Detecting and Repairing Compressed Air Leaks
Compressed air systems leak far more than most organizations realize. Typical leak rates range from 20–25%, and in many facilities they are significantly higher. Even small leaks can lead to significant energy losses and unnecessary utility costs. Using ultrasonic leak detection, we locate leaks quickly and accurately, without interrupting production. We also provide clear insight into the cost of compressed air losses, so you know exactly where savings can be made.
Leak Detection — Fast and Reliable
With our ultrasonic leak detection instruments, we can identify even the smallest leaks in complex compressed air and other industrial gas systems. This method is ideal for industrial environments with high background noise, but also suitable for medical gas systems in hospitals.
First, we locate, document and report the leaks…
Our LeekSeek® certified technicians carry out a comprehensive inspection of your compressed air network. All pipes, hoses, fittings, valves, and connected equipment are systematically checked to ensure no leak goes unnoticed. Thanks to our patented DND (Dynamic Noise Discrimination) technology, all audits can be conducted during normal production hours without interrupting operations, even in extremely noisy environments. This ensures that all leaks are accurately detected.
Each identified leak is labeled, assessed, and documented directly on-site. All relevant data, including exact location, estimated cost/saving potental, potential replacement spare part, and expected repair time, is immediately processed in our proprietary online leak management software. This provides you with a clear, organized overview of potential savings, estimated repair costs, and expected ROI.
… then we fix them!
Thanks to our unique methodologies, detailed documentation, and advanced intelligent reporting software, LeekSeek can assist with repairs during the same visit, and if not all, most of it even during regular production hours, depending on accessibility within your facility.
Should you chose to execute the repiars with your own maintenance team, they can take targeted action when planning repair work. Intelligent, financially prioritized based work order can be produced from the LeekSeek software, enabling systematic and efficient repair work, including estimated time, potential required spare parts, accessibility, photos, etc… Every work order provides total finacial overview including estimated potential savings and investment.
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LeekSeek covers ALL industrial gases!
In addition to compressed air, a standard LeekSeek® audit also covers all other industrial pressurized gases, including Nitrogen, CO2, Steam and Vacuum. Leaks in these systems are often more difficult to detect and can directly affect both production reliability as well as workplace safety.
Our audit reports provide a comprehensive overview, as well as detailed results for each type of gas individually.
Making Compressed Air Leakage Costs Transparent
Leaks in Compressed Air Systems is nothing but Wasted Energy!
A small leak of just 2 mm at 7 bar can already cause thousands of euros/dollars in annual energy losses. The associated COâ‚‚ emissions can easily add up to tons per year. By assessing and categorizing each leak individually, we can determine exactly how much energy and money is being lost per leak. This allows you to prioritize maintenance effectively and accurately estimate the payback period.
For each leak, we provide for example:
- Classification based on volume, cost and energy impact
- Estimated annual saving potential
- Photos and exact leak location
- Recommendations for repair
COâ‚‚ Leaks
In facilities where COâ‚‚ is used, such as in the food, dairy, and bottling industries, leaks are not only costly but can directly disrupt production as well as posing serious safety and environmental risks.
Through targeted COâ‚‚ leak detection, we ensure:
- Rapid and precise identification of COâ‚‚ leaks
- Safe working conditions for your staff
- Full compliance with industry regulations
- Reduced operational and energy costs
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Vacuum Leaks
Beyond compressed air, we specialize in detecting leaks in vacuum systems. Such leaks are often more challenging to detect and are often direct impact on both process performace and reliability. With our technology, we locate vacuum leaks quickly and accurately, ensuring your systems operate at optimal performance.
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Why Companies Choose LeekSeek
- Worldwide operations — one partner for all your sites
- Pricing is fixed and does not vary by geographic location, valid worldwide
- Over 20 years of experience
- Fully independent specialist in leak management
- Expertise in nearly all technical gas systems, not just compressed air
- Clear reporting with insight into costs, repair status, and savings
- Provides repair work at the same visit as the audit
Maximize your savings, start now!
It is not uncommon to ignore air leaks since you can´t see it, most often not hear it, and that leaks may be viewed as “only air.” However, air leaks cost you unnecessary money every minute, until it´s removed. The longer you wait, the repairs are delayed and leaks are allowed to continue, the more potential savings will be lost.
LeekSeek® Energy Label – Recognizing Your Progress & Improvement
A standard LeekSeek® Compressed Air Leak Management Program includes an energy label to acknowledge your achievements in reducing leaks. Based on audit results and demonstrated improvements, clients are awarded a LeekSeek® energy label after each audit, starting at Level D, progressing through C and B, and ultimately reaching Level A.
Benefits of the LeekSeek® Energy Label:
- Aligns with industry and societal energy-saving standards.
- Highlights the environmental impact of your compressed air leak management program.
- Encourages a long-term, sustainable strategy to minimize wasted energy from compressed air.
- Makes it easier to track progress, monitor improvements, and demonstrate results.
Calculate your savings
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Online Quote Request
We would be pleased to provide you with a non-binding and free of charge calculation of your potential savings, investment and payback time.
Please fill out the form and we will then contact your within 24 hours.