Case Studies

Project: Nitrogen Generation System Installation

Client: Bulkhaul, a global transport company specialising in bulk tank units

Objective: To install a nitrogen generation system using existing factory air to enhance the drying process of bulk tank units.

Solution: Bulkhaul approached AS Pneumatics to improve their nitrogen generation capabilities. The project involved installing two nitrogen generation plants utilising the existing factory air. The installation was completed using stainless steel press-fit piping, ensuring a durable and leak-free system.

We installed a 3000-litre storage vessel to allow for the efficient use of nitrogen, for ultra-drying the bulk tanks.

Outcome: The installed nitrogen generation system performed exceptionally well, meeting and exceeding Bulkhaul’s expectations. The efficiency and reliability of the system led to a significant improvement in the drying process of their bulk tanks.

Due to the system’s success, Bulkhaul decided to upgrade their nitrogen generation capabilities a year later, so we installed an additional, larger nitrogen generation system.

This case study highlights AS Pneumatics’ ability to provide tailored and scalable solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients, ensuring long-term satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Project:  new compressed air package Installation

Client: Glanbia sports nutrition / sports nutrition production facility

Objective: Install complete new compressed air package after huge potential savings highlighted.

Solution: Glanbia approached AS Pneumatics for cost saving measures for compressed air packages. We ran a data log across the site to show current running profile and costs. From data logging  we were able to advise on new equipment

New kit installations included 2 x Boge 55kw vsd machines and Air treatment with dew point control. We installed these machines using prevost aluminium tube and fittings.

Outcome: Savings achieved of £107k per year, made up of improved specific power, eliminating off load running and improved pressure control.
Incorporate integrated duotherm to use heat from the compressor oil to pre heat water to the boiler, saving an estimated additional £20k per year

This case study highlights AS Pneumatics’ ability to provide tailored and cost saving solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients, ensuring long-term savings and operational efficiency.

Project:  Reduce running costs

Client: Be Modern/Fireplace Manufacturer

Objective: Install complete new compressed air package after huge potential savings highlighted.

Solution: Data logging of the Be Modern site showed installing a new boge vsd compressor would reduce running costs by 36% or £28700 by reducing unloaded running

Outcome: Be Modern’s existing 75kw base load machine replaced with new energy efficient boge 75kw vsd.

The variable speed control matches motor speed to factory demand.

This case study again highlights AS Pneumatics’ ability to provide tailored and cost saving solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients, ensuring long-term savings and operational efficiency.

Project:  Reduce running costs & Maintenance Cost Savings

Client: Tridonic/Industrial Light Manufacturer

Objective: Install complete new variable speed machines after potential savings highlighted.

Solution: Tridonic were running two old 75kw variable speed machines. These machines were massively oversized for their air usage.

Outcome: AS Pneumatics data logged the site and recommended 2 x 30kw vsd machines to run duty stnadby

We installed machine number 1 first and then installed machine number 2 just six months later.

This installation saved £23k per year plus additional cost savings in maintenance. 

This case study again highlights AS Pneumatics’ ability to provide tailored and cost saving solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients, ensuring long-term savings in maintenance and operational efficiency.

Project: Nitrogen Generation System Installation

Client: Reflex Labels/Packaging Printers

Objective: Provide a turnkey solution to move away from using bulk liquid nitrogen and generate their own Nitrogen supply. Reflex Labels use Nitrogen to cure ink on UV Printing Lines

Solution: Reflex Labels approached AS Pneumatics to implement Nitrogen Generation. The project involved installing a trial system to run on one production line. 

After successful trial, we installed compressed air and nitrogen generation kits into 20ft containers.
We installed 4 Nano Dryers and N2 generators. 1 boge 55kw vsd. 1 boge 30kw vsd. Once installed on site, we connected to factory supplies and the completed the changeover to the new Nitrogen generation supply

Outcome: The customer went from spending around £300K  annually on bulk nitrogen deliveries to saving around £20K-£25K monthly by producing their own. 

The customer saw return on their investment in just 10 months. 

The customer also reports that there has been no reliability issues. They have not had to rely on suppliers and deliveries or had to defrost outside equipment in colder months. 

This case study highlights AS Pneumatics’ ability to provide tailored solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients, ensuring long-term satisfaction, operational efficiency and return on investment.