Industrial oil-free air compressor hire
Reduce emissions with oil-free compressed air
Oil-free air compressors you can depend on
When cleanliness is critical, our oil-free air compressor rental service delivers reliable, ISO Class 0 certified air for a safe, clean environment for your operations. Whether you need short-term backup or long-term support, our industrial oil-free compressors provide oil-free air to protect your products, processes, and people.
Powered by electric, our variable speed drive (VSD) compressors are more efficient, resulting in lower energy costs and, with no oil to consider, a reduction in maintenance and downtime too. They’re also kind to the environment, producing zero emissions.
Our advanced Stage V certified compressors are designed to minimise emissions, offering low environmental impact. They are also compatible with HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), further reducing carbon emissions and supporting sustainable operations.
Get in touch with our experts today to discuss our oil free compressor rental service.
Clean compressed air, greater efficiency
Explore our oil-free air compressor range
Electric 800 cfm Compressor (24m3/min)
HVO Diesel Stage V 1550 cfm Compressor (44m3/min)
How does an oil-free compressor work?
Oil-free compressors generate clean, compressed air without using oil for lubrication inside the compression chamber. This design eliminates the risk of oil vapour or residue entering your air supply — ensuring full compliance with ISO 8573-1 Class 0 standards.
In contrast, traditional oil-lubricated compressors rely on oil to reduce friction and cool internal components, which can lead to trace contamination even with advanced filtration.
Aggreko’s Stage V diesel and electric oil-free compressors use advanced materials and precision engineering to deliver 100% oil-free performance for critical industrial applications where air purity and compliance are essential.
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Why choose oil-free air compressors
Avoid the risk of oil contaminating your processes, end product and impacting your people.
Oil-free air compressors are more efficient, which helps to reduce energy costs.
There’s less maintenance required than with oil-fired compressors too. With there being no oil filter, you don’t need to make filter changes – which often leads to additional costs and increased downtime.
Oil-free air compressors are quick to start – with no lag.
When you rent from Aggreko, you’ll have the peace of mind of 24/7/365 support, as well as our Remote Monitoring service, ARM.
Our experts will continue to monitor the performance of your equipment to maximise performance.
No oil in the system means no pollutants are released into the atmosphere. You don’t need to dispose of pollutants either.
Our electric oil-free compressors also deliver zero emissions.
Our oil-free air compressor hire models are used across multiple sectors, including pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and petrochemical and refining. Applications include:
Instrument air
Process air
Plant air
Aeration
Pressure testing
Pipeline drying and cleanout
Catalyst regeneration
Vessel dehydration
Air separation
Pneumatic transport
Why Choose Aggreko for Oil-Free Air Compressor Hire
- Trusted global expertise: Decades of experience supporting mission-critical operations across industries.
- Fast mobilisation: Rapid delivery and setup anywhere in the UK.
- 24/7 technical support: Backed by our Remote Monitoring (ARM) system for performance assurance.
- Flexible hire options: Short- or long-term rental solutions to match your operational needs.
- Safety and compliance: All units installed and maintained in line with the highest safety and environmental standards.
Oil-Free Industrial Air Compressor FAQs
Oil-free compressors are the right choice when your process demands clean, contaminant-free air – such as in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, electronics manufacturing, or chemical processing environments.
Yes. Our electric and diesel oil-free compressors are engineered for continuous, high-demand applications and are supported 24/7 by remote monitoring and expert service teams.
Absolutely. Aggreko provides flexible hire options for planned maintenance, short-term projects, or emergency situations – ensuring reliable, contamination-free air with minimal downtime.
Yes. With no oil to manage or replace, oil-free compressors reduce maintenance time and eliminate the risk of oil-related downtime or filter replacement costs.
Our variable speed drive (VSD) electric units automatically adjust output to match demand, reducing power consumption and improving efficiency compared to fixed-speed models.
Yes. Our electric and Stage V diesel compressors deliver clean, energy-efficient performance with zero or ultra-low emissions and full HVO fuel compatibility.
Definitely. We design, install, and manage complete temporary air systems — including dryers, filters, and generators — to meet site-specific flow, purity, and pressure requirements.