ELGi Launches PG 850S-290 Portable Compressor at Bauma CONEXPO 2024

12 Dec 2024 CW Team

The PG 850S-290 portable air compressor is designed to deliver exceptional performance and efficiency, featuring an intelligent control system that optimizes drilling operations while reducing fuel consumption. Its turbo pre-cleaners for air intake ensure enhanced performance in dusty environments, making it ideal for rugged applications. The compressor is also equipped with dual pressure modes that adapt to varied operational requirements. An energy-efficient screw profile ensures top-notch performance without compromising on energy savings, while its low-maintenance design reduces operational costs and enhances reliability.

The PG 850S-290 is exclusively designed for excavator-mounted drilling applications, featuring a compact build that enables seamless integration with excavators for efficient operation. Its rugged canopy design ensures durability and resilience, even in the harshest mining environments. The exclusive anti-vibration mounting (AVM) pads, specifically designed for seamless integration with excavators, provide exceptional stability during operation. The drive system and air-oil separator tanks equipped with these exclusive rigid mounting pads further enhance durability and performance in demanding applications.

The compressor is designed to be user-friendly - ensuring simplified upkeep and enhanced uptime and productivity. The single-sided service access allows convenient reach to all control system components, streamlining maintenance tasks. Additionally, accessible drain valves are thoughtfully incorporated for hassle-free operation. The user-friendly controller is equipped with dustproof protection, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh and challenging environments.

The PG 850S-290 is a trusted partner for industries seeking reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Whether it’s drilling deeper with less fuel or maintaining consistent operations in dusty, rugged terrains, the PG 850S-290 stands out as an ideal solution, ready to meet the evolving demands of the mining and construction sectors.

ELGi is committed to delivering high-performance portable compressed air solutions to construction and mining industry customers. Backed by over 64 years of expertise in compressed air technology and superior customer support, ELGi operates in over 120 countries, delivering a comprehensive range of compressed air solutions. With state-of-the-art manufacturing units and a product portfolio of 400+ compressed air systems, ELGi redefines reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness across 2 million installations globally.

Elgi Equipments, a global leader in air compressor manufacturing, launched its latest innovation, the PG 850S-290 portable air compressor, at the 7th edition of bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2024, India Expo Centre, Delhi NCR. Also, on display at the ELGi outdoor booth, OG 30, are the electric-powered PG 110 E, PG 132 E, PG 22 E, and the diesel-powered PG550-215 portable air compressor that have found extensive adoption in the mining and construction industry across India. Over 1000 exhibitors, 75,000 visitors, and key decision-makers from the construction, mining, and manufacturing industries across the globe are expected to visit the tradeshow. The PG 850S-290 portable air compressor is designed to deliver exceptional performance and efficiency, featuring an intelligent control system that optimizes drilling operations while reducing fuel consumption. Its turbo pre-cleaners for air intake ensure enhanced performance in dusty environments, making it ideal for rugged applications. The compressor is also equipped with dual pressure modes that adapt to varied operational requirements. An energy-efficient screw profile ensures top-notch performance without compromising on energy savings, while its low-maintenance design reduces operational costs and enhances reliability. The PG 850S-290 is exclusively designed for excavator-mounted drilling applications, featuring a compact build that enables seamless integration with excavators for efficient operation. Its rugged canopy design ensures durability and resilience, even in the harshest mining environments. The exclusive anti-vibration mounting (AVM) pads, specifically designed for seamless integration with excavators, provide exceptional stability during operation. The drive system and air-oil separator tanks equipped with these exclusive rigid mounting pads further enhance durability and performance in demanding applications.The compressor is designed to be user-friendly - ensuring simplified upkeep and enhanced uptime and productivity. The single-sided service access allows convenient reach to all control system components, streamlining maintenance tasks. Additionally, accessible drain valves are thoughtfully incorporated for hassle-free operation. The user-friendly controller is equipped with dustproof protection, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh and challenging environments.The PG 850S-290 is a trusted partner for industries seeking reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Whether it’s drilling deeper with less fuel or maintaining consistent operations in dusty, rugged terrains, the PG 850S-290 stands out as an ideal solution, ready to meet the evolving demands of the mining and construction sectors.ELGi is committed to delivering high-performance portable compressed air solutions to construction and mining industry customers. Backed by over 64 years of expertise in compressed air technology and superior customer support, ELGi operates in over 120 countries, delivering a comprehensive range of compressed air solutions. With state-of-the-art manufacturing units and a product portfolio of 400+ compressed air systems, ELGi redefines reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness across 2 million installations globally.

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