Time for an upgrade? Try airSWAP
Atlas Copco’s airSWAP, the compressor upgrade program, is here to provide a path to a more affordable production upgrade. Whether you have an old compressor that hasn’t been operating or a compressor you are just tired of dealing with, we are ready to help you make that SWAP.
Why replace or upgrade your compressor?
If compressed air is an essential part of your day to day business operations, and downtime would cost you considerably in lost production, then you should consider replacing or upgrading your compressor specially with the increasing energy prices that manufacturers face nowadays.
Before making your decision, let’s consider a few important factors:
While a new compressor may seem expensive initially, consider the overall cost of ownership over its lifespan. The actual purchase price of a new compressor is only around 10% of the total cost while energy contributes up to 80% of an air compressor's total life cycle cost.
Compressed air systems represent the majority of energy costs in the facility, as it may reach 20% of the total electricity bill
These challenges urge many companies to review the cost-effectiveness of their compressed air system and switch to a new and smart energy-efficient compressor model, so the cost of a new unit soon pays for itself in electricity savings.
When to replace an old compressor?
- Frequent breakdowns & Repairs: then it is more likely it will happen again resulting in stopping the compressor & production in addition to loss of money
Age: Compressors typically have an average life span of 7-15 years depending on how harsh the local conditions are. Typically, a user should start thinking of compressor replacement from the 5th year.
Parts Availability: For older models, finding replacement parts can be time consuming and expensive.
- Decreased performance : over time, the performance of the compressor can be affected due to continuous use. If the air compressor is old and has been working for a long time, it may be a good idea to replace it to improve efficiency and performance.
- Large electricity consumption results in a high electricity bill
Energy inefficiency: Newer compressors are more energy-efficient. If your old compressor is inefficient, replacing it could lead to long-term energy savings.
- Air leakage: if there is a leak in the pressure system, it may be better to replace the compressor. Air leakage leads to pressure loss and reduce the efficiency of the compressor.
- Repair History: if there is damage to the compressor components, it may be necessary to replace them. Damage to these components can cause the compressor to stop working.
- Increased compressed air requirements: if you need more air or more compressor power for new applications, so replacing it with a larger unit or newer technology would be ideal solution for meeting your requirements.
Atlas Copco offers you the solution of replacing your old machines with more efficient modern Atlas Copco compressors and upgrading your new ones.
This is made possible through the airSWAP compressor replacement program.
Replacement conditions
- This campaign is for oil-injected screw compressors from any brand ranging from 2 KW to 90 KW.
- For Compressor from 5 years & more
- The price of the new compressor and the discount rate are determined after checking your old equipment.
- This offer is valid for a limited time.
- Replace an old compressor, regardless of its brand
Please note that conditions can be based on local regulations.
Replacement benefits
- Save up to 60% of energy with the new Atlas Copco variable-speed models with capacities up to (90) kW.
- The new compressors would be upgraded to GA⁺, GAVSD⁺ GAVSDˢ
- Special discount on variable speed compressors
- Achieve tangible savings with the purchase of high-efficiency compressors.
Replacement with one of the Atlas Copco oil-injected screw compressors: G - GA - GA⁺- GA VSD⁺- GA VSDˢ
Repair or Replace?
Are you aware that energy contributes up to 80% of the total life cycle cost of an air compressor? But an ageing compressor loses efficiency and this efficiency loss increases as the compressor starts reaching its due overhaul. Compressors, like all other equipment that operate continuously around the clock, have an escalating maintenance cost linked to ageing. This escalating maintenance cost is easily saved by investing in a newer compressor. However before making your decision it’s best to check the condition of your compressors for both reliability / lifetime and energy consumption.
Compressed air system audit gives you an answer
Our compressed air audit will present you with an insightful report that provides a good snapshot of the state of your compressed air system. Our specialists will visit your compressor room and utilize data loggers to measure your system and gather the needed information. Data loggers will be attached to the air compressor for a minimum of 7-14 days to observe and record all trends and demand fluctuation during the weekdays as well as the weekends.
The results of the audit will provide you with a good understanding of the actual compressed air usage over some time. It will allow you to identify air demand peaks and the overall consumption pattern. Our air audit will give you a better understanding of your system and its inefficiencies. And all the data and advice you need to decide on whether to invest in a new system or continue with maintenance of the existing system.