AQ 15-55 VSD/AQ 30-55

POWERFUL OIL-FREE AIR

When it comes to clean, oil-free compressed air, you cannot afford to compromise on quality. Over the past decades, Atlas Copco has pioneered oil-free water-injected screw technology, resulting in a broad range of compressors delivering 100% oil-free, clean air. Setting the standard through ISO 8573-1 CLASS 0 certification, the AQ meets your need for pure oil-free air while offering best in class energy efficiency.

Zero risk of contamination

Whether your activities are in pharmaceutical production, food & beverage, critical electronics or in a similarly exacting industry, air quality is paramount for your end product and production process. Atlas Copco’s AQ oil-free compressors eliminate the risks of oil contamination.

Reduced energy costs

With energy amounting to over 70% of a compressor’s lifecycle costs (LCC), its importance is clear. The most efficient compressed air solution optimizes the pressure, volume and air treatment equipment for each production process. Atlas Copco’s AQ compressors provide you with the ultimate all-in-one package to reduce your electricity bill to a minimum.

Renowned expertise

Drawing on vast experience and continuous technological innovations, Atlas Copco has been leading the industry in oil-free compressed air technology for over sixty years. With the protection of your application in mind, Atlas Copco has designed its AQ range to offer the superb 100% oil-free quality air you are in need of.

ENGINEERED TO MEET YOUR NEEDS

At Atlas Copco we aim to provide you with compressors that fulfill and even exceed your expectations and demands. Built as the result of decades of experience in oil-free design and manufacturing, the AQ range of oil-free screw compressors gives you all of this experience and knowledge in a class leading package.

Water-injected screw element
Water filter
Heavy-duty air filter
Separator vessel
Induction motor
Reverse osmosis system
Air-cooled fan and water-cooler
Integrated highly efficient dryer
Elektronikon® Graphic
Sound insulated canopy
Electronic no-loss water drain

PROVEN TECHNOLOGY

At the heart of the new AQ range is a unique water-injected screw element working highly efficient near isothermal compression. The polymer ceramic rotors with their optimized rotor profile are supported by water-lubricated bearings, ensuring that no oil whatsoever can contaminate the compression element, thereby producing pure oil-free air.

Rotors A highly efficient compression process is achieved thanks to high quality polymer mould ceramic rotors with optimum profiling. The combination of corrosion-free, high efficiency raw material and water lubrication results in a longer lifespan.
Element housing Strength and durability are ensured as a result of the aluminium bronze element housing without risk of corrosion within the element.
Element bearings The use of hydrodynamic bearings ensure long life as no physical contact is made within the bearing itself, it simply glides on a film of water removing the need for any oil or grease lubrication.

EXCEPTIONAL VERSATILITY

Contrary to traditional compressor set-ups, Atlas Copco’s AQ WorkPlace Air System compressors effortlessly fit onto your work floor. With their compact footprint and integration of air treatment equipment, AQ compressors ensure optimum efficiency and reliability. Designed to give the most versatile source of compressed air, they provide you with an all-in-one package that will have your production running smoothly for years to come.

VSD: DRIVING DOWN YOUR ENERGY COSTS

Over 80% of a compressor’s lifecycle cost is taken up by the energy it consumes. Moreover, the generation of compressed air can account for more than 40% of a plant’s total electricity bill. To cut your energy costs, Atlas Copco pioneered Variable Speed Drive (VSD) technology in the compressed air industry. VSD leads to major energy savings, while protecting the environment for future generations. Thanks to continual investments in this technology, Atlas Copco offers the widest range of integrated VSD compressors on the market.

Why Atlas Copco Variable Speed Drive technology?

On average 35% energy savings during fluctuations in production demand with an extensive turndown range.
Integrated Elektronikon Graphic controller controls the motor speed and high efficiency frequency inverter.
No wasted idling times or blow-off losses in normal operation.
Compressor can start/stop under full system pressure without the need to unload with special VSD motor.
Eliminates peak current penalty during start-up.
Minimizes system leakage due to a lower system pressure.
EMC Compliance to directives (2004/108/EG).

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