Energy and its efficient use play a decisive role in every area of production. Of course, this also applies to the operation of pumps and compressors. In compressed air generation, for example, there is a direct correlation between the air pressure achieved and the energy used. For example, the energy input is 15 percent higher if a system is operated at 10 bar instead of 8 bar. So every bar too high costs money in real terms. This is where intelligent concepts are needed to put a stop to waste right from the start.

Pumps and compressors are far more than just practical helpers for generating pressure or vacuum, for moving gases and liquids. Rather, they are integral components of industrial production, energy generation or waste disposal systems - they keep things running. This means that pumps and compressors are increasingly being integrated into modern concepts of digital networking. As central elements, they can then be used even more efficiently and in line with demand, while networking and the associated predictive maintenance prevent downtimes. After all, the failure of one of these components can have fatal consequences and even paralyze the entire production process.

Leaking systems are also a cost factor. Although sensors can be used to immediately detect when and where a leak has occurred, in the best case scenario it should not happen in the first place. High-quality and reliable connections, valves and pipes are therefore the be-all and end-all of gas and liquid systems of all kinds.

Last but not least, any system is only as good as its planning. In order to maintain an overview at all times, even after the conversion or expansion of a system, the concept of the digital twin is becoming increasingly established - a virtual model of the entire system that receives all the data that is also available to the real system. This allows the design to be optimized, efficiency and availability to be increased and maintenance to be simplified. The digital model is particularly suitable for the design and reliable operation of complicated gas and liquid circuits. am