Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd

What Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd does

Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd (trading as ACE) is a UK-based distributor and service provider of compressed air systems, headquartered in Wigan, Lancashire and operating as a private limited company registered in England and Wales since 2005. The company supplies new and pre-owned compressors and associated parts, alongside maintenance, repair, hire and 24/7 emergency call-out services, to industrial manufacturers and specialised sectors including food processing, pharmaceuticals, steel manufacturing and clean-room environments. It holds Authorised Distributor status with Atlas Copco and additional distribution agreements with BOGE, SCC, HPC, ABAC and Worthington, with complementary stocking of pneumatic control components from Festo, Norgren, Camozzi, SMC and Pneumax. Service coverage is anchored in the North West and is being extended across England and Wales, supported by dedicated local sales presence in Manchester, Warrington, Liverpool and Bolton.

The core technology stack is industrial rather than digital: it consists of physical compressor assets spanning 0.5kW to 315kW in both electric and diesel formats, a hire fleet, and the engineering capability to install, maintain and certify compressed air systems to Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 standards. The online parts and pre-owned equipment storefront is the primary digital surface; there is no indication of proprietary software, telemetry platforms or AI-driven monitoring capability.

The business model combines one-time equipment sales, an e-commerce parts channel, tiered recurring maintenance contracts (Basic, Original and Premium), a 24/7 emergency repair service with guaranteed response times, and a hire/leasing programme. Go-to-market is executed through field-sales engineers conducting on-site consultations, supplemented by direct digital channels (website, LinkedIn, Facebook, WhatsApp) and local SEO pages targeting industrial buyers across the UK. Pricing on standalone equipment units ranges from approximately £135 to £5,800, while maintenance and emergency services are quoted on application, indicating bespoke contract-based pricing for higher-value engagements.

Name

Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd

Legal name

Air Compressors & Equipment Limited

Website

https://aircompressorequipment.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd (ACE) is a Wigan-based UK distributor and service provider of compressed air systems, parts, hire, maintenance and 24/7 emergency repairs for industrial manufacturers and regulated sectors, operating as an Authorised Distributor for Atlas Copco, BOGE and SCC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Compressed Air Systems

NAICS

Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAHANAJ

Aftermarket Parts, Service & Remanufacturing (Pumps/Compressors)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Pumps & Compressors (Fluid & Gas Handling)

SECONDARYIMAHAGAD

Pneumatic Air Preparation & Distribution (FRL assemblies, manifolds, air headers)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Fluid Power & Motion Control Equipment

SECONDARYTLAKAHAI

Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses)

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Specialty Vehicle & Equipment MRO (Construction, Agricultural, Material Handling)

Keywords

• Compressed air systems
• Industrial compressors
• Pneumatic equipment
• Compressor maintenance
• Compressor hire

Headquarters

HQ city

Standish

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sales of new and pre-owned air compressors, generators, and equipment through online store. Products include BOGE, Atlas Copco, SCC, ABAC, HPC, Worthington and other brands.
2. Parts and Accessories Sales: Sales of compressor parts, filters, compressor oil, oil/water separators, and airline accessories through online store.
3. Maintenance Services: Competitive bespoke maintenance packages (Basic, Original, Premium tiers) with options for weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual payments. Includes preventative servicing plans.
4. Emergency Repair Services: 24/7 emergency call-out service with response times under 2 hours within North West and 4 hours across UK.
5. Compressor Hire and Leasing: Short-term and long-term air compressor hire packages. Equipment available from 0.5kW to 315kW, both electric and diesel.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd (trading as ACE) supplies, installs, maintains, and repairs compressed air systems and related pneumatic equipment for industrial customers across the UK. The company acts as an Authorised Distributor for Atlas Copco and resells new and pre-owned compressors, oil/water separators, filters and pneumatic components from brands such as BOGE, SCC, HPC, Worthington, ABAC and others. It complements equipment sales with 24/7 emergency call-out, bespoke maintenance agreements, compressor hire, pneumatic control system design, and Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 compliance services.

