News and events

Atlas Copco expands Versatility range of mobile compressors with four new models

February 3, 2021

Atlas Copco has extended its Versatility range of mobile compressors with the launch of XAS 188-10 PACE, XAS 188-14 PACE, XAS 288-10 PACE, and XAS 238-14 PACE. With this addition, Atlas Copco’s Versatile range offers operators optimal fuel efficiency and increased productivity. The new models are Stage V compliant and built for harsh environments, such as construction, quarrying, mining, and demolition sites, thanks to Atlas Copco’s Hardhat® canopy.

Atlas Copco’s QAS 5 helps Krill Generadores safeguard the Spanish communication system and the power grid

January 28, 2021

The arrival of storm Filomena threatened the Spanish communication system and the power grid. Krill Generadores, a specialist in emergency assistance, provided four portable QAS 5 generators from Atlas Copco to overcome these challenging times.

Air Plus, Atlas Copco’s distributor in Belgium, sharing its experience with the QAC TwinPower range

January 26, 2021

Mark Adams, Sales & Marketing Director at Air Plus, shares his experience with the latest TwinPower Stage V solution. At Air Plus headquarters in Zemst, Belgium, Adams explains why their customers have decided to work with Atlas Copco’s QAC TwinPower generators before relying on other options.

W.A.C McCandless Territory & Product Portfolio Increase

January 26, 2021

Atlas Copco Power Technique is pleased to announce that their partnership with W.A.C. McCandless is to be increased in both products supplied and geographical location.

E-Air electric mobile compressors

January 13, 2021

Wondering whether electric compressors are the solution for you? Once you have access to the grid, electric compressors will cut your operation costs in half! Find out more.

Atlas Copco’s generator distributor in Belgium, on the QAC TwinPower

January 5, 2021

Filip Maes, Fimatec CEO & Owner, shares his experience with the unique TwinPower Stage V solution. At Fimatec premises in Waregem, Belgium, Anja Wiehoff, West Europe Communications Manager at Atlas Copco, and Maes discuss the virtues of the QAC TwinPower generator range.

How compressors prevent fire during harvesting

December 11, 2020

A large wheat and sheep farm in Australia relies on a U190 PACE compressor to clean their large harvesting equipment. Read more about how compressed air prevents fire in agriculture.

Stage V compliant small diesel compressor range released

November 18, 2020

In response to the upcoming regulation, Atlas Copco has upgraded its popular 8 Series of air compressors to meet the most stringent emission norms for construction and road equipment, making it the cleanest range on the market. In addition to greener operation, the compressors now feature innovative new technologies that help cut operating costs and improve productivity, with 25 percent less fuel consumption.

7 questions rental companies should ask before buying a new mobile compressor

November 16, 2020

Do you run your own equipment rental company and have to decide on which compressor to take in your fleet? Or perhaps you’re often relying on rental equipment to run your own business and you want to know what to look out for. These are 7 questions will help you to choose the next compressor for your rental fleet.

The XAS 188 portable air compressor offers an ideal solution for the construction industry

November 12, 2020

Atlas Copco has developed a new portable compressor solution for the US and Canadian markets. It is ideally suited for the construction industry and features best in class efficiency, easy servicing and an integrated controller. The XAS 188 was designed with input from local customers and is manufactured in the US, making it a perfect match for local conditions.

Atlas Copco's Generator Specialist Paul Webster Elected onto AMPS Council

September 30, 2020

HiLight H6+, a light tower to rise illumination while reducing noise and operational costs

September 22, 2020

The new light tower from Atlas Copco offers low operational costs and reduced noise levels while increasing illumination coverage. The HiLight H6+ is ideal to use in tough environments, such as applications in construction, mining, events, and rental, thanks to Atlas Copco’s innovative HardHat® body.

Atlas Copco helps Raylex create a hybrid generation system to power an autonomous communication system

September 17, 2020

When Raylex, a specialist in highly complex turnkey projects in the electricity, telecommunications, governmental, and mining sectors, needed to create an autonomous radio communications system as part of its hydroelectric project, it turned to Atlas Copco Power and Flow for a solution.

