, and transport systems. The air compressor generates pressurized air, which is then channeled to machinery via hoses or piping. This compressed air provides the force needed to operate various mining tools, ensuring efficiency and safety in operations, especially in hard rock drilling and tunneling.

Air blasting in mining refers to the use of compressed air to clean surfaces, remove debris, or blast loose material. It is commonly used for clearing dust and dirt from mining equipment, or for surface cleaning before new phases of mining operations begin. In some cases, air blasting is also used for material removal in specific mining processes, such as cleaning ore or coal from rocks.

If you know the volume of air you need and the average annual operating hours, you can calculate the costs of purchasing and paying for service versus KAirFree. However, this calculation does not account for additional benefits of KAirFree, such as more predictable cash flow, downtime insurance, remote monitoring, less administration time, and flexibility to adjust compressor size as needed. Generally, if you run the compressor less than 2,000 hours annually, the overall cost for KAirFree is lower than purchasing the compressor and paying for preventive maintenance and repair services over the life of the compressor. Most 5 to 20 hp compressor owners operate far less than 2,000 hours annually. With KAirFree, you are paying for the resource as you use it instead of a larger upfront cost plus pay-as-you-go service costs. Additionally, people typically buy a larger compressor than needed, with future growth in mind, further increasing costs associated with purchase, service, and energy consumption.

This fee includes your complete compressed air station with compressor, dryer, receiver tank, coalescing oil removing filter with automatic drain, and an oil/water condensate management separator.