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Compressed Air for Laundry & Dry Cleaning: Powering Your Daily Throughput

In a high-volume laundry or dry cleaning facility, your compressed air system is the heartbeat of your operation. From actuating steam valves and driving automated folders to powering high-speed sorting, you need a system that can handle the heat and humidity of the plant floor without flinching. We understand that in this industry, downtime doesn't just mean a quiet shop—it means a massive backlog of unwashed linens and frustrated customers. KAESER provides the high-efficiency, continuous-duty air you need to keep your presses hot and your turnaround times short.

 
 

Common Challenges. Proven Solutions.

Are you seeing water spots on finished garments or frequent solenoid failures in your presses

High humidity is the enemy of compressed air. In a laundry environment, standard dryers often struggle to keep up, leading to moisture carryover that ruins fabrics and corrodes internal valves. Our Secotec™ refrigerated dryers are engineered to handle these demanding conditions, ensuring that only bone-dry air reaches your finishing equipment. Protect your reputation for quality and eliminate the need for expensive "re-dos.

Are you seeing significant pressure drops at your tools, or is moisture and rust from old piping ruining your equipment?

Your piping is the "artery system" of your plant. This e-book helps you identify the best materials (from aluminum to stainless) and proper sizing techniques to minimize energy loss and deliver clean, dry air exactly where it’s needed.

Are constant wash cycles and high-volume finishing driving up your energy bills and peak-demand surcharges?

Commercial laundry operations are incredibly energy-intensive, and much of the energy used to power your compressors is traditionally lost as wasted heat. Kaeser’s SAM 4.0 controller optimizes your system to match your actual demand, while our heat recovery systems allow you to reclaim up to 96% of the compressor's energy. Instead of letting that heat escape, you can repurpose it to pre-heat process water or provide space heating for your facility. Turn a major overhead expense into a sustainable, reusable resource that lowers your total cost per load.

Is your old piston compressor driving up your energy costs while struggling to keep up with demand

Many laundry facilities rely on outdated compressors that "short cycle," wasting energy and generating excessive heat. Transitioning to a Kaeser rotary screw system, like our AIRCENTER, provides a much higher CFM-per-horsepower ratio. By matching air production to your actual demand, you can significantly lower your monthly utility overhead while enjoying a much quieter work environment

 
 

Solutions for High-Volume Laundry Operations

Automated Sorting & Folding 

Modern laundry facilities rely on pneumatic "fingers" and actuators to sort and fold linens at incredible speeds. These systems require instantaneous, stable pressure. Kaeser’s rotary screw compressors deliver a steady flow that prevents the timing errors and jams caused by pressure fluctuations. 

Steam Valve & Press Actuation

The precision of your finishing depends on the reliability of your pneumatic actuators. Moisture and scale in your air lines can cause these valves to stick or fail. We design systems with integrated filtration and drying to ensure your presses actuate perfectly every time. 

Corrosion-Free Distribution

The warm, moist air in a laundry can cause traditional iron pipes to rust from the inside out. This scale eventually migrates into your expensive machines. Kaeser’s SmartPipe™ aluminum piping is completely corrosion-resistant, ensuring that the air remains clean from the compressor room all the way to the folding line.

 
 

Compressed Air Solutions for Commercial Laundry Facilities

Product Solution Key Benefit Process Application
AIRCENTER / AIRTOWER Compact, all-in-one station including compressor, dryer, and tank.). Space-Saving Power: Ideal for tight mechanical rooms or install-on-the-floor setups.
SX - AS Rotary Screws Designed for 100% duty cycle; runs 24/7 without overheating. Continuous Operation: Supplies steady air for high-volume sorting and folding.
SmartPipe PipingTM Leak-free and rust-proof; maintains air purity throughout the plant. Air Distribution: Eliminates pipe scale that clogs sensitive pneumatic valves.
SECOTECTM Refrigerated Dryers High-efficiency moisture removal even in high-ambient temperatures. Moisture Control: Prevents water damage to fabrics and internal press components.
 
 

Stop Managing Backlogs and Start Managing Growth

Don’t let an unreliable air system be the bottleneck in your facility. Whether you’re a local dry cleaner or a large-scale industrial laundry provider, we understand the pressure to perform. Let our team perform a system audit to identify energy-saving opportunities and ensure your air quality meets the standards your customers expect.

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