New GA VSDS: Atlas Copco launches its most advanced, energy-efficient, sustainable, and smart rotary screw compressor

Next-generation VSD offers 60% energy savings and smart, flexible operation

The GA VSD^S is the third generation of Atlas Copco variable speed drive (VSD) compressors that significantly reduce energy consumption by adjusting their motor speed to the fluctuations in compressed air demand. 

When Atlas Copco introduced the technology, a first-generation VSD compressor achieved energy savings of up to 35% compared to a fixed-speed compressor. That number increased to 50% with the company’s VSD⁺range. Now, the new GA VSD^S offers energy savings of 60%.

Sustainability

Together with this unrivalled level of energy efficiency, the GA VSD^S also leads the way in sustainability − the guiding principle of its innovative design. For example, the new unit not only comprises the minimal number of components but is the first compressor to feature an IE5 ferrite-assisted synchronous reluctance motor that does not rely on rare earth materials in its operation.

Smart, solid performance

With a Free Air Delivery 21% higher than its fixed-speed counterparts, the VSD^S introduces a host of smart features that allow it to adapt and optimise performance to user’s applications, requirements, and conditions.

The most important example is the Smart Temperature Control (STC) system, which ensures that the compressor operates with an optimal oil temperature at all times, completely eliminating the risk of condensation while ensuring maximum compression efficiency. The GA VSD^S also comes with the all-new Boost Flow Mode, which gives customers the freedom to exceed their compressor’s maximum capacity temporarily and safely.

Small and silent, with sound levels as low as 63 dB, the GA 22-37 VSD^S does not require a compressor room site. It can be installed on the production floor, occupying the minimum footprint thanks to its vertical, compact design.

Superior connectivity

The GA VSD^S concept incorporates industry-leading connectivity features such as the advanced Elektronikon® Touch controller, the EQ2i multiple compressor control (integrated as standard), SMARTLINK remote monitoring and analysis, and OPC UA integration for connected production environments.

Truly transformative compressor

“The new VSD^S offers true sustainable innovation,” says Stef Lievens, Vice President Marketing of the Atlas Copco Industrial Air Division. “As climate change affects us all, Atlas Copco has made sustainable productivity its number one focus. The GA VSD^S set out to meet today’s standards but also those of tomorrow. It’s a truly transformative compressor for a rapidly changing industry.”

Thanks to the compressor’s intelligent optimising features, VSD^S customers can save on investment, service, and operational cost by installing a lower kW model and still get all the air they need.

For more information please contact:

Joanna Canton Long, Marketing Communications Manager, Atlas Copco Compressors

+44 (0)1442 222240 or  joanna.canton.long@atlascopco.com