BOGE Singapore is the leading supplier of air compressors in the Asia-Pacific Region. Developing a range of new air compressor technologies as a key part of BOGE Kompressoren, BOGE Singapore supplies the world’s fastest growing industrial region with innovative, reliable, and durable air compressors and accessories. Many of these air compressors are known as scroll compressors. Such air compressors are used in a variety of industries and have become a cornerstone of business and manufacturing. In fact, BOGE produces the most reliable and cost-effective scroll compressors for Singapore.

 

But just what is a scroll compressor?  And do you need a scroll compressor? Read on to find out more.

 

How Does a Scroll Compressor Work?

Before looking at the leading scroll compressors in Singapore, it is important first to understand what a scroll compressor is and what it is commonly used for. There are a variety of compressors available on the market, each of them fulfilling a specific niche. We will get to comparisons between scroll compressors and other air compressors in a moment, but for now it is important to understand how scroll compressors work, as this will inform your decision about whether they are suited to your needs.

 

Air compressors in general are used to generate compressed air which can then be used to power other devices actuators or to transport materials through piping, such as liquids or other substances. Many air compressors use a reciprocating mechanism to force air through a network of piping, but scroll compressors instead rotate in an eccentric motion in such a way that they produce the pressure required to generate compressed air. This is achieved through two spirals which are interconnected but, one remaining stationary while the other rotates eccentrically. Although the two spirals intermesh, they do not touch. The air drawn in is continuously forced into an increasingly confined space, so producing top-quality, pulsation-free compressed air containing absolutely no oil.

 

This technology goes back to the second world war, but BOGE Singapore, as part of BOGE Kompressoren, is now distributing scroll compressors in Singapore and beyond which are efficient alternatives to some older oil less piston designs.

 

The Difference Between Scroll, Piston, and Screw Compressors

As we established earlier, there are many types of air compressor, and it can be difficult to choose which one is best for your needs. With this in mind, let us now explore the most common categories of compressor available in Singapore, and how they stack up against each other. We will do this with specific focus on how scroll compressors compare to their competitors.

 

The three main designs that we are looking at are:

 

• Scroll Compressors
• Piston Compressors
• Screw Compressors

 

They all compress air, but do so using a different mechanism. Due to each different process, each air compressor design has its own advantages and disadvantages when employed in specific manufacturing, industrial, or other environments.

 

Scroll Compressors Vs Piston Compressors

Piston air compressors have been the general workhorse of industry for over 100 years. BOGE Kompressoren has been at the heart of harnessing this power with new, innovative piston models. Piston air compressors vary in their designs to a degree but they all use the same mechanism to produce compressed air. They rely upon a simple piston cylinder which moves back and forward in a reciprocal motion, drawing air in and out of a chamber through displacement. Each time the piston moves in, it draws air into the system, and each time it pushes up, it compresses the air ejecting it out with greater pressure.

 

BOGE Singapore has a large number of oil free and oil lubricated piston air compressors which are fantastic for rugged, continual use. However, when we look at the innovations of available 100% oil free scroll compressors in Singapore, we see that scroll compressors produce oil free air more efficiently. They also run quieter and smoother because they only have two moving parts. Piston air compressors tend to have several parts in their designs, and the juddering nature of the piston moving in and out means that scroll compressors are able to produce a smoother yield of compressed air with their rotating scrolls. Also, because there are fewer parts in the scroll compressor design, they are less prone to mechanical failure.

 

Scroll Compressors Vs Screw Compressors

Screw compressors are also known as rotary compressors. They compress air by using two rotors, also known as helical screws. These rotors turn in opposite directions to each other, pushing the air which gets trapped between both rotors out of the blow hole. This compressed air is reliable and available at large volumes, which is one of the reasons that screw compressors are often seen in industrial settings. Screw compressors also have a good low noise profile and, although they can produce a large amount of compressed air, they have good energy efficiency and low levels of heat expenditure. Screw compressors are great then for high volume with rugged performance.

 

When compared to screw compressors, scroll compressors still have some advantages. For starters, scroll compressors produce 100% oil free air and have an even lower noise level, running almost silently with no vibrations. This makes them a fantastic choice for environments where noise would be an issue, such as in the health care sector. Scroll compressors do produce relatively hot air, but it have an oil-free airend which is a must for environments where oil-free air quality is required, such as in food preparation. They also have a simple design with fewer parts making maintenance easier. In fact, scroll compressors are renowned for having extremely low-maintenance needs and are compact in their design, making scroll compressors perfect for scenarios where space is a concern.

 

BOGE Scroll Compressors in Singapore

Finding the best scroll compressors in Singapore can be a challenge. BOGE Singapore makes this process so much easier. With over 111 years of expertise in developing the best in class, rugged performance which the company is renowned for, BOGE scroll compressors offer something for every customer. With BOGE’s super-silenced whisper-quiet design, oil-free air production and state of the art control system installing, operating, and maintaining scroll compressors in Singapore and throughout the Asia-Pacific region has never been simpler. Contact one of our skilled technicians today, and they will take you through the complete range of BOGE scroll compressors, including our super-quiet and compact EO models, ensuring that you receive the best scroll compressor to boost your efficiency, enhance performance, and reduce costs.