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• Cullen Diesel Chooses VMAC UNDERHOOD40 Air Compressor: Improves Efficiency & Morale

  This is the third and final blog in VMAC’s three-part series featuring Cullen Diesel, the Detroit Diesel and MTU distributor for BC. Cullen Diesel mechanics are factory trained and certified in Detroit Diesel and Mercedes… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , UNDERHOOD

  Tags: cullen diesel seriesvans

• Compressed Air Explained – The Top 9 FAQs About Compressed Air

  You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers! In this article, we’ll tell you everything you ever wanted to know about compressed air, and then some… Here are the top 9 compressed air questions we’ve answered… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Basics

• Fanelli Equipment Repair Upgrades to VMAC DTM70-H

  Located in Hilmar, CA is Fanelli Equipment Repair. Owned by Phil Fanelli, this company has been operating in the Central Valley area for over 12 years, repairing and servicing all types of Caterpillar equipment, including… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , Direct-Transmission Mounted

• Compressed Air Filtering Basics – Contaminants, Filters & More!

  Take a deep breath. Breathe out. Breathe in… Now, let’s talk about all the contaminants in that air you’re breathing! Atmospheric air is naturally contaminated. In addition to oxygen, air also contains water vapor, dust… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Air Compressor Education , Basics

• Air Tool Pressure + 5 Reasons To Use The Right PSI For Air Tools

  If your air tools struggle to live out their warranty or require more maintenance than the manufacturer’s guidelines state, there’s a good chance you are using too much air pressure. This is extremely common and… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Basics

• Why Is there Water In My Compressed Air?

  People have been living with water in their compressed air lines for so long, many look upon the problem as a necessary nuisance. Some operators have just accepted that their tools drip or spew hot… Full Story

  Posted by: Mike Morel

  Categories: Basics

• City of Livonia Upgrades to VMAC UNDERHOOD Air Compressors

  As the City of Livonia’s Department of Public Works’ Fleet Supervisor, Jim (Buzz) Kirby manages a lot of different equipment to keep operations running smoothly. For Buzz, overseeing the Department of Public Works’ (D.P.W.) equipment… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , UNDERHOOD

• FAQ: Air Compressor Regulations in California

  California has some of the toughest regulations in the United States across many industries and air compressors are no exception. Further, California’s legislation often pioneers the laws adopted by the rest of the nation. From… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Basics

• How Clean Air Regulations Impact Vehicles With Air Compressors

  Federal and state air regulations play an important role in keeping communities safe and healthy and have driven significant innovation in the clean energy sector. But what does this mean for the mobile air compressor… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Basics

• How Many CFM Do I Need To Run Air Tools?

  It can be tough to know how many CFM you need in an air compressor to operate your air tools. Too little CFM and you won’t be able to run your tools continuously—or at all—and… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Basics , Air Tools

• VMAC G30 Customer Profile: Daniel Hysan, Sodel Diesel LLC

  Daniel Hysan runs his own service company, Sodel Diesel LLC in Laurel, Delaware. As the President and sole employee, he works on a variety of jobs servicing large trucks, diesel equipment and engines. He owns… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , G30 Gas Drive

• How to Choose A Mobile Air Compressor For Your Work

  Mobile air compressors are a beautiful thing. They make life easy by offering mobile air on demand, wherever you are, and can power high-quality pneumatic tools. But choosing a mobile air compressor can feel overwhelming,… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Air Compressor Education

• The Big Benefits of Rotary Screw Air Compressors In Texas

  Not all air compressors are created equal. Performance, quality, safety, and adherence to local laws all vary between manufacturers and even individual air compressor models. Rotary screw air compressors do an excellent job of performing… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Basics

• 9 Reasons You Should Ditch Your Tow-Behind Air Compressor

  Tow-behind air compressors took the world by storm a few decades ago when they met a simple need: available compressed air, wherever you want it. It was a game-changer for a lot of industries. But… Full Story

  Posted by: Melissa Vasey

  Categories: Air Compressor Education , Basics

• Reciprocating engine driven air compressor or a rotary screw engine driven air compressor

  A breakdown of factors to consider when deciding between a reciprocating air compressor and a rotary screw air compressor. When deciding whether to install a new engine driven air compressor or change your existing design,… Full Story

  Posted by: Mike Morel

  Categories: Air Compressor Education , Basics

• Cullen Diesel Chooses An UNDERHOOD Van Series Air Compressor

  Welcome to the second installment of VMAC’s three-part blog series centered around Cullen Diesel, the Detroit Diesel and MTU distributor for BC. Cullen Diesel mechanics are factory trained and certified in Detroit Diesel and Mercedes… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , UNDERHOOD

  Tags: cullen diesel seriesvans

• Cullen Diesel Chooses Mercedes-Benz 4×4 Sprinter Van Over Service Truck

  Over the next few weeks we’ll be publishing a three-part blog series centered around Cullen Diesel, the Detroit Diesel and MTU distributor for BC. Cullen Diesel mechanics are factory trained and certified in Detroit Diesel… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , Trucks & Vans , UNDERHOOD

  Tags: cullen diesel seriesvans

• Kal Tire Tests VMAC’s Gas Engine Driven Air Compressor Powered by Honda

  Founded in 1953, Kal Tire is Canada’s largest independent tire dealer and tire services provider with over 250 stores. It is also a global leader in mining tire services with 150 international mine sites. The… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Customer Stories , G30 Gas Drive

  Tags: tire service

• Meet the Team: Chris Moyse, Mechanical Engineer

  CHRIS MOYSE, MECHANICAL ENGINEER VMAC has recently launched the DTM70-H, the world’s first direct-transmission mounted PTO driven multi-power system. This innovative VMAC system is notable as allows for simultaneous operation of the air compressor and… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: VMAC Culture & News , Meet The Team

• Reduce Truck GVW By Up To 600 lbs With VMAC’s PTO Driven Air Compressor & Hydraulic Pump

  When spec’ing out equipment for a medium duty Class 5 truck with a max GVWR of 19,500 lbs, like a Ford F550, every pound counts. Truck upfitters are supplied with a list of required equipment… Full Story

  Posted by: Anne Fortin

  Categories: Direct-Transmission Mounted