Industrial Air Compressor Global Market Report 2025

An industrial air compressor is a device that utilizes an electric, diesel, or gas-powered engine to convert power into potential energy stored in pressurized air. This equipment employs one or more reciprocating pistons to draw in air and compress it. The resulting compressed air is then directed towards various tools, including jackhammers, paint sprayers, impact wrenches, and others.

The main types of industrial air compressors include rotary air compressors, reciprocating air compressors, and centrifugal air compressors. Rotary air compressors are rotary positive displacement devices capable of operating at high speeds across a wide range of pressures and flows. They are further categorized into positive displacement and dynamic displacement, featuring various seals such as oil-free seals and oil-lubricated seals. These compressors find applications in diverse industries, including food and beverage, oil and gas, energy and mining, semiconductor and electronics, manufacturing, construction and municipal services, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture/farming.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and rising trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a substantial impact on the machinery sector, driving up the costs of essential components such as steel, hydraulic systems, and precision bearings many of which are sourced from regions affected by the tariffs. Manufacturers of construction, agricultural, and industrial machinery are now facing tighter profit margins, as existing long-term contracts limit their ability to raise prices immediately. This climate of uncertainty has also led to postponed investments in automation and smart machinery, slowing potential productivity improvements. In response, companies are focusing on developing local suppliers, redesigning products to incorporate alternative materials, and adopting predictive maintenance strategies to extend equipment life and reduce the need for costly replacements.

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The industrial air compressor market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $22.43 billion in 2024 to $23.25 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in manufacturing and industrial activities across various sectors, demand for compressed air in automation and pneumatic systems, need for reliable and continuous air supply in industrial processes, focus on energy efficiency and operating cost reduction in industries, adoption of portable and compact air compressor solutions.

The industrial air compressor market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $28.88 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to transition towards electric and hybrid air compressors for sustainability, demand for oil-free and contaminant-free compressed air solutions, customization of compressor systems for specific industrial applications, research and development in next-generation air compressor technologies, expansion of compressed air usage in emerging industries and applications. Major trends in the forecast period include variable speed drive (vsd) and variable frequency drive (vfd) technology, oil-free air compressor systems, energy-efficient and high-efficiency particulate air (hepa) filters, integration of iot for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance, hybrid and dual-power air compressors.

The forecast of 5.6% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.5% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through tariffs on rotary screw compressors and aftercoolers, imported from Germany and Sweden, raising operational costs for factories. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The surge in demand for energy-efficient air compressors is poised to propel the growth of the Industrial Air Compressor market. These devices play a crucial role in converting potential energy into compressed air, and the adoption of energy-efficient variants offers a significant advantage amid rising energy costs. Notably, compressed air systems account for 10 to 30% of energy consumption in industrial facilities, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. The integration of energy-efficient air compressors can potentially lead to a 20% improvement in energy consumption in industrial settings, making it a pivotal step forward.

The growth of automotive production is anticipated to boost the automotive AC compressor market in the future. Automotive production encompasses the manufacturing process of automobiles, which includes assembling various components and systems to create a complete vehicle. Automotive compressors play a crucial role in compressing and circulating refrigerant gases within vehicle air conditioning systems. Consequently, the rise in automotive production will lead to an increased demand for industrial air compressors. For instance, according to the European Automobile Manufacturer Association, a Belgium-based lobbying and standards group for the automobile industry in the European Union, approximately 85.4 million vehicles were produced in 2022, reflecting a 5.7% increase from 2021. Therefore, the growing automotive production is driving the demand for the industrial air compressor market.

Major companies in the industrial air compressor market are introducing advanced technologies like VSD (Variable Speed Drive) technology, which improves the efficiency and performance of manufacturing processes by providing precise control over motor speeds and reducing energy consumption. VSD technology is a system that manages the speed and torque of electric motors by adjusting the input frequency and voltage. For example, in March 2023, Atlas Copco, a UK-based industrial company, expanded its GA VSD oil-injected screw compressor range to include models ranging from 5 to 18 kW, enhancing its energy-efficient and sustainable offerings. This next-generation VSD technology is now available in sizes from 5 to 37 kW, delivering smart operation and up to 60% energy savings for smaller compressed air users. These new models retain benefits such as savings, sustainability, intelligent performance, superior connectivity, compact design, and quiet operation.

