A Guide To Blowers

When it comes to the costs of running a wastewater treatment plant, the conversation tends to begin and end with blowers. These machines are a staple in wastewater operations, gobbling up energy and running up the power bill as they function, so it’s worth taking the time to make the right investment.

To learn more about the differences in blower design and how to choose the right one for a given treatment plant, we spoke with Stephen Horne, product manager for blowers, from Kaeser Compressors, Inc. We covered the differences between screw and lobe style blowers, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and how to make the most out of purchase decisions.