5 Tips to Save on CO2 in Production

One of the most important ways to reduce carbon emissions is by always paying attention to how much-compressed air you are generating. You shouldn't do this just once a year, either. Because the better you monitor your printing needs, the faster you will be able to identify costly excess usage and take the steps necessary to reverse it.

The working pressure of your system has a direct effect on the electricity required for the compressed air supply. A higher working pressure means:

• a higher energy requirement and thus

• higher energy costs and

• a larger ecological footprint.

On average, you need 6% more energy for each bar. In addition, higher air pressure also stresses the pneumatic components, shortens their service life and increases maintenance costs. So, if you’re wondering how to reduce your carbon footprint while also ensuring your machine lasts longer, this is an important factor to take into consideration.

One of the smart ways to reduce carbon emissions is to invest in energy-efficient equipment that can reduce costs. Use a simple manual or electronic shut-off valve and isolate any manufacturing equipment that is not in use to reduce the risk of leakage.

It's no secret that leaks can cost you significant amounts of capacity and money each year. But did you know that an air leak at 8.3 bar (120 psi) uses 42% more air than at 5.5 bar (80 psi)? Compressed air experts refer to this as an artificial demand, which leads to a reduction in compressed air capacity and increased energy costs. By fixing these leaks, you can achieve considerable CO2 emissions reduction. Explore how you can fix your Air Leaks here.

The location of your compressors affects their efficiency, hence choosing the correct location for your machine is one of the most important ways to reduce carbon emissions. Since the air density is lower at hot temperatures, more energy is required to compress the air in such environments. To ensure that your compressed air systems work as efficiently as possible and use as little energy as possible, you should set them up in the coolest possible place in your facility and ensure that the heat generated is properly dissipated from the compressor room.