Having compressed air available in a workshop can be extremely useful. Having a compressor isn’t such a pleasure though, because unless it’s a very expensive model, it will be one of the noisier ...

Air compressors are often loud, raucous machines – but they don’t have to be. [Eric Strebel] built a remarkably quiet compressor using parts salvaged from an old fridge. After several years of use, it ...

It’s touted as the latest technology in refrigerators. A compressor that keeps food fresh longer, lowers electricity costs, is quieter, and durable. LG says its new linear compressor is tested to last ...