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Compressed Air System Efficiency and Maintenance

Compressed air is one of the most expensive utilities on a plant, and leaking, poorly maintained systems waste large amounts of electricity every year. This programme shows maintenance teams how to service compressors, dryers and distribution networks while also cutting the energy waste that inflates the running cost. The content reflects the pressure on South African operations to reduce electricity spend without compromising production.

What you will be able to do

  • Describe the main components of an industrial compressed air system.
  • Service compressors, filters and air dryers according to duty and conditions.
  • Detect and quantify air leaks and estimate their energy cost.
  • Assess air quality and moisture problems affecting downstream equipment.
  • Optimise system pressure and storage to reduce energy consumption.
  • Build a maintenance and efficiency plan for the compressed air system.

Course outline

  1. 01Compressed air system layout and components
  2. 02Compressor servicing and duty considerations
  3. 03Filters, dryers and air quality
  4. 04Leak detection and energy cost estimation
  5. 05Pressure, storage and demand management
  6. 06Efficiency improvement opportunities
  7. 07Compressed air maintenance and efficiency plan

Who should attend

Maintenance technicians, plant engineers and utilities staff responsible for compressors, air treatment and compressed air distribution on industrial sites.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 18 Aug 2026Mozambique2US$1,100
24 to 25 Aug 2026Cairo2US$1,100
31 Aug to 1 Sep 2026Accra2US$1,100
7 to 8 Sep 2026Lusaka2US$1,100
14 to 15 Sep 2026Kigali2US$1,100
21 to 22 Sep 2026Nairobi2US$1,100
28 to 29 Sep 2026Durban2R10,000
5 to 6 Oct 2026Johannesburg2R10,000
19 to 20 Oct 2026Mauritius2US$1,100
26 to 27 Oct 2026Dubai2US$1,100
2 to 3 Nov 2026Lagos2US$1,100
9 to 10 Nov 2026Harare2US$1,100
16 to 17 Nov 2026Kampala2US$1,100
23 to 24 Nov 2026Dar es Salaam2US$1,100
30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026Pretoria2R10,000
7 to 8 Dec 2026Cape Town2R10,000
21 to 22 Dec 2026Online2US$900

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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