Diagnosing a faulty compressor valve is something HVAC technicians have to deal with on a semi-regular basis, and while a bad valve is often not the main reason a compressor fails, it is an integral ...

When renting a portable air compressor, there are several important considerations to ensure that you select the right unit for your needs. Portable air compressors are versatile worksite tools that ...

After a great floor jack and a tool chest, getting the best air compressor is probably next on any home mechanic’s wish list.

Proper maintenance should be a top priority, and creating a strong schedule for your air compressor service might be the difference between a successful rental or a costly breakdown. A rental ...

BEHIND THE CURTAIN: The compressor may be “where the magic happens” within a cooling system, but a peek behind a pressure-volume diagram for a fictitious typical refrigeration cycle reveals nothing ...

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about the compressor in your air conditioner, at least as long as it’s pumping out cool air. But if you’re in the market for a new window AC this season, ...

The Smiths slept on their living room floor last week, a family of four camping in the coolest part of the house while they argued with an air-conditioning company about repairs. The problem was the ...

My love affair with compressed air started a number of years ago when I got an entry level oil-less air compressor for Christmas. Looking like a bloated red fire hydrant lying on its side, it made a ...

Small and lightweight, both feature 12 Volt air compressors and simple operation. They can be easily packed to provide essential support at home or when on the road. However, the units are not equal ...

Domestic air-conditioner compressor manufacturing is gaining focus as demand for room ACs surge and China’s dominance leads to import pressures. Leading AC brands and compressor manufacturers are ...