Industries We Serve
High-HP Systems in Harsh Environments Need Better Engineering
Mining and metals operations run some of the largest, most demanding compressed air systems in industry. Dust, altitude, extreme temperatures, and 1,000-5,000+ HP systems create unique engineering challenges. Peak kW has the expertise to optimize performance and cut energy waste in the harshest conditions.
Compressed Air Challenges in Mining & Metals
Your compressed air systems face conditions most engineers never plan for. We specialize in the extreme demands of mining and metals processing.
Dust & Contamination
Mining environments generate extreme particulate loads that overwhelm standard inlet filtration. We assess your intake conditions, filtration effectiveness, and compressor room environment to prevent premature wear, overheating, and catastrophic failure in your most expensive rotating equipment.
Altitude & Temperature Extremes
High-altitude operations lose 3-4% compressor capacity per 1,000 feet of elevation. Combined with extreme temperature swings, your system may be significantly undersized without anyone realizing it. We measure actual delivered capacity against demand to right-size your installation.
Pneumatic Conveying & High Demand
Ore processing, pneumatic conveying, and smelting operations create massive, variable compressed air demands. Pressure instability and flow shortfalls shut down production. We log demand profiles and engineer controls strategies that maintain stable pressure at minimum energy cost.
Built for the Mountain West's Toughest Operations
Peak kW understands the compressed air demands of large-scale mining and metals operations, from open-pit, lime, and quarry operations to asphalt plants, aluminum mills, smelting, and refining facilities.
423+
Projects Completed
16+
Years Experience
$80K-$180K
Typical Annual Savings
3rd Gen
Industry Heritage
How We Help Mining & Metals Operations
System Performance Assessment
7-14 day metered data logging on systems ranging from 1,000 to 5,000+ HP. Power, pressure, flow, and temperature analysis with prioritized savings roadmap.
Leak Detection at Scale
In large mining facilities with extensive distribution networks, leak rates of 30-40% are common. Ultrasonic survey with every leak tagged, photographed, GPS-mapped, and quantified in CFM and dollars.
Controls & Sequencing Optimization
Multi-compressor systems need intelligent sequencing to balance load, maintain pressure, and minimize energy. We program and commission controls for peak efficiency.
Inlet & Filtration Engineering
Harsh environments demand specialized inlet filtration and cooling strategies. We evaluate your compressor room conditions and engineer solutions for dust, heat, and altitude.
Find Out What Your Compressed Air System Is Really Costing You
10-minute call. No obligation. If your system is 200+ HP, there’s almost certainly money to save. Utility incentives often cover 50-100% of the assessment cost.
