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Super Tips to Stop the Spread

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In light of the Coronavirus affecting the whole world, it is more important than ever to ensure our cabin cleaning methods are at a high standard to protect heavy vehicle operators.

There are many recommendations to keep cabin and air conditioning systems clean as possible to help stop the spread of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites.

Here are four highly recommended practices for light and heavy vehicles:

  • Air filters to be regularly replaced, cleaned or upgraded:
    1. Most AC systems will have a recirculation filter that require change or to be cleaned on a periodical basis.Sy-Klone FFX Re-circulation filter
    2. There are mining and construction cabin options for recirculation filter upgrades to higher filtration levels such as the Sy-Klone FFX2.
  • Moisture in evaporators are a “breeding ground” for viruses and bacteria:
    1. There are credible evaporator cleaners such as Viper Clean. These products can be sprayed onto the evaporator every 3-6 months to keep it clean. They utilise slow release enzymes which keep your evap coils cleaner and less restrictive for longer.
  • Clean and maintain condensate system to reduce microbial growthProtection from Bacteria and Virus
    1. Pans where condensate and moisture fall
    2. Drain line connections that harbour micro-organism like bacteria, germs and viruses
  • Regularly clean the vehicle cabin:
    1. Use an antibacterial or commercial grade disinfectant across all surfaces, in particular where there is a large amount of hand contact like steering wheels,gear knobs and handles.

Industry leading Air-con and filtration specialist technicians have historically used the Viper brand for coil cleaning. It is highly recommended that all

vehicles in mining, earthmoving, construction, buses and transport take necessary precautions to avoid contamination.

Lyons have a range of speciality products that protect operators and help stop the spread. For more information please call Lyons on (08) 9259 7777, email equiries@lyons.com.au or visit our website on www.lyons.com.au.

Air conditioning Filtration Maintenance and service

How Air-Con Maintenance Can Save Mining Millions

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For those in the mining game, especially in remote locations where the weather is extreme, having your air-conditioning fail is a major issue.

Air conditioning Filtration Maintenance and service

Preventative filter Maintenance saves millions for mining.

It stops work, affects safety and creates all sorts of headaches costing mining millions in down time, productivity and idle resources. Yet it can be prevented by minor yet essential maintenance.

An air conditioner’s filters, coils, condensers and evaporators require regular maintenance for the unit to function effectively and efficiently throughout its years of service. Neglecting necessary maintenance ensures a steady decline in air conditioning performance while energy use and cost of repairs steadily increases.

Basic maintenance requires a qualified technician to:

  • Check for correct amount of refrigerant
  • Test for refrigerant leaks using a leak detector
  • Capture any refrigerant that must be evacuated from the system
  • Check for and seal duct leakage in central systems
  • Measure airflow through the evaporator coil
  • Inspect electric terminals, clean and tighten connections
  • Oil motors and check belts for tightness and wear
  • Check the accuracy of the thermostat
  • Clean or replace filters

The most important maintenance task that will ensure the efficiency of your air conditioner or pressuriser is to routinely replace or clean its filters.

Clogged, dirty filters:

  • Block normal airflow and allows contaminants to affect the system and the occupant
  • Significantly reduces a system’s efficiency
  • Damage and reduce life of evaporator coil and impair the coil’s absorbing capacity
  • Limit the efficiency of the air-conditioning requiring more energy and fuel

The benefits of clean filters:

  • Energy and fuel saving by 5% – 15%

    Maintenance and replacement of filtration

    Filtration and purification ensures safety and longevity of equipment

  • Better cooling and performance
  • Cleaner air improving protection from allergens, contaminants and breathing problems
  • Protects and extends the life of your evaporator coils and other parts
  • Less service and breakdown
  • Less down time on machinery and equipment
  • Savings on less replacement parts and resources
  • Minimises risk of fire, short circuits and malfunctions

An air conditioner filter can come in the form of aluminium mesh, foam, woven polypropylene, non-woven polyester or non-woven polyester with activated carbon. Filters are available in a variety of types and efficiencies.

It is recommended to clean or replace your air conditioning system’s filter on a regular basis. Filters may need more frequent attention if the air conditioner is in constant use or subjected to dusty conditions.

Lyons is of the largest suppliers and installers of OEM and custom filters for air-conditioning, filtration and pressurisers in mining, transport and construction. Our team of specialised auto electricians and air-conditioning technicians are inducted, approved, and preferred on most major sites. Call us now on (08) 9259 7777 or email enquiries@lyons.com.au and speak to one of our experts today.

Cabin and bunk air-conditioning

Surprisingly, Is Evaporative or Refrigerated Cooler?

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Evaporative and refrigerated air conditioning systems both have their own set of advantages and disadvantages.Cabin and bunk air-conditioning

Below we explore the pros and cons and offer a solution that will make your summer for years to come.

Evaporative Cooling Benefits

  1. An evaporative cooling system only needs electricity for its fan and water pump. Therefore, the air-conditioning unit uses less power than most cooling systems.
  2. An evap unit uses a more natural process to keep your truck and cabin cool, all it requires is a full tank of water

Evaporative Cooling Limitations

  1. Evaporative units are not ideal for humid areas and can be influenced by rainy periods.

    Evaporative Air Con

    Popular Evaporative Air-conditioner for Cabin or Bunk

  2. Their coolers require more than most alternative air-conditioning
  3. They have basic air filtration systems and so many airborne contaminants are not captured
  4. Cabins can become musty due to high moisture levels in fabric
  5. A window needs to be left open to allow for the free flow of air in and out of the cabin
  6. Require water tank to be topped up after an overnight use, which can be a scarce commodity in some parts of Australia.

Refrigerated Cooling Benefits

  1. A refrigerated cooling system will keep you cool and comfortable in all weather conditions
  2. Refrigerated air-conditioners allows you to assign different temperatures to suit you.
  3. The cooling system removes humidity from the area
  4. Refrigerated system has a very effective filtration system

Refrigerated System Limitations:

  1. A robust system like a refrigerated cooler requires more energy to function. However, there are Lithium powered air-conditioning options that has all the benefit of both worlds.
  2. The refrigerated cooling’s outdoor unit like the ICEPACK can be noisy. DC Lithium powered refrigerated air-conditioning units overcome this

Should you get an evaporative or refrigerated cooling system?

If you were after a versatile system that can keep you comfortable in all of Australia’s climate conditions, then the recommendation would be a refrigerated cooling unit.

If you want the advantages of both Evaporative and Refrigerated for cabin cooling, then Lyons Piccolo Lithium Battery powered splitter bunk air-conditioning unit is the answer.

The Piccolo innovation has truck cabin or bunk cooling benefits beyond most systems on the market:

  • A fraction up front cost than other systems

    Split refrigerated bunk or cabin air conditioning unit

    Piccolo Lithium battery Bunk or Cabin Air conditioner best suited for transport trucks

  • Lithium powered system, saving you money on fuel on ongoing running costs
  • Eco-Friendly unit that’s energy efficient
  • Quiet and peaceful for a better night sleep
  • Inbuilt option to run on 240v. Plug in and save
  • Compact components requiring less effort to find room to install
  • Less maintenance with the option of doing it yourself
  • Tried and tested system used in standalone and fleet trucking industry

Having an expert who can help make the right decision can be invaluable. Lyons is the “Largest Independent Automotive & Electrical Wholesaler and Installer”, specialising in air-conditioning, filtration and pressurisers.

Call us now on (08) 9259 7777 or email enquiries@lyons.com.au and speak to one of our experts to make sure you keep safe and comfortable this summer.