Refrigerated Air Dryers Melbourne and Geelong
We professionally install, service, and repair refrigerated compressed air dryers.
What Is a Refrigerated Air Dryer?
A refrigerated air dryer is a device that is designed to remove water vapour from compressed air. It does this by cooling it down using a standard refrigeration cycle. This chills the air to roughly 3°C to 4°C, which causes moisture to condense into liquid water that automatically drains away.
For many businesses across Melbourne and Geelong, an air dryer is an essential part of maintaining reliable compressed air systems. This is mainly because it improves productivity and reduces downtime.
How a Refrigerated Air Dryer Works
The process through which a refrigerated compressed air dryer removes moisture from compressed air is actually quite simple. It typically goes like this:
- Warm compressed air first passes through a heat exchanger where it is pre-cooled.
- The air is then chilled to around 3°C. This causes humidity and water vapour to condense.
- The collected water is then separated and automatically drained from the dryer.
- Before leaving the unit, the dry air is gently reheated to reduce external condensation. This helps to deliver clean, dry air to your system.
Refrigerated Air Dryer Installation
At Tempright, we understand that correctly installing refrigerated air dryers is just as important as selecting the right unit. That is why our expert team makes sure they only install systems that suit your compressor output and available space, while crucially, still allowing easy access for future maintenance.
Our installation process includes:
- Checking the best placement
- Fitting suitable pre-filtration
- Connecting drains correctly
- Commissioning the air dryer to verify it is providing the expected performance
We are fully aware that a properly installed system will deliver reliable quality air to our customers while using less energy over time. That’s why we are very thorough to ensure this happens.
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Servicing and Maintenance
We believe regular, routine maintenance is an important way to extend the life of your compressed air dryers and ensure they operate efficiently. That’s why we generally recommend our clients have them serviced every three to six months to reduce operational costs.
Our extensive service can include:
By arranging for our team to regularly service your refrigerated air dryers, you will enjoy consistent air quality. You will also benefit from increased system efficiency, lower operational costs, and a reduced likelihood of breakdowns.
Refrigerated Air Dryer Repairs
Unfortunately, even the best-maintained air dryers can develop faults over time. If this happens to your system, our team will carry out fast repairs to get it up and running again. They have the expertise to fix many different types of refrigerated air dryers that are used in commercial and industrial applications.
Some of the most common issues they rectify include:
- Water carrying over into the airline
- Blocked or failed drains
- Refrigerant leaks
- Corrosion
- Frozen heat exchangers
- Dirty condensers
- Shutdowns caused by high ambient temperatures
The quicker we complete repairs, the more it will help to prevent damage to compressors and connected equipment. That’s why if you suspect an issue, you should contact us promptly.
Sizing an Air Dryer for Your Compressor
When it comes to choosing the correct dryer for your needs, there are several things you will need to take into account.
Compressor size, of course, is one of them. But other factors such as CFM, inlet pressure, inlet air temperature, and ambient temperature are also worth considering. All of them can affect your performance.
To prevent this, our expert team can recommend a unit from the right range that best suits your needs.
Refrigerated Dryers Compared to Desiccant Dryers
Both refrigerated air dryers and desiccant dryers remove moisture. However, they are designed for different applications. So, it’s worth recognising the difference between them.
Refrigerated dryers typically achieve a pressure dew point between 3°C and 7°C. This makes them suitable for most workshops, manufacturing facilities and general industrial compressed air systems.
Desiccant dryers, by contrast, produce much lower dew points. For this reason, they are commonly used in environments where extremely dry air is required, such as pharmaceutical or specialised manufacturing.
Industries We Support
We install, service and repair refrigerated compressed air dryers for companies in a wide range of industries throughout Melbourne and Geelong. They include:
Mechanical workshops
Spray painting and panel shops
Food manufacturing and packaging facilities
Fabrication businesses
Whatever your business needs, we focus on keeping your compressed air system operating efficiently every day and improving your workplace comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s important to make sure your equipment is protected and your air dryer is functioning properly. The best way to do this is to have your air dryer professionally checked every three to six months.
Most maintenance checks involve inspecting the system to ensure it is working correctly. This also includes cleaning out the interior and other relevant parts. Debris or dirt can affect the quality of the compressed air and increase the energy the dryer has to expend.
The most common way to identify if your air dryer may need repairs is if you can see water. If you can see it or mist in the released air, there has most likely been damage to the system, which means it needs repairing.