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Compressed air treatment equipment refers to pneumatic devices that ensure the quality of compressed air used in various applications by eliminating contaminants and maintaining the air's purity.
The primary products in compressed air treatment equipment include filters, dryers, and aftercoolers. Filters are utilized to remove impurities from gases or liquids by passing them through a filtering medium. These equipment applications span across various industries such as chemical, food and beverage, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, automotive, among others, catering to needs such as plant air, instrument air, process air, and breathing air purification.
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.
Tariffs are impacting the compressed air treatment equipment market by increasing costs of imported filters, desiccants, dryers, heat exchangers, and electronic monitoring components. Manufacturing plants in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported high-performance components, while Asia-Pacific exporters face pricing pressures. These tariffs are increasing system installation and maintenance costs. At the same time, they are encouraging local component manufacturing, regional supply chain development, and innovation in modular and energy-efficient air treatment systems.
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The compressed air treatment equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.89 billion in 2025 to $10.57 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of industrial automation, increasing use of compressed air in manufacturing, rising regulatory focus on air purity standards, growth in food and pharmaceutical production, availability of advanced filtration systems.
The compressed air treatment equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.77 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of smart factory solutions, rising demand for energy optimization, expansion of pharmaceutical and healthcare manufacturing, growing emphasis on contamination control, integration of digital monitoring systems. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-efficiency air filtration systems, rising adoption of energy-efficient dryers, growing focus on air quality compliance, expansion of smart air treatment solutions, enhanced moisture control technologies.
The expansion of the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors is expected to drive the growth of the compressed air treatment equipment market going forward. The healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors encompass businesses that deliver healthcare services, manufacture medical products, provide medical insurance, or produce drugs and medications. Compressed air treatment equipment is utilized in these sectors to support patient care by supplying clean, dry air and ensuring comfort and safety. Most healthcare facilities rely on purified compressed air, which removes contaminants and enhances product safety. For example, in June 2025, the American Heart Association (AHA), a US-based nonprofit organization, reported that national healthcare spending increased by 8.2% in 2024, following a 7.5% rise in 2023. Therefore, the expansion of the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors is driving the growth of the compressed air treatment equipment market.
Companies in the compressed air treatment equipment market are also focusing on developing innovative products like fixed-speed industrial air compressors to gain a competitive advantage. These compressors operate at a constant speed, delivering a steady flow of compressed air, which is ideal for applications that demand reliable performance while also providing efficiency and reduced energy costs compared to older models. For instance, in March 2024, Atlas Copco, a Sweden-based manufacturing company, launched its next-generation GA and GA+ fixed-speed industrial air compressors, specifically the GA 55+-75+ models. These compressors are designed for intelligent performance, energy savings, and reliability. They feature a new compression element, an IE4-efficiency motor, oversized coolers, and a hybrid bearing that extends the lifespan of the drivetrain by 33%. The Elektronikon Nano Touch controller, equipped with SMARTLINK, allows for remote monitoring and system optimization. Additionally, the compressors include a smart temperature control system that adjusts the oil injection temperature for maximum efficiency based on real-time conditions. Designed for versatile applications, these units deliver more air at lower energy costs while offering long service intervals of up to 8,000 hours.
In January 2023, Ingersoll Rand, a prominent US-based equipment company specializing in flow creation and industrial products, executed a strategic move to fortify its market position and broaden capabilities. The company successfully completed the acquisition of SPX FLOW Inc. in a substantial deal valued at $525 million. This strategic acquisition is anticipated to strengthen Ingersoll Rand's presence in critical product categories, augment its exposure to high-potential growth markets, and propel advancements in its core compressor products, reaffirming its commitment to market leadership. SPX FLOW Inc., the acquired entity, is a reputable US-based manufacturer renowned for its high-quality compressed air treatment products. The acquisition aligns seamlessly with Ingersoll Rand's strategic objectives, emphasizing market dominance and expansion of its product portfolio.
Major companies operating in the compressed air treatment equipment market are Atlas Copco AB, Ingersoll Rand Inc., Kaeser Kompressoren, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Donaldson Company, Inc., BEKO Technologies GmbH, BOGE KOMPRESSOREN Otto Boge GmbH & Co. KG, Pentair, Sullair Corporation, SMC Corporation, ELGi Equipments Ltd., Walker Filtration, Airfilter Engineering Corporation, Alpha-Pure Corporation, OMI, Deltech, Risheng, Hitachi, MANN+HUMMEL, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the compressed air treatment equipment market in 2025. The regions covered in the compressed air treatment equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the compressed air treatment equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The compressed air treatment equipment market consists of sales of rotary screw compressors, vacuum pumps, air system piping, high-pressure filters, and compressed air filtration. 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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