5HP compressor on a wood floor; air distribution

[Smbevma]

Hi:

I'm thinking of building a shed for scooters and small cars I have. I'd also like to put a 5HP 60 gallon 230V compressor in the shed. Because of site/cost considerations I'm purchasing a shed with a wood floor, 5/8 plywood on 2x6PT joists 8" on center.

I'm a little concerned that the compressor will vibrate out of its mountings so I'm thinking of laying additional plywood under the compressor.

Here are my questions: for people who have such large compressors, does this sound like it will be sufficient for long term mounting?

I also want to run air back to the house, which is about 40 feet away? Any suggestions on how to do this? I was thinking of running a 50' air hose through conduit adjacent to the electric run in the trench I have to dig anyway.

If anyone has experience / opinions about this I'd like to hear those too.

thanks
Shawn

 

[HOTFR8]

Hi Shawn,

May I politely suggest you introduce your self here and ask the questions in General Discussion as you may get a better answer. Also I suggest you put a location in your profile as you will find that will be helpful as we have many members all over the world.

On that note. Welcome to the GJ.