Atlas Copco has expanded its oil-free compressor line to meet the rigorous standards of dependability and air purity essential for industries such as food manufacturing and processing.
The latest models include the ZR/ZT 30-55 FLX dual-speed rotary tooth compressors, alongside the ZR/ZT 30-50 VSD+ rotary tooth compressors. Additionally, the robust ZT 200-355 VSD+ and ZR 200 – 315 VSD STD rotary screw compressors provide substantial total cost of ownership (TCO) benefits tailored for sectors demanding high air purity standards.
Specifically, the ZR/ZT 30-50 VSD+ compressors excel in scenarios requiring continuous delivery of high-quality compressed air with zero risk of contamination, particularly in food and beverage operations. These compressors utilize Atlas Copco’s innovative NEOS Next VSD technology, facilitating energy savings of up to 15% and reducing installation footprint by 18%. The dual NEOS drive system dynamically adjusts motor speeds, optimizing efficiency regardless of air demand variations, ensuring consistent and reliable performance.
Moreover, the ZR/ZT 30-55 FLX compressors are pioneering dual-speed oil-free compressors that achieve remarkable efficiency by operating at two distinct motor speeds. This design significantly reduces energy consumption compared to traditional fixed-speed compressors. With independent drive trains and optimized airflow, these units can lower energy usage by up to 9%, decrease unload power by up to 70%, and enhance air output by 15% when juxtaposed with fixed-speed models.
Formulated for larger manufacturing operations, the ZT 200-355 VSD+ rotary screw compressor range enhances performance through various advanced features. This includes a 13% reduction in footprint, extended service intervals, high-efficiency screw elements, and permanent magnet motors. Additionally, integrated NEOS inverter technology boosts airflow by up to 20%, improves turndown capacity by 10%, and achieves up to 16% better specific energy requirement (SER) performance compared to earlier models.
The newly launched ZR 200-315 (VSD) oil-free rotary screw compressor models offer up to a 14% improvement in flow rates and an overall efficiency increase of up to 7%. This results in enhanced performance and operational savings for large compressor users needing clean, reliable compressed air.
“Our latest oil-free compressors reflect Atlas Copco’s ongoing commitment to delivering leading energy efficiency and superior air quality, essential for maintaining productivity standards in demanding environments,” said Scott Harrison, business line manager at Atlas Copco Compressors. “These new models reinforce our leadership in oil-free compressed air technology, enabling our customers to reduce operating costs, enhance sustainability, and achieve notable energy savings.”
Furthermore, all compressors come equipped with Atlas Copco’s intuitive Elektronikon monitoring system, which ensures optimal performance, reliability, and energy management through advanced control algorithms and real-time operational data visualization. Designed with maintenance in mind, strategically placed components simplify servicing tasks, reducing downtime and operational disruptions significantly.
