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The Importance of Vacuum Pump Filtration
The Importance of Vacuum Pump Filtration What are Vacuum Pumps and What are they Used for? Vacuum pumps are mechanical pieces of equipment that remove gasses and molecules from a confined space, creating a “vacuum effect” used to complete a variety of different tasks. Vacuum pumps are often used by manufacturing, industrial, and medical industries…
Read MoreAir Compressor Heat Recovery
As utility costs continue to rise, businesses are seeking ways to cut expenses by reducing energy consumption. Does your company utilize air compressors? While these machines perform numerous essential functions, such as painting vehicles, powering pneumatic tools and sandblasting in machine shops, they require a substantial amount of electricity to operate. A compressed air heat…
Read MoreC.H. Reed Relocates Pittsburgh, PA Branch
Official Press Release: C.H. Reed Relocates Pittsburgh, PA Branch Company Information: C.H. Reed, Inc. 800-692-7216 www.chreed.com technicalsupport@chreed.com Release Date: 11/2/2023 Pittsburgh, PA, November 2, 2023 – C.H. Reed is excited to announce the relocation of the Monroeville, PA branch to 2053 Golden Mile Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 in the Pine Valley Plaza. The former branch,…
Read MoreHow to Choose Air Compressor Size
With so many options available, it can be a challenge to determine how to choose the best air compressor for your specific requirements. However, by understanding the factors and considerations involved, you can establish the size and type you need and make an informed decision that maximizes your productivity. Once you know which size air…
Read MoreCase Study: Quincy QR-25 5120 Duplex Compressor Install
Recently, C.H. Reed worked with a southern Michigan-based trucking company on a Quincy Compressor QR-25 5120 Duplex Air Compressor project. This customer is moving into a new facility and needed a larger supply-side air compressor for their growing operations. Their applications require a high-pressure unit, so we designed this monster Quincy Compressor QR-25 5120 duplex…
Read MoreAir Compressor Problems
Does your business depend on air compressors to deliver a steady supply of clean, compressed air at your facility or remote job sites? Is your equipment showing signs of decreasing performance or other mechanical issues? Air compressors are complex machines with many stationary and moving parts. Even a well-constructed and expertly maintained unit may need…
Read MoreAir Compressors for Breweries
Beer is the third most popular drink in the world, only behind water and tea. The beer market in the United States is a $115.4 billion industry. This is a combination of domestic beer production (64.5%), craft beer production (13.2%), and imported beer (22.2%). According to Grand View Research, the global beer market is expected…
Read MoreOil-Free Air Compressor Applications
In a variety of different industries, air compressors act as workhorses to power tools and machinery to get jobs done safely, effectively and efficiently. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 70 percent of manufacturing facilities use a substantial amount of compressed air during production. But a business’s choice regarding which type of air compressor to purchase…
Read MoreTom Rogers Memoir
We would like to take a moment to announce the passing of Tom Rogers; a long-tenured employee, C.H. Reed family member, previous Vice President, and previous shareholder of the company. Tom was the son of Kay Rogers and the grandson of Charles Harold Reed, founder of C.H. Reed. He held many different positions in his…
Read MoreCase Study: Custom Shipping Container Compressed Air System
Custom Shipping Container Compressed Air System We recently worked with a Pennsylvania-based steel product manufacturer on another custom shipping/storage container compressed air system. Below are a few of the project’s details: The customer’s primary air compressor, a competitor’s brand 75 HP variable speed compressor, was no longer able to support their production demands while operating…
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