Air Compressors for the Medical Industry
Serving healthcare facilities across South Wales and the West - including Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bristol, Stroud, and Swindon - Control Gear provides fully compliant medical air systems built on Atlas Copco technology.
The MHRA says that medical air is a type of medicine. That means that every cubic metre must meet the highest standards of purity to keep patients safe and meet the CQC and HTM 02-01 standards.
We design, install, and maintain medical air systems that deliver total reliability and peace of mind, helping hospitals, dental practices, and laboratories stay compliant 24/7.
Why Medical Air Purity is Critical
Your medical air plant must provide a multi-stage purification process to remove four primary contaminants. Failure to remove any of them puts patients at direct risk.
| Contaminant | Impact on Patients | Impact on Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Water / Moisture | Promotes microbial growth, leading to infection risk. | Causes pipe corrosion and valve failure. |
| Oil Aerosols/Vapour | Toxic exposure, lung tissue damage, contamination. | Clogs sensitive sensors and fouls filters. |
| Solid Particles | Introduction of foreign matter into the lungs or wounds. | Abrasive wear on tools and mechanisms. |
| Microorganisms | Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs), biofilm. | Contamination of sterile surgical tools. |
Meeting Every UK Medical Air Standard
Your medical air system must meet strict UK standards. We design, install, and maintain systems that ensure you achieve and maintain full compliance.
Our systems meet every major UK medical air regulation:
- HTM 02-01: Full compliance with N+1 redundancy and the mandatory –46°C dew-point requirement.
- ISO 8573-1 Class 0: Guarantees zero oil contamination from the compressor. This is the highest of all ISO 8573-1 Compressed Air Purity Standards.
- PSSR 2000: Full management of your Written Scheme of Examination (WSE).
- BS EN 12021: Certified breathing air quality testing for respiratory safety.
The Right Technology for Medical Applications
As an Atlas Copco Premier Distributor, we use pre-certified medical solutions engineered to meet all UK compliance standards.
- ZT/ZR Oil-Free Rotary Screw Compressors: 2.4 – 315 kW, up to 13 bar(g). Designed for 24/7 operation in central hospital plant rooms.
- SF-MED Oil-Free Scroll Compressors: Provides quiet, compact, and 100% oil-free air, ideal for dental clinics and laboratories.
- Medical Air Treatment: Multi-stage filtration (particulate, activated carbon, bacterial) and medical-grade desiccant dryers to guarantee the –46°C PDP.
- SMARTLINK Monitoring: Remote diagnostics for predictive maintenance, alerting our engineers to issues before they cause downtime.
Why Choose Control Gear for Medical Air Compliance
- Protect Patient Safety: Air that is 100% oil-free and meets all MHRA and CQC standards for medical use.
- Ensure Full Compliance: We cover all of HTM 02-01, ISO 8573-1, and PSSR 2000.
- Save Energy: Atlas Copco VSD+ systems can cut power use by as much as 35%.
- Stay Supported: Get Guardian Service Plans with a set price and 24/7 emergency coverage.
- Local Expertise: Our F-Gas certified engineers support NHS Trusts and private facilities across South Wales and the West.
Supporting All UK Healthcare Applications
Our multi-sector expertise ensures we specify the right system for your exact clinical needs.
- Hospitals (NHS & Private): Powering life-support ventilators, anaesthesia delivery, surgical tools, and CSSD sterilisation.
- Dental Practices: 100% oil-free air for high-speed handpieces and air-water syringes, crucial for preventing restoration failure.
- Laboratories & Pharma: Powering precision instruments and maintaining cleanroom environments, similar to Air Compressors for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
- Veterinary Clinics: Systems for on-site oxygen generation, anaesthesia, and drying surgical instruments.
Keep your medical air system safe, compliant, and reliable. Contact our engineers today to arrange a compliance audit or maintenance visit.
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