Air Compressor For Rubber & Plastic Products Industry
Application of Air Compressor for Rubber & Plastic Products Industry
Reliable Industrial Applications！
Air compressors are widely used across rubber mixing, plastic extrusion, molding, conveying, and finishing processes.
1. Raw Material Handling & Conveying
Compressed air is widely used in raw material handling systems such as:
Rubber granules, carbon black, plastic resin pellets, PVC powder, TPR, masterbatch, etc.
2. Rubber Mixing & Plastic Compounding
Compressed air is widely used in mixing and compounding processes such as:
Banbury mixing, two-roll milling, additive dosing, pigment dispersion, and homogeneous blending.
3. Molding & Vulcanization
Compressed air is widely used in molding and vulcanization applications such as:
Injection molding clamp assist, tire curing bladder press, compression mold actuation, and air bag forming.
4. Extrusion & Blow Molding
Compressed air is widely used in extrusion and blow molding systems such as:
Profile extrusion cooling, film blowing bubble stabilization, parison inflation, and bottle/sheet forming.
5. Demolding & Part Cleaning
Compressed air is widely used in demolding and cleaning operations such as:
Ejector pin assist, mold release spraying, flash removal, dust blow-off, and surface drying.
6. Packaging & Automated Assembly
Compressed air is widely used in packaging and assembly applications such as:
Robotic pick-and-place, shrink wrapping, bagging, labeling, conveyor sorting, and palletizing.
Industry Challenges & Our Solutions
Reliable compressed air systems designed for rubber & plastic products manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
Industry Pain Points
- Risk of material contamination
- Strict requirements for color purity and defect-free molding
- High downtime cost in continuous production lines
- Continuous 24/7 air demand in factories
- Rising energy consumption pressure
Our Solutions
- High-efficiency air compressors with advanced filtration and drying systems
- ISO 9001:2015, CE, and TUV Class 0 Certification.
- High reliability reduces downtime risk
- Stable pressure for continuous operation
- Energy-efficient VSD technology
How to Choose Air Compressor for Rubber and Plastic Industry
Air compressors are mainly used as a power source, that is, brakes, in the rubber and plastic manufacturing industry. Some plastics industries need special attention due to direct contact with food (direct contact with food can go to the previous food industry air compressor application article, which has more detailed instructions).
Water Lubricated Oil-free Air Compressor
This series of water lubricated compressors was specially designed to ensure that high standard gas output requirements in special industries can be met. After its launch, it attracted great market attention and was called “the air that you could breathe”. Features: large discharge volume, high discharge pressure (single stage pressure may reach 17 bars); high efficiency, low noise; close to the temperature compression machine with long service life; automatic water change and system cleaning functions can keep the inside of the compressor clean and tidy and reduce maintenance costs; PLC intelligent control system can realize 24-hour remote control. It guarantees continuous stable operation for a long time.
Centrifugal Air Compressor
Centrifugal compressor is widely used in industrial, mechanical industry and other fields. The features of centrifugal compressors are high efficiency, low noise and small size. This type of air compressor is widely used in the medical field, food industry and DIY project. It can replace the piston-type compressor in many cases, which enjoys a good reputation in the market.
Two-stage Variable Speed Rotary Screw Air Compressors
The new energy-saving configuration saves electricity 35% or so. The main machine adopts large diameter low rotor and shaft stiffness is small, which improves the life of bearings and other parts; the high efficiency quiet air cooling fan has great air volume, super quiet; low consumption and noise, low power consumption. Product features: intelligent control system can automatically adjust according to customer usage; high oil pressure forced lubrication ensures that there is enough oil quantity and mixing ratio at low inlet pressure.
Why Choose Us？
German Technology(4:6 Rotor Profile)
The 4:6 rotor design, based on advanced German technology, ensures higher main engine efficiency with lower energy consumption.
Main Engine Warranty
Under normal operation, maintenance, and servicing with original EternelComp spare parts, the GHH main airend is covered by a warranty of up to 10 years.
Customized Solutions
The solution includes: Food & Beverage Industry、Power & Energy Industry、Electronics & Semiconductor Industry、Mining & Quarrying Industry.
Reduced Energy Consumption
Equipped with a high-efficiency permanent magnet synchronous motor, the compressor minimizes inherent energy waste during “no-load” and “low-load” operation.
