Noise slashed
July 1st 2008

A new compressed air technology called the Exhausted Air Recycling System or EARS, is said to be redefining the production of compressed air and producing benefits in terms of workplace health and safety.

EARS provides a closed loop between the air compressor and the air tool by capturing exhausted air and returning it to the EARS manifold fitted to the compressor.

With the capture of exhausted air at the pneumatic product, all noise and contaminants normally ejected next to the user are sent back to the compressor via filters. This means exhaust noise is significantly reduced and tool lubrication oil or foreign matter travelling in the air is taken away.

There is no exhausted air blowing dust or other matter around the workshop.

The system has been awarded the OHS WorkSafe 'Best Solution to a Health and Safety Risk' and is available in the UK through Tom Parker.

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