Compressed air leakages are common but often go unnoticed during regular operations. The Leakage Finder tool helps you accurately measure how much air is lost when your production is stopped, giving you a clear baseline of your system’s leakage level. This makes it easier to track, compare, and reduce unnecessary air loss over time.
What it does
Leakage Finder calculates the leakage level in your compressed air system by measuring the flow when no air-consuming equipment is active. This measurement reflects the air that is lost purely due to leaks.
How to Run the Leakage Finder?
To get started, click the “Run Leakage Finder” button located at the top right of the screen. A simple menu will guide you through the process.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Select a time range
Choose a time when your entire production is shut down, typically overnight or during weekends.
You can set the time in advance or apply it retroactively if the conditions were already met in the past (e.g., over a past weekend or downtime).
- Shut down all machines
Ensure all equipment and machinery that use compressed air are fully turned off. The system must remain fully pressurized all the way to the end-user points. This allows the leakage finder to detect leaks throughout the entire network accurately.
- Open all isolation valves
Make sure all zone or area isolation valves are open. Any closed valves will prevent us from measuring leakages in those sections.
- Leave compressors running
Keep the compressors on during the measurement. This ensures that the system stays pressurized and leakages can be detected accurately. - Confirm
Review your setup and confirm to start the run.
Viewing and understanding the results
- Once a run is triggered, a new row will appear in your overview.
- If the selected end time is in the future, the run will show as “In Progress.”
- After the end time has passed, results will be available within a few minutes (you may need to refresh).
Leakage levels are automatically compared to the previous run. Color indicators will highlight any increases or decreases, allowing you to:
- Monitor leakage trends over time
- Verify the impact of repairs or system changes
- Compare leakage levels across different locations or areas
- Set a routine schedule (e.g., weekly or monthly) to identify new leaks early
Best practices
- Run Leakage Finder regularly to maintain oversight of your system’s efficiency.
- Always measure when production is fully stopped.
- Use it as a before-and-after check when repairs or maintenance are performed.
- Share and compare results across different departments or facilities to prioritize actions.
- Don’t worry if you forgot to schedule it; you can still analyze leakage after the fact, as long as no air-consuming equipment was running, the system was fully pressurized, and the compressors were on.