Atlas Copco has introduced six new models in the electric compressor range in India.

The new environment legislations to control pollution in India have ensured that states are now actively supporting stable grids. This has resulted in the total installed utility power capacity in the country increasing by 51 per cent from March 2012 to March 2016, and is still growing.

Atlas Copco's electric range of compressors offer different pressure and flow combinations so that customers can now experience the full power of electric.

Equipped with the right ergonomics and inbuilt features to enhance performance, these electric compressors offer 19 per cent faster drilling with 11 per cent less power consumption as compared with other compressors in its class. Atlas Copco electric compressors are 32 per cent lighter and 8 per cent smaller in size, thereby reducing logistics cost and related challenges, which also makes it convenient for the compressor to be operated and moved in narrow spaces. There are several other features which enhance performance as listed below.

Easy serviceability
Hood type canopy design and proper layout of components gives wider access to parts which need to be serviced.

Better performance
Higher productivity is achieved with efficient element and motor combination complemented with a heavy duty air filter and reliable cooling capacity to enable the compressor to operate at LAT 50°C.

Ergonomics
A simple control panel with an analogue and digital display, simplifies operations. The control panel and outlet manifold placement makes it convenient for the operator to operate and monitor from the same side of the machine. Dual pressure switch (for XAT400E) helps to change pressure and use unit for multiple applications. Atlas Copco electric compressors are compact, lightweight and easy to move, demonstrating outstanding ruggedness and durability. Corrosion resistant canopy makes them suitable for outdoor operations (in direct sun light, rain and dusty environments).

No emission; low sound levels
With no fuel usage, there are no emissions while the hood type canopy of the Atlas Copco electric compressors is designed to ensure low sound levels on site, making them ideal for usage within city limits.

Safety
The electric compressors have a preinstalled socket for input power supply with an additional emergency switch to manage operations safely. Atlas Copco's electric compressor range delivers air from 7 to 12 bar (100 to 175 psi) with a flow of upto 475 cfm, making them suitable for all applications.

Standing out
Be it in construction, jack hammer operation, shotcrete blasting, blast hole drilling, abrasive blasting, mining, dimensional stone, dry ice blasting, cable blasting or utilities, the electric compressors operate with 50 per cent less maintenance cost and 40 per cent less operating cost over diesel compressors.

The advantage of just plug and play, with no diesel stocking, filling or arranging, makes these electric compressors suitable for 24 x 7 operations.

(Communication by the management of the company)