Air Compressors

Shopping for an air compressor can be very daunting if you’re not familiar with the jargon that is used. With so many varied options and styles of compressors available in the market, it's understandable that you would be confused. With al Read more

At SGS, there is a huge range of direct drive and belt drive air compressors. We understand that it can seem daunting to try and pair your air tools with a specific air compressor. Especially as the range of choices available is so bro Read more

CFM means Cubic Feet per Minute and this is the volume of air an air compressor can pump out per minute. When buying an air compressor the first thing you must work out is how much air is needed to power your tool. To figure this out you need Read more

An air compressor is an essential tool in a number of industries, from auto manufacturing to woodworking. As with all machinery, air compressors require maintenance, can develop faults and under perform if not setup correctly. Knowing what i Read more

If you recently bought your first air compressor to use for your home DIY projects, then it is important for you to understand how to properly operate and maintain it. By following these time-tested do's and don'ts you can stay safe and enjoy us Read more

Getting yourself a quality air compressor hose is essential to ensure stable air pressure, a tight seal and a consistent power output, but with a huge range of variety of hoses available on the market, it can be difficult to know where to start Read more

Air compressors are great for a wide range of work tasks, such as: drilling, hammering, sanding, grinding, cutting, nailing, stapling, wrenching and more. They can be used by amateur D.I.Y enthusiasts, right through to trade experts and industri Read more

How to set up an air compressor for spray guns and painting Is there such a thing as the perfect paintjob? That’s the big question for DIYers and professionals alike any time it comes to adding a lick of paint to the walls of the house, the Read more

Air powered tools have been around since the 1800’s and even today, are still being used daily in auto garages and industrial applications. Pneumatic tools are fast becoming recognised as both an affordable and indispensable option to the home Read more

Despite their compact size air hose fittings and connectors play a very important role in the overall performance of air compressors and the air tools that they are used with. The fittings maintain a constant flow of air and pressure within the Read more