Try to turn the compressor by hand. It should be possible to turn it around. It should turn around smoothly, without any 'hickups' (be sure to completely shut down the air compressor!). Check the isolation of the motor windings.
[pdf] Driven pile and helical or screw pile foundations are good alternatives that have been used successfully, even for very large reciprocating compressor packages. A pile foundation has the advantage of lower costs and shorter installation time compared to concrete block foundations.
[pdf] High - efficiency screw air compressors are known for their many advantages, which make them a potential candidate for plastic injection molding applications. High - efficiency screw air compressors are designed to consume less energy while delivering the required amount of compressed air.
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