Air Flex

Air Flex is an easy to use PC based Windows program that accurately calculates air compressor performance including flow rates based on orifice or annubar data, and state point data for various conditions.

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Program features include:

Compressor Estimation - Input flow rate, inlet conditions, & discharge pressure, Air Flex calculates inlet and discharge volume flow, adiabatic head, discharge temperature, and gas power.
Compressor Test Data - Input field or factory test data, Air Flex calculates overall compressor performance including flow rates, power, and efficiency. Note - this option can also be used to verify compressor performance in new proposals.
State Point Calculation - Input a pressure and temperature, Air Flex calculates, specific volume, sonic velocity, Cp , K value, and dynamic viscosity.
A detailed summary printout is available which includes pressure, temperature, specific volume, sonic velocity, Cp , K value, and dynamic viscosity for: state points, compressor performance calculations and field test results.
The units of measurement may be varied for any item. All of the commonly used units (e. g. psia, Bar a, kg/cm2 a, etc.) are available.
Pull down windows are used for ease of program operation.

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Data Analysis

Use the following Excel Worksheet for plotting the results of your analysis. The worksheet uses 5 points from the compressor manufacturers curve as a base line. The operating data is fan law corrected for comparison to the design curve.

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Air Flex
Computer System Requirements:

IBM PC or compatible computer.
Windows 9x, 2000, NT or XP

Air Flex Troubleshooting

Air Flex will not install

Air Flex will not execute or run
Verify that the hardlock is properly installed in the printer port. Remove and reinstall to assure good contact is made.
Follow directions in the installation directions.
Be sure that your computer has the proper hardware requirements. See the Introduction section for details.

Printer does not function
Verify that the printer cable is securely connected, the printer has power and a supply of paper that is properly loaded, and the printer is in the ready or on-line mode.
Check to see if the proper printer has been selected (see "Printers" under "Control Panel" in the "Program Manager").
Consult your printer manufacturer's manual.

Hardlock Compatibility

The parallel port hardlock supplied with the program, while compatible with most printers, does not always permit normal function of equipment attached through it. If possible, attach the hardlock to an unused printer port. If you experience trouble with printers, CD's, zip drives, or other equipment connected to the printer port, first remove the hardlock and try using auxiliary equipment without the hardlock attached. With certain printers it may be necessary to start up your computer without the hardlock connected and with the printer directly connected to the printer port. Once the system is up and running, reconnect the hardlock to start and operate the Flexware programs. If necessary, USB port hardlocks are available.

Further help

For further help in resolving any difficulties with Air Flex , or any questions regarding the Air Flex or any other Flex program, contact the Flexware, Inc. Service Office (techserv@flexwareinc.com) or your nearest Distributor. Please have your software serial number available prior to calling. The serial number can be found in the product literature, or on the hardlock attached to the printer port.

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For more Information:
Please contact your nearest Flexware, Inc. Office or Distributor
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Air Flex

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