Major companies in the industrial air compressor market are developing advanced products such as portable air compressors, which provide flexibility and convenience for various applications while ensuring reliable performance and efficiency. Portable air compressors are compact, mobile devices designed to compress and store air for different uses. For example, in April 2023, Rotair SPA, an Italy-based industrial air compressor manufacturer, launched the MDVN34E and MDVN32B models. Both MDVN34E and MDVN32B are portable air compressors that not only enhance operational flexibility but also meet modern environmental standards. The MDVN34E is an electric portable air compressor that operates without internal combustion engines, making it ideal for locations where diesel engines are not allowed. In contrast, the MDVN32B is a petrol-powered portable air compressor that delivers performance comparable to diesel engines.

In November 2022, Danfoss acquired BOCK GmbH. This acquisition, undisclosed in amount, enhances Danfoss's compressor offerings, including oil-free, inverter-scroll, reciprocating, and screw compressors, as well as condensing units. BOCK GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer, specializes in compressors and condensing units.

Major companies operating in the industrial air compressor market include Atlas Copco, Danfoss A/S, HD Hyundai Infracore Co. Ltd., EBARA Corporation., Elgi Equipments Limited., Hitachi Ltd., Howden Group Ltd., Ingersoll-Rand PLC, Kaeser Kompressoren Inc., Kirloskar Pneumatics Co. Ltd, Kobe Steel Ltd., Baker Hughes Company., BOGE KOMPRESSOREN Otto Boge GmbH & Co. KG, MAT Industries LLC., Coaire Inc., Elliott Group Ltd., FS-Curtis, Fusheng Group, Gardner Denver Pvt Ltd., Air Squared Inc., Air Systems Products LLC., Airmaze Corporation Pte Ltd ., American Eagle Accessories Group, Bambi Air Compressors Ltd., Bauer Compressors Inc., Chicago Pneumatic Holdings Ltd., Curtis-Toledo Inc., EMAX Compressor, Jenny Products Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial air compressor market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the industrial air compressor market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the industrial air compressor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.

The industrial air compressor market consists of sales of rotary screw, vane and reciprocating air compressors, and axial and centrifugal compressors. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Rotary Air Compressors; Reciprocating Air Compressors; Centrifugal Air Compressors
• 2) By Product: Positive Displacement; Dynamic Displacement
• 3) By Seal: Oil-Free Seal; Oil-Lubricated Seal
• 4) By Application: Food And Beverage; Oil And Gas; Energy And Mining; Semiconductor And Electronics; Manufacturing; Construction And Municipal; Pharmaceuticals; Agriculture Or Farming
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Rotary Air Compressors: Rotary Screw Compressors; Rotary Vane Compressors
• 2) By Reciprocating Air Compressors: Single-Stage Reciprocating Compressors; Two-Stage Reciprocating Compressors
• 3) By Centrifugal Air Compressors: Oil-Lubricated Centrifugal Compressors; Oil-Free Centrifugal Compressors
• Companies Mentioned: Atlas Copco; Danfoss A/S; HD Hyundai Infracore Co. Ltd.; EBARA Corporation.; Elgi Equipments Limited.; Hitachi Ltd.; Howden Group Ltd.; Ingersoll-Rand PLC; Kaeser Kompressoren Inc.; Kirloskar Pneumatics Co. Ltd; Kobe Steel Ltd.; Baker Hughes Company.; BOGE KOMPRESSOREN Otto Boge GmbH & Co. KG; MAT Industries LLC.; Coaire Inc.; Elliott Group Ltd.; FS-Curtis; Fusheng Group; Gardner Denver Pvt Ltd.; Air Squared Inc.; Air Systems Products LLC.; Airmaze Corporation Pte Ltd.; American Eagle Accessories Group; Bambi Air Compressors Ltd.; Bauer Compressors Inc.; Chicago Pneumatic Holdings Ltd.; Curtis-Toledo Inc.; EMAX Compressor; Jenny Products Inc.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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