IMPORTANT BLOWER CONSIDERATIONS WHEN YOU CAN CHOOSE BETWEEN POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT AND CENTRIFUGAL OPTIONS In many industries and applications, you don’t have a choice when it comes to blower type. However, there are some instances when you can elect to install either a centrifugal or positive displacement blower. In these cases, many people opt for a centrifugal blower because of the lower upfront costs. But what you pay on day one is far from the only factor you should consider when making this choice. Here are a few more crucial factors to think about when deciding between a positive displacement or centrifugal blower. When a brand-new line is installed and everything is running perfectly, it can be easy to assume you’ll never have to worry about maintenance work or productivity issues. If you’ve been in the business long enough, you know that’s not the case. Regular maintenance is essential for top performance, but you also have to be prepared to deal with unexpected breakdowns. These breakdowns can happen to blowers of all makes and models, but positive displacement options tend to be more robust and, therefore, less likely to sputter. Regardless of the blower you choose, you should shoot for an online time at or exceeding 99 percent. MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY
they the kinds of benefits your employees actually want and need? Having a reputation for offering the best benefits in your area will attract quality employees and make your current employees feel valued, keeping them from seeking greener pastures. PRIORITIZE RESPECT Respect is one of the top three things employees look for in the workplace. In fact, a 2012 survey of social workers found that a lack of respect is a large contributing factor of voluntary turnover. Paul Marciano, organizational psychologist and author of “Carrots and Sticks Don’t Work,” outlines a few critical ways managers can show respect.
• Equip employees with the tools they need to be successful.
• Set clear expectations and hold employees accountable.
• Practice thoughtfulness, empathy, and kindness.
• Trust in your employees’ abilities — don’t micromanage.
Employee happiness doesn’t have to come at the cost of company profit — just look at Salesforce! This global CRM leader was voted the No. 1 spot on Forbes “100 Best Companies to Work For” list in 2018. More often than not, happiness translates to overall success. Look around and see how you can start building a culture of gratitude and happiness at your own company.
TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP
While positive displacement blowers carry a larger initial investment, they tend to outlast centrifugal alternatives. This longer lifespan, coupled with the lower maintenance costs, often means that the total cost of ownership is actually lower for a positive displacement unit. Due to their added heft, they are much less likely to need premature replacement.
UNDERPERFORMANCE
If you’re experiencing performance issues, the blower unit itself may not be the culprit, but rather how it works within the entire system. Initial piping estimates don’t always end up coming to fruition, which means the blower needed for your system could be different than initially presumed. In situations like these, either the blower or the piping will have to be altered. It’s crucial to assess factors other than price tag when deciding on a blower for your needs. Call Pye-Barker Engineered Solutions to ensure you make the best decision for your company.
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