• Peter Furolo, business development manager, Oil-Free Compressors
    Peter Furolo, business development manager, Oil-Free Compressors
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Compressed air is essential to food manufacturing, but selecting the right system can have a significant impact on food safety, operating costs and energy consumption. At foodpro 2026, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry spoke with Peter Furolo, business development manager – Oil-Free Compressors at ELGi Equipments Australia, about the company's latest compressed air solutions for the food and beverage sector.

On display are ELGi's EG series oil-lubricated rotary screw compressors alongside its AB series oil-free compressors, which are certified to ISO 8573-1 Class 0 for applications where air purity is critical. Furolo explains how variable frequency drive technology and emerging demand-match capabilities help reduce energy consumption, while the company's comprehensive warranty program is designed to provide long-term confidence for customers. Watch the video below to learn how ELGi is helping food manufacturers improve energy efficiency without compromising reliability or performance.

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