Air Systems

Australis Engineering are the importer and supplier of high quality, Italian made Sicomat compressed air and nitrogen distribution systems.

Sicomat are a leading European manufacturer in the fluids transmission sector, offering a wide range of products that can be used in various application: from the industrial sector to fluid automation, automotive workshops and manufacturing, to the health and pharmaceutical sector. In fact Sicomat products are ideal for any application where there is the requirement to transmit fluids.

Sicomat compressed air systems are fully calibrated, powder coated aluminium pipe systems and accessories, available in a range of diameters from 20mm to 63mm. Junctions are made with nylon fittings and have a very high resistance to shock and pressure. As a result, the quality Italian compressed air pipes and accessories in the SicoAIR range have passed stringent European testing requirements in order to achieve TUV Institute certification and by the ISO 9001:2008 certification. This testing has proven that Sicomat aluminium pipe systems and accessories are capable of withstanding 4 times the normal working rated pressure (PN12.5) without failure.

During testing, Sicomat line demonstrate outstanding resistance to the stresses generated by changes of pressure caused by water hammer. Being made of aluminium Sicomat air piping is also highly resistant to corrosion that may occur in humid or saline environments.

The Sicomat range comprises a range of products from the SicoAIR aluminium tubes line and nylon fittings, to the innovative SicoALU1, SicoALU2 and SicoMiniLine lines that satisfy the most varied requirements of modern production environments.

Sicomat products include:

• SicoAIR: aluminum tubes and nylon fittings, couplings for compressed air distribution. Also suitable for water.
• SicoMiniLine: inexpensive line for compressed air distribution with fittings that can be used as brackets.
• SicoAZOTE: aluminum tubes and nylon fittings for nitrogen distribution. Ideal for hospital and other health facilities.
• SicoVACUUM: aluminum tubes and nylon fittings for vacuum (central aspiration).
• SicoALU1: mechanical multi function line, aluminum structural profile with air distribution and trolleys.
• SicoALU2: multi function line, aluminum profile with two lines of fluids distribution (compressed air, nitrogen).
• SicoARMS: aluminium support arms with air distribution and trolleys.

Why choose aluminium pipe?

Lightweight, corrosion resistant, powder coated aluminium compressed air piping systems solve a lot of the problems that compressed air system installers are traditionally confronted with. Compared to PVC, galvanized, stainless steel or the ubiquitous copper piping, aluminium compressed air pipe is the preferred material for most modern air compressor system installations.

• Easy and rapid to install – around 4 times faster than traditional systems!!!
• Lightweight
• Corrosion, Fire and UV resistant
• Excellent shock resistance
• Reusable
• No welding required

The various material choices represent advantages and disadvantages that must be taken into consideration when establishing a piping solution. For example, galvanized pipe is a traditional material for piping installations. However, it requires a threaded or welded connection performed by experienced fitters. It also tends to rust with the corrosion affecting the quality of the compressed air.

Some installers continue to recommend PVC piping because it's lightweight and clean, however in the Australian climate PVC can quickly deform under hot conditions, and may require a substantial increase in the use of saddle brackets to support the piping (meaning added labour costs at installation) and can, if incorrectly installed, lead to lost air pressure from the PVC expanding or contracting at joints – meaning higher running costs as your compressor is run at higher capacity trying to maintain pressure within your system. PVC pipe can in some circumstances also create OHS concerns if air pressure is too great, with an increased risk of pipe breakage.

Pressed or welded stainless steel is another alternative. It has the advantage of being clean, but its weight and requirement to weld most joins and time required to cut pipe lengths means that installation times are much longer when compared to a comparable aluminium compressed air system.

Another important new trend for compressed air system installations is the advent of a quick connect joining system. Much like the joiners used on your garden hose or irrigation system – but rigorously tested to ensure they cope with the increased pressure, the quick connect style joining systems allow for substantially faster installation, saving money on labour costs. By eliminating the need to glue, weld or thread the piping system, this can result in substantial cost savings whilst maintaining outstanding pressure ratings.

Quick connect joiners and terminal blocks also make future proofing your compressed air system very easy. The Sicomat system permits the rapid addition and modification of new dropper lines from your ring main – adding versatility and flexibility to the already compelling list of benefits from selecting a Sicomat compressed air system.

How fast?

Watch these short videos, demonstrating the speed and ease of installation from choosing the Sicomat compressed air system:

Interested in distributing Sicomat aluminium compressed air systems?

Australis Engineering is on the lookout for partners to help sell and distribute Sicomat products around Australia. If you are a compressed air system installer or retailer and are interested in becoming a local distributor of Sicomat compressed air products, contact Australis Engineering to find out more information on the competitive distributor discounts we can offer you.