Air Compressors for the Aerospace Industry

Air compressors are integral to the aerospace and defence industries, powering essential equipment such as aircraft engines, air conditioners, refrigeration units, and various tools and machinery. They also provide critical breathing air for personnel working in hazardous environments. Compressed air is a vital element in aerospace operations, used extensively from engine manufacturing and testing to fuel injection and cabin pressurization.

ELGi offers a range of air compressors suitable for the aerospace and military sectors. Our oil-free air compressors are ideal for aircraft engines, minimising the risk of oil contamination. Portable air compressors are crucial for defence applications, providing flexibility and mobility. In the aerospace industry, air compressors power various tools and equipment, including pneumatic tools, paint guns, and sanders. They also inflate tires and operate air conditioning and heating systems. In the military, air compressors power , torpedoes, and missile launchers, demonstrating their versatility and indispensability across these critical sectors.

APPLICATIONS OF AIR COMPRESSORS IN THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY

Manufacturing and Assembly

Air compressors are essential for powering pneumatic tools used to fabricate aircraft components, ensuring precision and efficiency in tasks such as drilling, riveting, and shaping metals and composites. Air compressors also provide the necessary compressed air for operating pneumatic systems that handle and manipulate delicate parts during assembly, facilitating the intricate process of constructing aircraft structures and systems.

Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)

Whether disassembling engine parts for inspection or repairing structural components, ELGi air compressors provide the necessary compressed air to operate tools efficiently and safely. Compressors support the use of abrasive blasting equipment for surface preparation and painting, ensuring aircraft surfaces are properly treated and maintained. Their role in maintenance extends to pressurising hydraulic systems for testing and troubleshooting, contributing to the overall reliability and safety of aerospace vehicles.

Testing and Quality Control

Air compressors are essential in aerospace testing and quality control, powering pneumatic testing of hydraulic and fuel systems, pressurised cabins, and aiding non-destructive testing methods. They support precision instruments for the calibration of pressure gauges, flow meters, and leak detectors, ensuring adherence to stringent aerospace standards. Compressors also enable the operation of equipment for ultrasonic and eddy current testing, which is crucial for detecting internal defects in aircraft components without compromising their integrity.

Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

Air compressors provide the necessary compressed air for tasks such as tire inflation, hydraulic system testing, and operating aircraft jacks and lifts for maintenance operations. Additionally, air compressors support the operation of ground-based air conditioning units and start-up systems for aircraft engines, ensuring that planes are prepared and maintained efficiently between flights.

Contamination Control

ELGi air compressors are equipped with filtration systems that remove contaminants such as oil, water vapour, and particulates from the compressed air. This purified air is essential for operating sensitive pneumatic tools, ensuring precision in manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance processes without risking damage to aircraft components. Moreover, in controlled environments like clean rooms and laboratories, air compressors provide clean air for testing and calibration equipment, contributing to the accuracy and reliability of aerospace systems. By effectively managing contamination, ELGi air compressors uphold the high standards of safety, quality, and performance demanded by the aerospace industry.

WHY USE AIR COMPRESSORS IN AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE INDUSTRIES?

Air compressors are critical in the aerospace and defence industries. Some of the key benefits of using air compressors in these sectors include:

100% Contaminant-Free Compressed Air

Maintaining a precise level of contamination control is crucial in critical industries and applications. Traces of lubricants can pose severe threats to end applications. ELGi’s oil-free air compressors are specifically designed for critical applications, ensuring clean, contaminant-free air for operations such as air-operated lifting equipment and air hoists used in various lifting operations.

Robust Build for Maximum Reliability

In the airforce, air compressors offer smooth operations. ELGi’s air compressors offer a low cost of ownership and best-in-class warranty, ensuring maximum peace of mind and efficient machine operation.

Cost-Efficient and Sustainable:

These compressors are designed for continuous operation without excessive energy consumption. With regular maintenance, they can provide a constant supply of compressed air for extended periods. ELGi air compressors are preferred globally due to their proven track record of after-sales service and superior warranty.

WHY CHOOSE ELGI AIR COMPRESSORS FOR AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE INDUSTRIES?

Reliability

ELGi compressors are renowned for their dependable performance and longevity. This attribute is crucial in sectors where equipment must endure harsh environments, as malfunctions can lead to significant repercussions.

Energy Efficiency

ELGi air compressors are recognised for their exceptional efficiency, resulting in cost savings and a reduced ecological footprint.

Superior Compressed Air Quality

ELGi air compressors deliver superior-quality compressed air solutions tailored for critical pneumatic applications across aerospace and defence industries.

Versatile Applications

The diverse range of ELGi air compressors, known for their reliability and efficiency, finds application across various aerospace and defence tasks. These include powering pneumatic tools, inflating tires, and operating essential equipment such as aircraft brakes and landing gear.

Robust Service Network

ELGi air compressors benefit from a robust global service network comprising experienced engineers and partners, ensuring optimal equipment uptime.

Increased Level of Safety

ELGi’s Compressor design conforms to ASME design code and OSHA Safety standards.

Best-in-class Technology

ELGi provides best-in-class, technologically advanced compressed air solutions for aerospace and defence industries.

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AIR COMPRESSORS FOR THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY

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EN SERIES
SCREW COMPRESSORS

EG SERIES
SCREW COMPRESSORS

SINGLE STAGE
DIRECT DRIVE COMPRESSOR

SINGLE STAGE
BELT DRIVEN COMPRESSOR

SINGLE & TWO STAGE
PISTON COMPRESSOR

TWO STAGE
OIL FREE COMPRESSOR