Product overview

Air Compressors & Equipment Ltd is a compressed air system supplier and distributor (trading as ACE) headquartered in Wigan, Lancashire. The company operates primarily as a reseller and service provider rather than a product manufacturer, offering a portfolio of new and second-hand compressed air equipment from multiple manufacturers including BOGE, Atlas Copco (as Authorised Distributor), SCC, HPC, Ingersoll Rand, Compair, Abac, Elgi, Worthington, and Pneumatech. Product categories include new compressors (BOGE ecoline S 7 eco DR, S 15 eco), second-hand compressors (HPC Airtower 19, Worthington Rollair 25, ABAC Genesis 1110), oil/water separators (CSR450 OWS, CSR150 OWS, CS75 OWS), and filters. The company provides complementary services including pneumatic control systems, 24/7 emergency call-outs, compressor maintenance agreements (Basic/Original/Premium tiers), compressor hire (0.5kW-315kW electric and diesel), and Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 compliance services. Pneumatic equipment from Festo, Norgren, Camozzi, SMC, Pneumax, and other manufacturers is also supplied.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pneumatic Control Systems Bespoke design, supply and maintenance of pneumatic control systems and panels including cylinders, valves, regulators, lubricators, filters, drains, airline accessories, air tools, tubing/hoses, vacuum equipment, fittings, couplings, air knives, spray guns and air fed masks, built from components supplied by Festo, Norgren, Camozzi, SMC, Pneumax and others.
• Atlas Copco Compressors and Air Treatment Authorised distribution of Atlas Copco GA Series rotary screw compressors, GX Series compact compressors, SF oil-free scroll compressors and ZT/ZR oil-free screw compressors, plus Atlas Copco air dryers and filtration systems, with full sales, installation, commissioning and service support.
• BOGE Compressors Distribution of BOGE German-engineered compressed air systems including S Eco Series, C Series and S-4 Variable Speed screw compressors, with installation and ongoing maintenance support.
• SCC Compressors Distribution of SCC's German-manufactured compressors including Base VSD variable speed drive Series, Strong Series with permanent magnet motors, and Scrolli oil-free Series, with integration, installation and ongoing maintenance support.
• New Compressors New air compressor systems available for pre-order through registration of interest, including BOGE ecoline S 7 eco DR and S 15 eco models, supplied with full installation and commissioning support.
• Second Hand Compressors Pre-owned compressed air systems, generators and equipment available for purchase through the online store, including HPC Airtower 19, Worthington Rollair 25 Variable Speed, and ABAC Genesis 1110 models.
• Oil/Water Separators (CSR/CS Series) Pneumatech oil/water separators in CSR75, CSR150 and CSR450 variants for systems generating 75, 150 and 450 CFM respectively, supplied with wall mounting bracket.
• Filters and Compressor Oil Compressor filters and compressor oil replacement parts available for purchase through the online store.
• Compressor Maintenance Agreements Bespoke preventative servicing packages offered in Basic, Original and Premium tiers, with annual costs spread across weekly, monthly, quarterly or annual payment options to suit customer requirements.
• Compressor Hire Short-term and long-term air compressor hire and leasing packages with stock available for both electric and diesel compressors ranging from 0.5kW to 315kW.
• Pressure System Safety Services Compliance services for the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 including full audits, maintenance, Written Scheme of Examination and certification for owners and users of pressure systems.
• 24/7 Emergency Call-Out Service 24/7 emergency breakdown service delivered by qualified service engineers, with response time of less than 2 hours within the North West and within 4 hours elsewhere in the UK.

Quantifiable outcome

• Response time under 2 hours within North West region
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Atlas CopcocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorised Distributor for Atlas Copco compressors and equipment. Company provides complete Atlas Copco support services including sales, installation, commissioning, preventative servicing, breakdown repairs, spare parts, energy efficiency surveys, and air leak detection across the North West and nationwide.
• BOGEcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrusted supplier of BOGE products offering comprehensive range of German-engineered compressed air systems. Partnership includes S Eco Series Screw Compressors, C Series Screw Compressors, and S-4 Variable Screw Compressors. Full end-to-end solutions from installation to ongoing maintenance.
• SCCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of SCC's high-performance compressors manufactured in Germany. Products include Base VSD Series variable speed drive compressors, Strong Series with permanent magnet motors, and Scrolli Series oil-free compressors. Full integration, installation and ongoing maintenance support provided.
• FestosupportingTechnology or IntegrationPneumatic equipment supplier for cylinders, valves, regulators, and other pneumatic components used in bespoke control systems.
• NorgrensupportingTechnology or IntegrationPneumatic equipment supplier for pneumatic control system components.
• CamozzisupportingTechnology or IntegrationPneumatic equipment supplier for pneumatic control system components.
• SMCsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPneumatic equipment supplier for pneumatic control system components.
• PneumatechsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPneumatic equipment supplier for air treatment and separation products. Products visible on website include oil/water separators (CSR75, CSR150, CSR450 series).

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Quincy Compressor: Established compressor manufacturer with both direct sales and authorised distributor partners in the UK, offering piston, screw, and oil-free units plus service. Quincy competes with ACE for industrial customers on both equipment and after-sale service terms.
• Mattei Compressors: Italian manufacturer of oil-injected and oil-free rotary vane compressors with UK distribution and service. Mattei targets the same industrial, automotive, and specialist process customers that ACE serves with its multi-brand portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Ingersoll Rand: Global compressor and fluid handling OEM with a UK presence across rotary screw, centrifugal, and oil-free compressors. Ingersoll Rand's broad portfolio and direct service network overlap with ACE's product range and after-sale service proposition.
• BOGE Kompressoren: German-engineered compressor OEM whose S Eco, C, and S-4 ranges are core to ACE's new-equipment offering. BOGE also sells and services direct in the UK via its own subsidiaries, so it is simultaneously a partner and a competing channel for the same end customers.
• CompAir: Established UK- and Europe-wide compressor brand offering oil-injected, oil-free, and variable-speed compressors with associated service. CompAir's broad portfolio and direct UK presence make it a direct competitive incumbent to ACE's multi-brand distribution model.
• Kaeser Compressors Ltd: Major German compressor manufacturer with a UK subsidiary offering sales, installation, and service across screw, rotary, and oil-free ranges. Kaeser competes head-to-head with ACE for industrial and manufacturing accounts in England and Wales.
• Atlas Copco UK: Atlas Copco is the global premium compressor manufacturer and ACE's most strategic OEM partner (ACE holds Authorised Distributor status). It also operates its own direct UK service network, competing with ACE for the same industrial and specialist customers (pharma, food, medical) on premium and Class 0 oil-free equipment.
• ALUP Compressors: European compressor brand (part of the ABAC group) selling screw, piston, and oil-free compressors via a UK distributor and service network. ALUP competes in the same mid-market and SMB segments where ACE places ABAC and Alup-badged units.
• Sullair: Global compressor and vacuum OEM with a UK sales and service footprint, offering rotary screw, oil-free, and portable compressors. Sullair competes for the same industrial and hire-rental demand that ACE addresses with its diesel and electric hire fleet.

Others

• Pneumatech: Specialist air treatment and gas generation brand (part of Atlas Copco) supplying desiccant and refrigerant dryers, filters, and oil/water separators. ACE resells Pneumatech separators (CSR75/150/450) and integrates its dryers into compressed-air packages, making Pneumatech a complementary product peer rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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