Compressed air is a critically essential utility in the automotive manufacturing industry. Vehicle and parts manufacturers must have reliable, high-performing, and cost-effective compressed air systems to meet today’s rigorous production demands and maximize margins.
DIRECTAIR®, a product of OTC Industrial Technologies, is the #1 compressed air solution in North America for delivering compressed air as a utility. With over 30 years of experience, we continue to lead the marketplace in innovation, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
Staying competitive in the automotive manufacturing industry is key to successful operations. That’s where DIRECTAIR® comes in – helping auto production facilities optimize operations while maximizing performance. Our dedication to energy efficiency, reliability, cost savings, and sustainability provides businesses with an advantage against the competition. See why DIRECTAIR® is the top choice for a dedicated and scalable compressed air service partner.
The Role of Compressed Air in Automotive Manufacturing
Nearly all stages of the automotive production process rely heavily upon compressed air, from production and finishing to quality inspection. Compressed air is responsible for powering pneumatic tools like wrenches, fasteners, drills, and paint sprayers, ensuring precision and speed during assembly.
Metal fabrication and machinery within auto manufacturing are also driven by compressed air. Tools like sanders and welders are powered by air compressors to help shape and join metal compounds. Consistent quality of compressed air can help reduce defects and recalls during production and metalworking.
When it comes to quality control, compressed air helps power advanced testing equipment to ensure a quality product is leaving the assembly. Bottom line: compressed air systems for automotive manufacturers are key to achieving top-performing processes and products.
The Demand for Cost Effective, Reliable Compressed Air Solutions
Tight production schedules, stiff competition, lower profit margins, and just-in-time parts inventory demands exert great pressure on auto manufacturers to prevent costly and time-wasting downtime.
The industry’s need for a reliable, high-volume, top-quality, scalable, and cost-effective compressed air solution has never been greater. That’s where DIRECTAIR® shines.
DIRECTAIR®: A Game Changer for the Automotive Sector
It’s been over 30 years since DIRECTAIR® transformed the way manufacturers and gained access to the compressed air needed to run their operations. By offering compressed air as a utility, DIRECTAIR® has taken away the burden of owning and maintaining your own compressed air system. You only pay for the air you use with our FOURTH UTILITYSM compressed air service.
Here are some of the many benefits automotive manufacturers gain from partnering with our time-tested, highly reliable, and worry-free compressed air solution.
Compressed Air as Utility
The DIRECTAIR® FOURTH UTILITYSM delivery model allows customers to pay a monthly fee for all the clean, dry compressed air they need, very similar to the way they are billed for electricity, gas, and water.
Automotive manufacturers can eliminate costly capital expenditures, as DIRECTAIR® supplies the compressed air equipment they need, and provides installation, operation, repair, and maintenance services at no extra cost.
The proven DIRECTAIR® compressed air solution allows customers to focus on their business, instead of the worries associated with purchasing and managing their own compressed air systems.
Unparalleled Reliability
DIRECTAIR® guarantees 100% uptime, so customers can rely on their compressed air systems to operate at peak performance whenever needed. Systems are monitored 24/7, 365 days a year, ensuring consistent pressure, uptime, and air quality.
In addition, we create custom, proactive maintenance schedules to avoid costly downtime and premature machinery wear.
Efficiency & Scalability
Every DIRECTAIR® compressed air system is custom-built and configured to meet each customer’s specific production needs.
Utilizing the best in compressed air and control technology, the systems operate at peak performance and consistently provide superior operational efficiencies. In addition, should an auto manufacturing facility’s compressed air needs grow or change, DIRECTAIR® is easily scalable to meet any level of air requirements.
Environmental & Financial Benefits of DIRECTAIR®
Now more than ever, auto manufacturers and other production facilities are looking to be more energy efficient and sustainable in their operations. With DIRECTAIR®, both of these items are covered to help in your green initiatives and cost savings.
Sustainability in the Automotive Industry
DIRECTAIR® solutions are green-friendly and help automakers maximize their commitment to sustainability initiatives.
During the past three decades, we have prevented millions of metric tons of carbon dioxide from being emitted into the atmosphere and continue in our pursuit to a sustainable future.
Cost Savings for Compressed Air
With DIRECTAIR®, customers can expect 35-50% in annual energy savings. They also avoid paying for costly equipment, repairs, and maintenance because we take on that responsibility, letting you focus on your business operations.
This transparent and predictable pricing model has been a great benefit to many manufacturing facilities by reducing the burden of compressed air systems.
Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction
DIRECTAIR® has conserved over 4 billion kWh of electric power in our customers’ production plants for over 30 years. The systems are designed to consume less energy while also maintaining reliable and expected performance.
The automotive sector is continuously seeking ways to reduce its carbon footprint or achieve carbon neutrality. DIRECTAIR® offers an excellent solution to support these sustainability goals in automotive manufacturing.
Real World Impact: DIRECTAIR® Automotive Industry Case Studies
Read more about how DIRECTAIR® has made a substantial impact on our automotive manufacturing customers’ business success.
From the need for peak equipment performance, cost, and energy savings, to scalability and efficiency, we take the time to create compressed air solutions to meet their unique needs.
Our customer, KAMAX, received an energy rebate worth almost $150,000, all thanks to their DIRECTAIR® facilities. Read more about this and other successes:
- DIRECTAIR® Case Study KAMAX Savings
- Case Study – DIRECTAIR® Instrumental for New EV Battery Manufacturer
Why the Auto Manufacturing Industry Can Benefit from DIRECTAIR® Right Now
The automotive production industry’s need for top-quality compressed air performance, reliability, cost savings, efficiency, and sustainability has never been more important than in today’s ultra-competitive, no downtime allowed business environment.
DIRECTAIR® has a decades-long track record of being a long-term partner that can be relied upon to help our customers be successful.
Ready to take your manufacturing facility to a new level of productivity? Schedule a consultation today to learn more about how DIRECTAIR® can drive your operations forward with our market-proven compressed air system solution.