Purchasing Efficiency Blog

An aircraft's water and waste system is an essential component that ensures a safe and comfortable flying experience for passengers and crew members. From providing clean drinking water to managing waste disposal, this intricate system plays a vital role in maintaining the hygiene onboard larger aircraft. In this blog post, we will explore how this system works, shedding light on various components and processes involved. Read more >>

The exhaust system of an aircraft is a critical aspect of flight operations, allowing for spent gasses from combustion to be expelled from the engine for safety and thrust. As exhaust systems regularly handle gasses that are extremely pressurized and hot, such assemblies will face regular wear and tear over time. To ensure that your exhaust system maintains durability with ample efficiency and safety, it is crucial that regular inspections and maintenance operations are carried out. In this blog, we will discuss some of the main ways in which aircraft exhaust systems can be cared for, helping you to save time and effort. Read more >>

Compressors are a crucial portion of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, along with a number of other forms of industrial machinery. By compressing a liquid or gas, these devices can add to the potential energy of the medium so that it can be used to power an assembly. Two of the most common types of compressors used are rotary screw air compressors and reciprocating air compressors. Despite achieving a similar function, there are several major distinctions to consider, including in their operating costs. Read more >>

Pressure gauges were first created during the industrial revolution with the advent of the steam engine to monitor gas levels indicative of current engine operation. While essential throughout history, pressure gauges have evolved to provide countless devices with quick, reliable pressure readings for both gasses and fluids. However, as technology continues to modernize, analog pressure gauges are slowly fading in use, as digital gauges are gaining popularity for their capability of performing like analog gauges, but with additional benefits. However, the applications of analog pressure gauges should not be dissuaded, as there is various equipment that excels with their presence. Below, we will highlight the pros, cons, and overall differences between analog and pressure gauges which makes them unique. Read more >>

Diodes are components often found in circuits of all types, serving to restrict the flow of current in a single direction. While they are generally reliable, they can become faulty in instances where their breakdown voltage is exceeded, resulting in current flowing in the opposite direction from what is intended. With a specialized type of diode known as a Zener diode, standard operations remain the same as current is allowed to flow freely in the forward biased direction during typical conditions. However, they have a designed voltage threshold known as the Zener voltage, and when this threshold is surpassed, current may flow freely in the reverse-biased direction without damage. With this special capability, Zener diodes find uses that extend past the conventional applications that standard diodes serve. Read more >>