Oversizing an air compressor can result in tool damage, while undersizing the compressor can lead to poor tool performance. Thus, when selecting a compressor to meet your specific jobsite needs, it's ...

Years ago, it was common for shops to have a central power source that drove all the tools through a system of belts, wheels and driveshafts. The power was routed around the work space by mechanical ...

When selecting an onboard air compressor, start with the basics. Determine how much pressure (psi) and flow (cfm) is required, then determine the duty cycle. “Ask yourself what you will be doing with ...

I first started using air-powered pneumatic tools nearly 40 years ago while working as a custom cabinetmaker and remodeling contractor. At that time, air compressors were behemoths: large, loud, and ...

60-gallon air compressors are immensely handy for all sorts of jobs, from painting to powering tools. Here's our list of the best. Putting together a professional-grade air tool setup is quite the ...

The CAS40P reciprocating compressor is a hydraulically driven, intermittent-duty model that delivers a rated capacity of 40 cfm at 100 psi, compared with 35 cfm on the predecessor model. The two-stage ...

Can you think of a more versatile tool to have in your home workshop other than an air compressor? From sandblasting metal surfaces to inflating the pool tubes for your kids, an air compressor makes ...