Build Your Own Air Compressor

Build Your Own Air Compressor Buy an air compressor complete or build your own with parts from Power Systems & Supply The Indiana company offers multiple options “We can add a battery charger with a larger engine as well as an electric start ” says John Beiler Power Systems & Supply “We also sell the components of a compressor pump base frame and belt guard if you have a 10 to 11 hp engine ” Beiler points out that an air tank is also needed He explains that many of his customers in the Amish community use 500 to 1 000-gal propane tanks “They like the large tanks so they don’t have to start their compressor all the time ” he says “The tanks need to be equipped with safety valves to prevent over-pressurizing They can also be set up with an automatic stop ” Beiler prices the complete compressor at $1 695 with an 11 hp motor and rope start He notes that it also can be set up to run on propane Those who have a motor can order the frame for $395 the belt guard for $125 and the air compressor for $595 Beiler says the compressor is imported from China However the exporter owns the factory “He makes a quality product as he is responsible for quality control ” says Beiler “We also can supply an American-made compressor ” Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Power Systems & Supply 10381 South 800 West Waveland Ind 47989 ph 765 435-3731

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