Air Compressors & Pumps

Here at RS, you’ll find a wide range of high-quality air compressors and pumps. Designed to help with efficient operation of pneumatic systems, our air compressors and process pumps are all highly robust and offer powerful performance in many different types of pressurized machinery.

All the components we stock are built by leading manufacturers like Festo, Norgren and SMC Corporation and meet the highest industry standards. Whether you’re building a brand-new pneumatic system or you’re working on a maintenance project, you’ll find the air pumps and compressors you need to complete the job to an exceptional standard.

Take a look at the information below to find out more about our range of air compressors, pumps and tanks.

What are air compressors and process pumps?

Air pumps and compressors are an important component of all pneumatic systems regardless of their size, as they provide a continual flow of air at the required pressure. This ensures that the mechanism always operates effectively, with no sudden drops in pressure that could potentially affect performance.

There are several types of air compressors, process pumps and air compressor receiver tanks to suit a variety of different machines. Here’s an overview of some of the components available:

Air reservoirs

Also known as air receiver tanks or air compressor receiver tanks, these collect and store air which is then delivered into the pneumatic system when needed. Air reservoirs help to regulate the overall pressure in the system by providing a regular flow of pressurized air, thereby ensuring the machine can operate continually.

Air compressors

These are integral to most pneumatic systems as they are usually the main source of air flow used to power a range of components such as motors, pumps and cylinders. Typically, air compressors work by pushing air or gas into an air receiver tank, which creates a rise in pressure in the system. The pressurized air is then used as and when necessary.

Air pumps

Another important element of pneumatics, as they are used to pump the air or gas through the system. There are various types of air pumps such as diaphragm pumps, process pumps and vacuum pumps that are suited to different machinery. For instance, vacuum pumps are often used in air conditioning units and semiconductors.

Each of the air receiver tanks, process pumps and compressors we stock are built by reputable manufacturers. You can refine your search by brand by using the filters on the left-hand side of the page, as well as search by series and current stock levels. You can also sort by the most popular, price, part number and more to make your search quick and easy. Whichever components you choose for your project, rest assured they are durable, efficient and cost-effective.

Why choose RS for your air pumps and compressors?

As one of the leading authorized distributors of air compressors and process pumps in North America, you can trust that you’ll find everything you need here at RS. We have a full range of components needed for building and maintaining pneumatic systems, all offering exceptional value for money.

Our air receiver tanks and other components come from some of the best manufacturers in the industry, such as Festo, Norgren, Fluke, RS Pro, SMC Corporation and more. This means you can be confident that they are built to last and will provide solid performance in a range of pressurized systems.

If you need any help with choosing an air compressor receiver tank or any other pneumatic components, don’t hesitate to contact us. Alternatively, you can get tips and advice in our expert hub.