Atlas Copco’s new ZenergiZe energy storage systems deliver clean and quiet power in a compact package

September 8, 2020

Atlas Copco has launched ZenergiZe, a new range of lithium-ion energy storage systems that can be used as a standalone solution or combined with generators to create a hybrid power solution. ZenergiZe delivers zero CO2 emissions, zero noise, and have virtually zero maintenance needs, enabling operators to minimize environmental impact while benefiting from a low cost of ownership.

Atlas Copco Rods and bits for breaking tools

August 31, 2020

Rods and Bits for Pneumatic Rock Drills. Premium quality for long life and the lowest cost per meter drilled.

HiLight V5+, a reliable partner in the extreme conditions at the Iscaycruz mine in Peru

August 26, 2020

JRC, a Peruvian company dedicated to the development and construction of mining projects and infrastructure works for mining, has recently purchased six HiLight V5+ light towers from Atlas Copco.

New battery-powered LED light tower from Atlas Copco offers zero noise and emissions

August 20, 2020

Atlas Copco has introduced its first-ever battery-powered LED light tower.

New generator range leads the way for Atlas Copco Portable Energy at CONEXPO 2017

August 8, 2020

Rental company upgrades fleet with XAS 88 compressor

May 28, 2020

Exclusivas Rodriguez Espinosa SL, a rental company in Spain, selected Atlas Copco’s 8 series compressor range for it’s reliability, serviceability, and unique features like the HardHat canopy. A compressor, packed with extra’s; all under 750 kg.

Service Pump Ltd invest in Atlas Copco PAS pumps

May 28, 2020

Service Pump Ltd, the service orientated pump hire solutions specialist, has added a substantial number of Atlas Copco PAS super silent diesel pump sets to their hire fleet.

HiLight H5+ light towers illuminate the way for the construction of the Greece-Bulgaria gas pipeline

May 25, 2020

Construction Group AVAX SA has selected HiLight H5+ light towers from Atlas Copco for use on the prestigious gas interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (ICGB) construction project. These low-fuel consumption light towers are providing excellent luminosity, which is essential to ensuring workers have good visibility and can continue their operations efficiently both day and night.

Atlas Copco expands the WEDA range with the S50 Sludge pump

May 25, 2020

Fitting into the S family of WEDA sludge pumps, the new model complements the other pumps in the range in terms of specifications.

Atlas Copco QAS generators boost snowmaking capacity of Chile ski resort

May 25, 2020

To combat unseasonably low snow cover and to maintain optimal slope conditions, Ski Portillo in Chile now has five times more snowmaking capacity thanks to the installation of four Atlas Copco QAS generators powering 25 snow cannons.

Atlas Copco expands range of 60Hz diesel generators

May 25, 2020

We are pleased to announce the extension of the QES, QI and QIS ranges made in Wuxi

Energia MTC chooses Atlas Copco’s QAS generators for your power needs

May 15, 2020

Working together to deliver complete power solutions for oil and gas, construction, industrial and modular power plant operations.

The power of the 5

March 24, 2020

New QAS 5 generators offer reduced noise, emissions, footprints and TCO plus faster paralleling

Atlas Copco launches compact and lightweight mobile compressors for utility trucks

March 10, 2020

Lean and light Atlas Copco utility compressor integrated on road signalization vehicles

March 10, 2020

A utility compressor can supply air on road signalization vehicles in Portugal

Full commitment in emergency times

March 10, 2020

The scenario left by the flooding and mudslides was devastating caused by ‘Fenonemo del Niño’ in the Peruvian coast. The emergency asked for a quick response and Atlas Copco replied with technology, technical knowledge and enthusiastic solidarity from their workers.

Coal mine switches to Atlas Copco LED light towers

March 10, 2020

Predictable power on the move

November 7, 2019

The QES generator range was expanded with 6 new models.

RTEX rewrites the profitability rulebook

November 7, 2019

RTEX reduces energy consumption by 50% whilst being 25% lighter paired with great ergonomics.