High-Quality Assurance
As a professional air compressor manufacturer, we have ISO 9001:2015, CE, and TUV Class 0 Certification.
Global Reach
Exported to more than 40 countries, serving as a long-term supplier to China National Nuclear Corporation, Coca Cola, and Jiang Tong.
Customer Cases in Rubber & plastic products industry
A rubber factory had a new project which required the purchase of a screw air compressor. Southxiang Air Compressor was quick to coordinate professional engineers to understand their customer’s needs. The air compressor is crucial for tire inspection and inflating, the customer had multiple imported branded screw air compressors and centrifugal air compressors on site.
With this project, they maintained their use of the overseas brand while introducing EternelComp screw air compressor into the mix, resulting in energy savings of up to 35%. With high cost performance and reliable after-sales services, EternelComp has earned multiple collaborations with this group, being named an “excellent supplier”.
Recently, a rubber factory reached out to EternelComp seeking a screw air compressor for a project they were working on, which involved testing and inflating tires. Already having several big power imported brands of screw air compressors and centrifugal air compressors in use, the customer required that their current importation remain unchanged while introducing EternelComp’s products into the mix. Even after mixing and reforming, the energy savings recorded was still at 35%.
Related Products
Guide of Air Compressor for Rubber & Plastic
FAQ
Why is the rubber and plastic products industry particularly sensitive to oil contamination in compressed air?
In the rubber and plastic products industry, oil contamination directly causes surface defects, bubbles, color inconsistencies, and poor adhesion. For example, during injection molding or rubber vulcanization, trace amounts of oil mist can contaminate molds, block venting holes, and increase scrap rates. Therefore, the industry typically requires compressed air systems equipped with high-efficiency oil removal filters, ensuring that the oil content at the point of use is below 0.01 ppm to maintain product appearance and physical performance consistency.
How to choose the right type of air compressor for the rubber and plastic products industry?
Given the continuous production characteristics (24/7) of the Rubber & Plastic Products Industry, oil-free scroll or dry-type oil-free screw air compressors are recommended for processes where air directly contacts materials (e.g., film blowing, extrusion cooling). For indirect contact applications (e.g., pneumatic actuation, material conveying), oil-injected screw compressors with multi-stage precision filtration can be used. Additionally, VSD (Variable Speed Drive) technologyhelps adapt to fluctuating air demand across different production cycles, significantly reducing energy consumption.
What production losses can be caused by an unstable compressed air system?
In the rubber and plastic products industry, pressure fluctuations or air supply interruptions can lead to:
Extruder die clogging → material buildup and waste
Insufficient mold filling in injection molding → high reject rates
Delayed cylinder actuation in vulcanizing presses → damage to rubber parts
Film bubble collapse in blow molding → entire line shutdown
It is estimated that a single unexpected shutdown can cost tens of thousands of yuan in losses. Therefore, selecting highly reliable air compressor units and configuring them with air receivers and dryers is standard practice in this industry.
How can we reduce compressed air energy consumption in a rubber and plastic products factory?
In the Rubber & Plastic Products Industry, compressed air energy consumption typically accounts for 15–30% of total factory electricity use. Optimization measures include:
Using VSD air compressors that automatically adjust speed based on actual air demand
Checking and repairing pipeline leaks (high-temperature rubber plant environments accelerate seal aging)
Installing heat recovery systems to reuse compression heat for raw material preheating or workshop heating
Using low-pressure-drop filters and low-resistance piping
Typical energy savings range from 20–35%, with a payback period of less than 18 months.
How to place order？
When you are ready to order, please contact us to confirm the suitable solution & plan & model. What cannot be ignored is you should provide a copy purchase order to ensure that your order is processed properly.
What is the MOQ？
The MOQ, or minimum order quantity, for sample orders is just 1 set. However, for compressors ranging from 3.7-55kw, the minimum quantity is 3-5 sets. For compressors over 55KW, the MOQ is 1-2 sets. It’s important to note that the MOQ can be adjusted based on your specific situation, so be sure to discuss your needs with our team.
How long will you take to arrange production？
As an experienced air compressor manufacturer, our standard production time is typically between 20-25 days.
How about your after-sales service？
1. Provide customers with installation and commissioning online instructions.
2. Prepare and Well-trained engineers available to overseas service within one year.
3. Worldwide agents and after-slae service available.
