Overview
Client: Engineering company
Location: Norfolk
Industry: Engineering and manufacturing
Solution: Variable Speed Drive rotary screw air compressor with upgraded air treatment equipment
An engineering company in Norfolk approached Avelair seeking a reliable, energy-efficient replacement for its ageing and unreliable air compressor. Following detailed monitoring of compressed air usage, Avelair specified and installed a modern Variable Speed Drive (VSD) rotary screw air compressor, delivering improved reliability and measurable energy savings.
The challenge
The client’s existing compressor was:
- Suffering from poor reliability
- Increasingly costly to maintain
- Inefficient under fluctuating demand
Compressed air is critical within engineering environments. Unplanned downtime or inconsistent air quality can disrupt production and increase operational costs. The business required a dependable system that would reduce energy consumption while ensuring consistent air supply.
The solution – Reliable VSD technology with enhanced air quality
After monitoring compressed air usage on site, Avelair identified that demand varied throughout the working day. A VSD air compressor was therefore specified to match real-time requirements.
Installed system included:
- Variable Speed Drive rotary screw air compressor – Adjusts motor speed in response to air demand
- Integrated inverter technology – Reduces off-load running and wasted energy
- New air treatment equipment – Ensures correct air quality for engineering processes
The inverter-controlled motor ramps speed up or down automatically, ensuring the company only pays for the air it uses. This approach significantly reduces electricity consumption compared to fixed speed alternatives.
The results
Improved reliability
The new compressor provides a consistent and dependable air supply, reducing downtime risk and supporting uninterrupted production.
Lower energy costs
By matching output to demand, the VSD compressor minimises wasted energy and delivers ongoing operational savings.
Enhanced air quality
Upgraded air treatment equipment ensures clean, dry compressed air tailored to the client’s application requirements.
Long-term peace of mind
All Avelair air compressors are designed and manufactured in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, and supplied with a comprehensive five-year warranty, providing predictable servicing costs and long-term confidence.
24/7 air compressor support in Norfolk
Avelair’s dedicated service team provides 24/7 air compressor support across Norfolk and the wider East Anglia region. From installation and maintenance to emergency breakdown assistance, clients benefit from responsive, high-quality service.
Looking for air compressors or servicing in Norfolk?
If your business requires reliable, energy-efficient air compressors in Norfolk or professional air compressor servicing, Avelair delivers complete design, installation and ongoing support.
Contact our team on 01359 272828 to discuss your compressed air requirements.
Posted on:
February 25th 2026