💨 Compressed Air: Your Most Expensive Utility—Are You Losing More Than You Use?
💨 Compressed Air: Your Most Expensive Utility—Are You Losing More Than You Use?
Compressed air is essential to your operations, but it’s also the most costly utility on your site. What many businesses don’t realise is just how much of that investment is being wasted. According to the British Compressed Air Society, industrial plants can lose up to 80% of their compressed air through leaks—most of which go unnoticed. If your pipework system is more than a few years old, it’s likely leaking 20–30% of the air passing through it. And if you haven’t had an air leak survey recently, you could be converting as little as 10% of your compressed air into useful energy. That’s not just inefficiency—it’s thousands of pounds lost every year.
Even a single 3mm hole in your system can cost over £1,000 annually in wasted air. Common culprits include worn seals, damaged nylon tubing, poor pipe connections, and faulty valves or couplings. If you’ve noticed hissing sounds, your compressor running when machinery is off, or unusually high-pressure levels, these are all signs that your system is leaking—and costing you.
🔍 Advanced Leak Detection That Pays for Itself
Our air leak detection service is designed to stop the waste and start the savings. Using cutting-edge ultrasonic equipment, we scan your entire compressed air system to pinpoint leaks with precision. You’ll receive a comprehensive report within just a few days, detailing the location of each leak, the estimated cost of the wasted air, and the components needed to fix them. We apply the proven 80/20 rule: by repairing the top 20% of leaks, you can recover up to 80% of your lost energy—often saving thousands in the process.
The service starts from just £499, and we can arrange for IADA’s air leak specialist to contact you directly to discuss your site and provide a tailored quote. If you’re happy with the results, you can opt into a maintenance plan with automatic reminders and bookings every 6 or 12 months, depending on your system’s needs. This proactive approach ensures your compressed air system stays efficient, reliable, and cost-effective year-round.