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Air Treatment

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Atmospheric air consists of dust Besides that, gummy substances To eliminate these contaminants,
and moisture. Dust usually will be may be formed from fine particles further air treatment is required to
removed by the filter fixed at the of carbonised oil, pipe scale and ensure the compressed air is as
intake of the compressor. other foreign matter, such as worn clean as possible to the point of
Meanwhile, moisture condenses sealing material. This can result in use.
out during the continuous cooling injurious effects on pneumatic
and drying process. However, there equipment by increased seal and
will always be some moisture which component wear, seal expansion,
will be carried over. corrosion and sticking valves.

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