Stationary Air Compressor Market Report 2026

The stationary air compressor market size has grown marginally in recent years. It will grow from $56.49 billion in 2025 to $57.32 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of industrial manufacturing facilities, increasing use of pneumatic tools, expansion of automotive production plants, demand for reliable compressed air supply, rising adoption of fixed industrial infrastructure.

The stationary air compressor market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $64.1 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of smart monitoring systems, demand for low maintenance compressors, expansion of food and beverage processing, growth of semiconductor manufacturing, increasing focus on energy cost optimization. Major trends in the forecast period include energy efficient compressor systems, demand for oil free air solutions, high reliability continuous duty compressors, modular compressor configurations, focus on noise and vibration reduction.

Rising demand from the manufacturing sector is anticipated to drive the growth of the stationary air compressor market. The manufacturing sector plays a vital role in the economy by converting raw materials and components into finished products that are either sold to consumers or utilized in other industries. Stationary air compressors are essential in this sector, providing a consistent and high-capacity source of compressed air for various industrial applications. These compressors are engineered to generate and store compressed air at significantly higher capacities compared to portable alternatives. For example, in December 2024, Statistics Canada, a Canada-based government agency, reported that the Canadian manufacturing sector experienced growth for the third consecutive year, with total revenue increasing by 1.7% year over year to reach $935.6 billion in 2023. Consequently, the expanding manufacturing sector is fueling the demand for stationary air compressors.

Leading companies in the stationary air compressor market are establishing partnerships to collaboratively develop stationary air compressors, aiming to reach broader customer bases, increase sales, and boost revenue. For example, in June 2023, Power Equipment Direct, a US-based e-commerce firm, teamed up with ABAC Air Compressors, a US manufacturer of air compressors. This partnership is intended to provide customers with a high-quality product from a reputable brand, access ABAC's innovative integrated block technology, and co-develop air compressors. Additionally, in February 2024, Elgi Equipments Ltd., an India-based air compressor manufacturer, announced a partnership with D.V.P. Vacuum Technology S.p.A., an Italy-based company specializing in vacuum technology. This collaboration focuses on manufacturing, assembling, testing, and selling D.V.P.'s proprietary vacuum products in India, with the goal of expanding Elgi's product range and leveraging synergies in manufacturing and distribution to penetrate the rapidly growing Indian vacuum market. This alliance underscores the significance of incorporating vacuum technology into Elgi's portfolio, enhancing its competitive advantage, and taking advantage of the expanding global vacuum pump market.

In June 2025, Atlas Copco, a Sweden-based industrial tools and equipment company, acquired Kyungwon Machinery for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Atlas Copco seeks to strengthen its presence in South Korea, broaden its machinery offerings, improve operational efficiency, and support long-term growth. Kyungwon Machinery, based in South Korea, specializes in the manufacturing of industrial machinery and equipment.

Major companies operating in the stationary air compressor market are Atlas Copco AB, Ingersoll-Rand plc, Gardner Denver, Kaeser Compressors Ltd., Elgi Equipments Limited, Sullair LLC, Quincy Compressor, Chicago Pneumatic, Fusheng Group, Bauer Compressor Ltd., ABAC Air Compressors, Sullivan-Palatek Inc., Gast Manufacturing, Rolair Systems, Kulmec Compressor, MAX-Air, Saylor-Beall Manufacturing Company, EMAX Compressor, Hubei Teweite Power Technology Company Limited, Zen Air Tech Private Limited, Puma Industrial Co. Ltd., Ciasons Industrial Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the stationary air compressor market in 2025. The regions covered in the stationary air compressor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the stationary air compressor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The stationary air compressor market consists of sales of reciprocating air compressors, scroll air compressors, centrifugal air compressors, oil-free air compressors, high-pressure air compressors and integrated compressor systems. 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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