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The goal of the maintenance group is to ensure that equipment runs as efficiently as possible for as long as possible. At different stages this will involve routine checks, minor maintenance (changing air filters etc) and scheduled maintenance or larger service work. One of the goals with the IQ blower package was to carefully design a package that would to allow easy monitoring in conjunction with fast and easy access to all of its internal components. The end result is a package that is as service friendly as possible. Some of the key features for fast easy access include:
- Auto self tensioning belt to optimize belt load, reduce belt wear, regulate overhung loads and minimize bearing wear.
- Multiple internal monitoring sensors regulating internal heat, pressures, oil levels and run times allows the service person to easily monitor what is happening at all times.
- Data can be sent through the web to your computer allowing you to monitor performance remotely without having to constantly visit the package.
- Vibration isolators, no need for special construction pads. The installation surface needs only to be level and to bear the weight of the package.
- All performance data being recorded in the controller providing one easy access point for monitoring and negating the need to crawl in and around the package to monitor it.
- Setting advisory thresholds and receiving notices ahead of problems occurring. This allows for proactive intervention rather than shutdown.
- All the enclosure panels are easily removable with quarter turn fasteners making all components accessible very quickly and easily.
- The IQ package has a hinged lid (like a car bonnet) allowing instant visibility to all the internal components.
- Easy access oil fill reservoirs and oil drain system
- All minor components (filters, thermometers, sensors) are all easily access and can be replaced in a few minutes.
- Inspecting the IQ does not require a lot of tools. A quarter turn fastener key and a screw driver is enough to inspect the whole machine.
- If required, all of the whole blower, motor and components can be removed from the enclosure in one piece to allow total access for major service making access quicker and reducing downtime.
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