I am preparing to spend some money on a new compressor, and I have looked at several brands. Just wondered what experiences any of you have had with the following:
IR, Quincy, Atlas-Copco, Belaire, and Polar Air (Eaton)
The units I am considering are 5HP recip w/80 gal tanks. The air supplied will run a small VMC and air guns, no air tools (I hate air tools;-), and we will likely expand the need for air to another CNC or two over the near future.
I have seen comments on other sites regarding Eaton from about 6-7 years ago, and Chinese parts. I note that the Eaton/Polar Air website states specifically now "No Chinese Parts". They also have a 5-year warranty, bumper to bumper. Their price is also (apparently right now) about $1300 vs. the others at $1800-1900 range. I suspect that they are trying to regain some market share after a Chinese parts debacle.
I have previously (in another company) had a Quincy rotary screw 25HP unit, very nice, but way more than we can buy right now.
Any input based on recent experience or knowledge of these companies' business practices will be appreciated, as well as any other suggestions for mfrs.
IR, Quincy, Atlas-Copco, Belaire, and Polar Air (Eaton)
The units I am considering are 5HP recip w/80 gal tanks. The air supplied will run a small VMC and air guns, no air tools (I hate air tools;-), and we will likely expand the need for air to another CNC or two over the near future.
I have seen comments on other sites regarding Eaton from about 6-7 years ago, and Chinese parts. I note that the Eaton/Polar Air website states specifically now "No Chinese Parts". They also have a 5-year warranty, bumper to bumper. Their price is also (apparently right now) about $1300 vs. the others at $1800-1900 range. I suspect that they are trying to regain some market share after a Chinese parts debacle.
I have previously (in another company) had a Quincy rotary screw 25HP unit, very nice, but way more than we can buy right now.
Any input based on recent experience or knowledge of these companies' business practices will be appreciated, as well as any other suggestions for mfrs.