19 February 2026
Atlas Copco G7-15: A Working Engineer's Notes
I've had two years with the Atlas Copco G7-15 on a light industrial site. Here's what I actually think of it.
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Written by a working engineer with 15 years in the compressed air sector. No manufacturer marketing — just honest analysis, maintenance guides and equipment reviews.
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15 January 2026
Compressor Room Design: Layout Tips from the Field
A well-designed compressor room makes maintenance easier, equipment last longer and energy bills lower. Most rooms I see could have been better designed for very little extra cost.
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4 December 2025
Air Dryer Types Explained: Refrigerated, Desiccant and Membrane
The three main types of compressed air dryer work very differently and suit different applications. Choosing the wrong one is an expensive mistake.
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13 November 2025
Heat Recovery from Air Compressors: Reducing Your Energy Bill
Up to 94% of the electrical energy a compressor consumes ends up as heat. Recovering even a fraction of that changes the economics of compressed air significantly.
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23 October 2025
Compressor Maintenance: What Engineers Often Miss
Manufacturers' maintenance schedules are a minimum, not a complete guide. Here are the things most maintenance teams overlook.
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9 October 2025
Nitrogen Generation vs Cylinder Supply: When Does On-Site Generation Pay Off?
Cylinders are simple. On-site nitrogen generators are cheaper per cubic metre — once you're above a certain consumption level. Here's how to work out which side of that line you're on.
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About the Author
Mark Lawson
I spent 15 years working as a compressed air engineer — mostly with Atlas Copco and Ingersoll Rand equipment across manufacturing sites in the East Midlands and Yorkshire. In 2019 I moved to writing full-time, covering industrial equipment, energy efficiency and maintenance for trade publications. This blog is where I put the stuff that doesn't fit anywhere else.
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