L2 Engineering Air Tools

What are Pneumatic air tools/air compressors?

Pneumatic tools are powered by compressed air. The most common types of air-powered hand tools are buffers, grinders, nailing guns, drills, jackhammers, chipping hammers, stapling guns, riveting guns, sanders, and wrenches.

Different types of air compressors. 

1. Rotary screw compressors

2. Reciprocating air compressor

3. Axial compressor

4. Centrifugal compressors

The purpose of an air filter is to filter out the air that circulates through your heating and cooling system.

Safety when using an air compressor.

Wear safety goggles when working with compressed air. Wear face shields with safety goggles on top of the mask. Also, wear gloves that the air won't penetrate the gloves. For example rubber and leather.

PPE when using air tools

Use safety goggles, appropriate footwear, hearing protection, and protective clothing. 

Different types of air tool connections

Specific safety when using 

Impact driver: Read the manual that is included with the machine. Keep the machine clean, make sure that where you are working is clean and tidy, make sure the machine is clean before use.

Air ratchet: Make sure you have safety goggles and side protectors. Never wear loose clothing, watches, ties, ring, or jewelry. 

Dust of gun: Don't dust off clothing. Do not blow towards the skin. Make sure that the machine is working fine. Also, make sure that you are wearing full PPE.

Air riveter: When using this machine install a safety clip or retainer to prevent things from being ejected when being used. Don't ever point towards people. Noise is also a thing that is associated with pneumatic tools.