Can’t replace it? Upgrade it!
The professional solution offered by MIKROEL Controllers enables service providers to carry out effective energy modernization of fixed-speed screw compressors. By using the XAIR Energy Box system, the entire control system including motor control can be replaced, transforming fixed-speed compressors into modern variable-speed units. This process involves not only the installation of a frequency inverter but also the complete adaptation of the control system to the new operating requirements, changing the compressor’s performance characteristics. As a result, the compressor automatically adjusts motor speed to match actual air demand, reducing energy consumption by up to 35%. An additional benefit is the reduction in mechanical stress on the motor, which contributes to longer service life.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Why XAIR Energy Box?
Whenever a machine is modified, the user wants to be sure that the change will be safe and beneficial, not damaging. That’s why such tasks should be performed by specialists. MIKROEL Controllers, celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, is a leading manufacturer of control systems for Poland’s top compressor brands and many European clients. This extensive experience allows the company to offer advanced solutions such as XAIR Energy Box, which thanks to carefully developed algorithms ensures optimal and safe compressor operation after modernization.
Can XAIR Energy Box be used in my compressor?
This is one of the first questions that arises when considering an energy upgrade. To answer it, a compressor audit is required, its cost is minimal compared to the daily operational expenses. Such an audit will clearly determine whether the compressor meets the criteria for safe modernization using the XAIR Energy Box system.
Is modernization with XAIR Energy Box cost-effective?
An energy audit is not only a check to see if the device qualifies for an upgrade, but also a detailed analysis of how it operates and how much energy it consumes. It is based on precise data collected by analyzers monitoring power usage and compressor performance. Using this information, a detailed report is created, clearly showing the potential savings and assessing the cost-effectiveness of the upgrade. The report provides a clear estimate of the payback period, allowing the customer to make an informed decision with confidence.
What do I need to do to request an audit and receive the report?
Simply contact the Technical Support Department at MIKROEL Controllers and provide basic information about your compressor type, along with a photo or transcription of the device’s nameplate.
Why choose to upgrade with XAIR Energy Box?
Versatility and easy adaptation:
The XAIR Energy Box kit can be adapted to any fixed-speed screw compressor, offering wide modernization potential without the need to replace the entire system.
Quality and safety:
The devices included in the XAIR Energy Box system are certified and meet all the standards required for safe energy modernization. MIKROEL Controllers, with over 25 years of experience in serial production of control systems for compressors, has developed the XAIR Energy Box as a comprehensive solution tailored to the demands of such upgrades which is essential to ensure the safe continued operation of the equipment. A key element of the system is the precise adaptation of advanced control algorithms, which are necessary to guarantee the safe performance of the compressor after its operating characteristics have been changed.
Intuitive operation:
Customers gain access to advanced yet user-friendly controllers from the XAIR Line, which improve ease of use and provide precise control over the compressed air production process.
Clear messaging:
Instead of complicated error codes, the controllers display clear and understandable messages from the inverter. This greatly simplifies diagnostics and reduces the risk of operational errors.
Remote monitoring and service support:
The version with a built-in Webserver allows for the implementation of a remote compressor room monitoring service, enabling real-time status tracking, early detection of potential issues from anywhere, and minimizing downtime. This also leads to faster service response and better overall control of the system’s operation.