Red Dot award for HardHat design

October 16, 2019

Atlas Copco’s range of HardHat portable compressors has been distinguished with the renowned red dot award for outstanding product design.

Geotechnical drilling company saves 20% on fuel thanks to new DrillAir compressors

August 20, 2019

When two competitor units needed replacing, Cimentaciones Abando, Spain, took a new Atlas Copco DrillAir compressor out for a field test and quickly noticed considerable fuel savings.

Hospital powered by Atlas Copco generators

August 20, 2019

Process optimization

August 19, 2019

Heijmans using Fleetlink to optimize road paving processes

Atlas Copco welcomes Vital Power as an authorised distributor for its QIS Generator range

July 25, 2019

The Atlas Copco E-Air H250 VSD electric mobile compressor was awarded “Best product” by the Australian Hire and Rental Association in their annual Hire Industry Excellence awards (HRIA Awards).

July 23, 2019

It was Atlas Copco’s dealer, Redstar, who enrolled with Atlas Copco’s newest electric mobile compressor, which features a very energy-efficient permanent magnet motor and ruggedized design. With the award, the world of rental companies embraces an electric mobile compressor as innovative solution for the industry.

A well-packaged solution for Australia’s newest well servicing rig

July 1, 2019

When Easternwell, a well servicing and drilling company in Australia, had to expand their fleet of workover rigs, Atlas Copco’s compact TwinAir compressors and boosters proved to be unique in the market.

New distribution partnership with Pump & Plant Services Ltd

June 21, 2019

Atlas Copco Power and Flow is proud to announce its new partnership with Pump & Plant Services Ltd, which specialises in hiring and selling industrial pumps, diesel generators and lighting towers.

Atlas Copco boosts efficiency of DrillAir compressors with Stage V compatible diesel engines

May 24, 2019

Atlas Copco has introduced Stage V compliant diesel engines to its DrillAir range of high-pressure portable compressors

Atlas Copco expands light tower range with HiLight V4W

May 24, 2019

Atlas Copco launches Power Technique business area

May 24, 2019

Atlas Copco introduces new WEDA+ dewatering pump range

May 24, 2019

Atlas Copco launches XAT/VS 238-288 compressors that are 27% smaller and 10% more energy-efficient

May 24, 2019

Atlas Copco launches XAT/VS 238-288 compressors that are 27% smaller and 10% more energy-efficient

Atlas Copco launches mobile electric Variable Speed Drive compressor range, made for tough environments

May 24, 2019

Throughout 2019, Atlas Copco will introduce several mobile electric Variable Speed Drive (VSD) air compressors to its E-Air range: from 250 up to 1100 cfm.

Atlas Copco’s intuitive, easy-to-use Smart Air Xc4004 controller puts users in complete control

May 24, 2019

Atlas Copco is set to launch the new Smart Air Xc4004 controller on all its large and specialty air compressors with flows from 20 to 128 m3/min (700 to 4500 cfm) and pressures up to 345 bar (5000 psi).

Plantworx Innovation Awards 2019

April 10, 2019

Atlas Copco to showcase latest innovations in clean drive technology at BAUMA 2019

March 27, 2019

At BAUMA 2019 Atlas Copco is set to unveil new sustainable portable air, power and flow equipment that reduces operational expenditure through enhanced clean drive technology, connectivity and versatility.

New QAS VSG variable speed generator

March 27, 2019

New variable speed generator makes fuel inefficiency and low load problems a thing of the past

Atlas Copco completes its portfolio of WEDA submersible dewatering pumps

January 29, 2019

Atlas Copco Power and Flow has completed its portfolio of WEDA electric submersible dewatering pumps. They have achieved this comprehensive coverage by completing the ranges for drainage and sludge applications and adding a completely new range for slurry applications. Selection from the entire, expanded range is simplified as all models are classified by application and type of fluid that they handle.

Atlas Copco has acquired IPV, a German pump distributor

January 9, 2019

Atlas Copco has acquired German Industrie Pumpen Vertriebs GmbH (IPV). The company is a distributor of industrial pumps for the Varisco brand.

