Astounding Growth Projected For Compressor Industry

Have you heard?

According to a study by Grand View Research, Inc., the global air compressor market size is projected to reach $37.18 billion by 2022, a staggering 24% growth since 2010. Believed by many, one key contributor to these statistics is the increased popularity of centrifugal air compressors designed for jet planes. Another component includes the rise of environmentally friendly compressor technology including oil-free or oil-less lubrication processes. These oil-free standards remain at the forefront of compressor innovation as the search for environmentally friendly ways of creating, storing, and using renewable, clean energy gains momentum across all industries.

What do the numbers project?* 

The oil-free segment accounted for over 30% of the overall industry in 2014. Projecting similar exponential growth, globally that trend will look something like this:

By 2020, the United States is expected to overcome China as the lead revenue generator of the compressor industry:

How does RIX Industries play a role as a key contributor to this upward trend?

Since 1878, RIX Industries has been a trusted, American-made supplier of industrial air compressors specializing in custom, high pressure oil-free technology, as well as on-site oxygen and nitrogen generation systems. A leader of the compressor industry, our stewardship of “green” technology ensures that military, government, industrial, and commercial customers alike will also step forward on environmental responsibilities as well.

Environmentally friendly applications of our products include, but are not limited to, the formulating of renewable fuels as well as dehydrogenation of spent motor oil. RIX compressors also aid in the refueling of fuel cell motor vehicles. Along with working with industrial gas companies, refineries and chemical plants, offshore oil platforms, commercial diving, OEM’s, SCUBA tank filling, and Government Agencies, RIX compressors assist a wide range of VSA applications at steel mills, paper plants, and water treatment plans.

Known for engineered innovation, RIX compressors and generators provide solutions to top impacting factors in the industry by offering portable and stationary compressor solutions that support a wide array of gas types from oxygen and hydrogen to natural gas and breathing air. RIX also makes customized compressors to support a large range of maximum discharge pressures and flow ranges. Learn more about RIX Industries and the full product line by visiting our website.

You may also access the full research report by Grand View Research, Inc. with a comprehensive breakdown of compressor technology by product, technology, lubrication method, application, and region at: Grand View Research, Inc.. Find the full press release, charts, and more information regarding this projected surge in the compressor industry on PR Newswire by clicking here.

*Image and Data Sources:

Man and Woman Shaking Hands
June 4, 2025
RIX Industries teams up with Sumitomo Heavy Industries to broaden global access to advanced compressor and gas generation technologies.
A group of satellite dishes are lined up in a field
May 15, 2025
RIX Industries partners with NSF's National Radio Astronomy Observatory to develop advanced cryogenic cooling solutions for the Next Generation Very Large Array, aiming to enhance sensitivity and reduce power consumption in radio astronomy.
A headshot photo of Marty Ellner on a Navy blue graphic background
May 8, 2025
Go behind the scenes at RIX in this exclusive conversation with our Senior Director of Business Development. Discover insights on strategy, growth, and the future of innovation
A large military ship is floating on top of a large body of water.
May 6, 2025
Discover how RIX Industries' Liquid Oxygen Generation Plant supports the U.S. Navy’s newest aircraft carriers with advanced, reliable on-board oxygen solutions.
A blurry picture of a hospital hallway with a nurse pushing a stretcher with a patient on it.
By Carina Simon January 24, 2025
Discover the importance of global health resilience and the critical role of oxygen access in healthcare. Learn how innovative solutions are ensuring life-saving oxygen reaches those in need.
A headshot photo of Michael McNulty on Navy Blue graphic background
January 20, 2025
Go behind the scenes at RIX with our Senior Director of Customer Support and Service as they share insights on leadership, customer experience, and the future of support.
A submarine is floating on top of a body of water.
August 22, 2024
RIX Industries secures a multimillion-dollar US Navy contract to deliver 25 high-pressure air compressors for Virginia-class submarines, continuing their decades-long partnership.
photo of tugboat on open ocean with blue sky background
June 9, 2024
Join us in exploring the forefront of clean energy solutions with a deep dive into hydrogen's potential. From advancements in technology to global initiatives, we uncover the path towards sustainable energy independence. Embrace the future with us as we navigate the opportunities and challenges of the hydrogen economy.
A fighter jet is taking off from a carrier.
April 3, 2024
Discover how RIX Industries is powering military advantage through customized systems in our latest blog post. From enhancing aircraft capabilities to meeting the demands of modern warfare, RIX delivers innovative solutions tailored to critical marine, airborne, and shipboard applications. Dive into our expertise and learn how we're shaping the future of military technology.
A large white yacht is floating on top of a body of water.
March 2, 2024
Discover how PEM fuel cells and methanol-to-hydrogen (M2H2) technology from RIX Industries propel maritime decarbonization. Learn how this integrated solution streamlines adoption, eliminates high-pressure tanks, and ensures compliance with global emissions mandates. Read now to explore the future of sustainable shipping with hydrogen-on-demand.
More Posts