When it comes to air compressor maintenance and repairs, finding the right parts can be tricky. However, the right approach can streamline the process saving you time, effort, and frustration.
Whether it's a replacement valve, a motor component, or air compressor fittings, searching for parts can be overwhelming, especially if you are pressed for time.
In this blog, we explore the various avenues to source air compressor parts when you need them. We also explain how a service programme can help by ensuring you have access to the parts and expertise you need on demand.
How to find air compressor parts
There are several places to look for parts, each with benefits and drawbacks. The key options include:
- Exploring local suppliers
- Contacting manufacturers directly
- Using a service programme
- Contacting Industrial Air Systems (IAS)
Check local suppliers
Searching for "air compressor parts near me" can yield results tailored to your location. If you need parts immediately, this means you won’t need to wait for delivery and can pick the parts up the same day.
Some local suppliers may stock a range of air compressor parts and fittings, making it easy to find the required components quickly. Additionally, they may provide personalised support and advice.
However, this option will only be helpful if your suppliers are close by and have all the parts you need. Unfortunately, it is common for local suppliers to have limited stock, especially when you are located outside of the main town centres or industrial hubs.
For these reasons, a local supplier is a helpful option, but should not be your only place to find parts. We recommend exploring your local suppliers to see what they have in stock and then finding other parts from manufacturers or national suppliers like Industrial Air Systems (IAS).
Contact the manufacturers
Another common way to find parts is by reaching out to the original manufacturer. Manufacturers have in-depth knowledge of the products and can guide you toward the correct components for your particular model. They can also provide valuable advice on compatibility, installation, and maintenance.
However, some manufacturers may only make certain parts and not everything you require. In these cases, it may be wiser to find a supplier who can source every part you need at once. This will streamline your supply chain and repair process, ensuring your downtime is kept to a minimum.
Join an air compressor service programme
Having your installed air compressor on a service programme helps alleviate the search for parts because they will be checked and installed by a professional regularly. This means you do not have to think about your replacement parts and can simply focus on running your operations.
When your equipment is on a service program, it undergoes regular maintenance and inspections. These professionals have extensive knowledge of air compressor systems and all their components. They can identify potential issues, replace worn-out parts, and conduct repairs to keep your operations running optimally.
Benefits of a service programme
If your air compressor is on a regular service programme, the key advantages are:
- Less operational downtime.
- Equipment always operates at peak performance.
- Fewer unnecessary repairs.
- Better capital investment.
- Less rework of production.
- Lower power consumption.
- Efficient performance.
- Less dependency on standby equipment.
Industrial Air Systems service programme
At Industrial Air Systems, our service programme backs up your system 24/7, 365 days a year. By partnering with us, your air compressor will be covered by our Master Maintenance team. Whenever we service your site, our 5-point pledge is as follows:
- We will be on-site as promised and notify you of any changes.
- Your machine will be cleaner than when we arrived.
- The majority of issues will be addressed during our first site visit.
- Our technicians can service any brand and any compressor.
- You will be advised of the best ways to maintain your equipment.
Contact Industrial Air Systems
While manufacturers can offer specific guidance, reaching out to IAS is the simplest way to find the right parts. As part of the global PneuTech Group, we have an experienced workforce, 24/7 support, a global knowledge base, and practical turnkey designs.
Based in Auckland, Christchurch, and Timaru, Industrial Air Systems services customers all over New Zealand. Our equipment is made by PneuTech, including our air compressors specialising in capacities ranging from 7.5kW to 250kW. The full range includes:
- Filtration
- Dryers
- Aluminium piping
- Nitrogen generators
- Integrated compressors
- Variable-speed compressors
- Fixed-speed compressors
- Oil-free air compressors
- Scroll compressors
- Compressor enclosures
- Receiver tanks
- Equipment and accessories
Why choose Industrial Air Systems?
At IAS, we’re committed to providing you with top-tier service. Our team of specialist technicians are available to provide urgent repairs and maintenance and ensure your equipment always operates at peak performance.
We also stay at the forefront of all things compressed air to make sure we can find the right solution for any application. Whether you have a business, workshop, or a new factory fit-out, we can help. If you need a high level of efficiency, lower operating costs, a longer lifespan, 100% air purity, or all of that combined, you'll find what you need in our quality range. Explore the products on our website or in our catalogue, or contact the team for tailored advice.
To find out more about our servicing, our free brochure covers details of our preventative maintenance programmes and the checklist points we cover when servicing your equipment.
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