Oil-free air compressor rental is an emerging service sector in China. Although still in its early stages, the market can be described with two phrases: rapidly developing and mixed in quality.

At present, only a few companies in China are engaged in oil-free compressor rental. Most of them follow the conventional model from the power generator rental sector—acquiring or reusing second-hand equipment from factories to form rental assets. This low-cost model served as a foundation during the industry’s infancy, helping to introduce and nurture the rental concept in China’s still-developing rental market.

With the growing acceptance of flexible solutions across industries, the oil-free compressor rental market is becoming more active and diversified. A clear stratification is forming to meet the varying needs of high-, mid-, and low-end clients.

Industry Segmentation and Equipment Types

Air compressor rental is typically divided into two major categories:

• Oil-free air compressor rental
• Oil-lubricated (or micro-oil) air compressor rental

Each category can be further segmented by pressure levels: high, medium, and low pressure.
In oil-free systems, the mainstream models are oil-free screw compressors and centrifugal compressors, predominantly from Atlas Copco and Ingersoll Rand. Drying systems are often provided by Nuumantec or other domestic manufacturers. Oil-lubricated compressors are more diverse in brands, with diesel-driven mobile compressors dominated by Atlas Copco, SullAir/IHI, DOOSAN, and CompAir.

The dominance of global top-tier brands in China’s rental sector reflects the high demand for reliability from customers.

• Second-hand-based rental companies operate with limited capacity but offer low-cost options.
• Professional rental providers, on the other hand, serve high-end industrial clients who value uninterrupted production, efficiency, and safety. These clients require new, premium, and stable equipment, making investment in high-quality assets an industry necessity.

FOOEN: A Trusted Name in Oil-Free Rental

As one of China’s leading oil-free compressor rental providers, FOOEN is committed to delivering high-quality equipment and professional service. Our solutions play a vital role in supporting stable and efficient industrial operations, earning the trust of clients across a wide range of sectors.