QAS 5, the NEW generation of QAS range

December 4, 2018

A new generation is ready. Are you?

Utility compressor range extended

September 14, 2018

Atlas Copco expands range of air compressors for utility trucks with launch of three new models below 500 kg.

New QAS 630 generator launched

September 14, 2018

Introducing the new QA 630

Red Dot awards for mobile air compressor and light tower 2017

June 15, 2018

Atlas Copco, a leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions, has won two prestigious Red Dot Design Awards for 2017 for portable compressors and a LED light tower.

Atlas Copco wins the ERA Technical Committee Award

May 24, 2018

Powering the Future: New Products in 2018 (china)

May 8, 2018

Atlas Copco adds new compressor to 8 Series range complete with a built-in generator

May 8, 2018

Atlas Copco lights up Diwali celebrations

May 8, 2018

Every autumn thousands of people visit the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Neasden temple) in London to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu ‘Festival of Light’. This year the festival organisers chose Atlas Copco’s LED HiLight towers to light up the walkways, pavements and areas around the temple.

Atlas Copco Power Technique unveils vision for Powering the Future of global industry

April 16, 2018

The leadership team of the Atlas Copco Power Technique business area has presented a strategic vision outlining how mega-trends such as digitalisation and the construction of smart cities will be powered by cleaner and more connected energy source technologies.

New QAC 1450 TwinPower™ generator offers double the power and twice the versatility for MPP applications

March 21, 2018

RER Innovative Product Award for XAS 110

March 19, 2018

Atlas Copco won a 2017 Red Dot Design Award for its 8-series portable air compressors, including the XAS 110 model available in the U.S. The prestigious international awards honor outstanding product design.

Portable Energy Portfolio expanded in 2016

March 12, 2018

Atlas Copco to unveil new game-changing generators and light tower concepts at Middle East Electricity 2018

March 12, 2018

Atlas Copco launches ultra-quiet LED light tower that is designed to be seen and not heard

March 9, 2018

Atlas Copco expands QIS generators range to deliver industrial power without compromise

January 11, 2018

Atlas Copco combines PACE technology with HardHat® on updated XATS 138 portable compressor

November 28, 2017

Atlas Copco has combined its PACE technology with the legendary HardHat polyethylene canopy on the updated XATS 138 single-axle portable compressor. The new design offers construction contractors and rental fleet operators a compelling mix of toughness of versatility.

Atlas Copco adds high flow models to vastly expanded dewatering pumps portfolio

September 4, 2017

Extended QES generator range

July 27, 2017

Atlas Copco adds three new LED models to HiLight tower range

May 31, 2017

New versatile portable compressor matches air flow and pressure to application needs.

May 22, 2017

Atlas Copco introduces new plug-and-light tower

May 22, 2017

CBL Central Parts recognised for sales growth

May 15, 2017

CBL Central Parts recognised for sales growth

Introducing the new XATS 900E electric portable compressor

March 3, 2017

Atlas Copco has launched the XATS 900E, an electric portable compressor with the versatility to suit a wide range of demanding applications.

WEDA04S added to our pump offering

March 3, 2017

RTEX wins Executive Hire Show's Innovation Award

February 6, 2017

Atlas Copco's RTEX pneumatic breaker won first prize in the 2017 Executive Hire Show's Innovation Trail Award

Compact iP generators deliver portable power with low fuel consumption

February 3, 2017

Atlas Copco introduces the DrillAir Y35

February 3, 2017

A new benchmark in portable drilling efficiency

New HiLight towers; your lighting solution

January 17, 2017

No compromise, find the lighting solution for your need.

RTEX is Best of 2016

November 18, 2016

RTEX has been awarded for its high economical and ecological value for our customers

Atlas Copco expands QES generators range up to 500 kVA

January 13, 2021

Stage V compliant small air compressors

February 9, 2021

The introduction of Stage V has a significant impact on small diesel air compressors. With Atlas Copco's 8 series range, you don't only keep the benefits you are used to. We are even adding new features. Discover the entire range here.