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Built for the pressure: Atlas Copco's DrillAir portable air compressors and high-pressure boosters support pipeline integrity in Romania
2025年4月14日
To test the limits of a pipeline, you need to trust the machines behind the pressure. On the shores of the Black Sea, Atlas Copco’s portable air solutions prove their strength in one of Romania’s most important infrastructure projects. Atlas Copco’s DrillAir portable air compressors and boosters are designed for demanding environments. With working pressures up to 90 bar, they’re ideal for rigorous pipeline testing and inspection.
Reviving history: Atlas Copco’s portable air compressor powers restoration of Prague’s Šítkov Weir
2025年3月19日
For centuries, the Šítkov Weir, an historic dam altering the flow of the Vltava river, has stood as a silent witness to Prague’s rich evolving history. Now, this 16th-century landmark is undergoing a transformative restoration powered by Atlas Copco’s XAS 88-7 portable air compressor, seamlessly merging heritage preservation with modern engineering.
A leap forward in efficient and reliable lighting solutions with the second generation of Atlas Copco solar light towers
2025年3月6日
Atlas Copco has launched the second generation of solar light towers, the HiLight MS 4 and MS 5, a groundbreaking development in their commitment to providing the market with efficient, safe, and dependable lighting solutions for operators in a wide range of applications from events to oil and gas, construction, and mining.
Powering Portugal’s marble industry with Atlas Copco’s electric E-Air compressors
2025年2月12日
In Portugal’s Alentejo region, Solubema Quarry faces some harsh operational challenges. Extreme temperatures and pervasive dust are met with Atlas Copco’s E-Air H250 VSD portable air compressors, prioritising efficiency, reliability and mobility in marble extraction.
Power meets precision: Atlas Copco drives water well drilling in Turkey
2024年12月6日
Uzman Sondaj, an underground and underwater exploration specialist in Karaman, Turkey, leverages Atlas Copco’s Stage V portable air compressors to achieve high performance, fuel efficiency, and reliability – even in the most demanding drilling environments.
Atlas Copco X-Air+ 750-25 portable air compressor: Redefining drilling efficiency in the UK and France
2024年12月3日
Imagine a portable air compressor compact enough to fit on a standard trailer yet robust enough to power through the toughest geothermal drilling projects. That’s the X-Air+ 750-25, Atlas Copco’s latest innovation in its DrillAir family. Two recent applications in the UK and France illustrate how this compact powerhouse is redefining drilling standards in vastly different environments.
Atlas Copco WEDA electric dewatering pumps optimise lithium extraction process at Chilean mine
2024年9月26日
A mine in northern Chile has doubled its lithium extraction rate since installing Atlas Copco’s WEDA drainage pumps. Operators at the South American mine wanted to improve their lithium extraction process and turned to Atlas Copco’s distribution partner, TRILE, for expert advice and a reliable solution. In addition to optimising its process, the mine has also reduced its maintenance costs by 60%.
Atlas Copco energy storage systems optimize the power supply at Primavera Sound 2024 Barcelona
2024年8月30日
In a disruptive initiative for the event industry, Atlas Copco and Morillo Energy Rent, with vast experience in delivering energy solutions, have successfully implemented an innovative energy solution based on energy storage systems at the Primavera Sound 2024 (Barcelona) music festival.
Atlas Copco extends its WEDA submersible pump range to meet the demands of 21st century dewatering tasks in mining and construction.
2024年7月18日
Atlas Copco Power and Flow has launched four new models of WEDA electric submersible pumps in response to increased requirements on dewatering pump wear resistance and autonomous operation.
Critical dewatering operations ensure on-time delivery of bridge construction project in the Philippines
2024年7月5日
Atlas Copco’s footprint and expertise have improved critical dewatering operations on a strategic infrastructure project in The Philippines. The Dipolog-Dapitan bridge project is one of several development initiatives on the island of Mindanao, intended to boost economic growth in the region. Despite high levels of rainfall, safe working conditions have been maintained and the project has been kept on schedule through the deployment of Atlas Copco dewatering pumps.
Overcoming extreme challenges in Chile's vertical mines with Atlas Copco portable air compressors
2024年5月29日
At over 4,000 meters above sea level, Atlas Copco’s portable air compressors are lifting vertical mining operations to new heights; providing the essential toughness, precision and power required for such a high-intensity application.
Atlas Copco enhances its customer solutions with a new range of portable nitrogen membrane generators
2024年3月19日
The new portable nitrogen series redefines nitrogen generation, delivering tailored nitrogen solutions for all tough environments. It promises unparalleled purity, efficiency, and resilience, strengthening Atlas Copco’s position as a full-service provider.
Atlas Copco unveils X-Air⁺ 750-25: more efficiency and power out half the size of its predecessor
2024年2月27日
Atlas Copco has launched a groundbreaking addition to its portable air compressors DrillAir family: the X-Air⁺ 750-25. This advanced product marks a leap forward in highly productive and efficient portable air solutions.
Atlas Copco’s ZBC energy storage systems enable music festivals in Spain to significantly reduce their carbon footprint
2024年1月18日
Four Atlas Copco ZBC 250-575 energy storage systems have been touring Spain this summer, enabling Europe's leading music festivals to reduce their carbon footprint. Contractors have been searching for an alternative solution to meet their power needs while also cutting costs and meeting emission regulations.
Atlas Copco’s Energy Storage System wins Environmental Product of the Year Award
2023年12月15日
Atlas Copco’s ZBC energy storage systems have won the prestigious ‘Environmental Product of The Year’ award in the Association of Manufacturers and suppliers of Power generating Systems (AMPS) Excellence awards.
Atlas Copco ZBP energy storage system optimizes electric crane use in hospital construction site
2023年11月29日
Atlas Copco has supplied a reliable ZBP energy storage system (ESS) to efficiently power cranes at a construction site of a hospital in Alentejo, in southern-central Portugal. ACCIONA, the Spanish multinational company managing the project, has used the battery-based storage system to set up a hybrid solution with a power generator to optimize the environmental footprint of the crane’s electric motor, achieving significant fuel, energy and lifecycle savings.
Atlas Copco to power the world’s first national fully electric touring car championship
2023年10月26日
The Scandinavian Touring Car Championship (STCC) will become the first national racing series in the world to compete with electric touring cars. Key to enabling this transformation are Atlas Copco ZBC battery-based energy storage systems, which will be used to recharge the electric cars.
Swedish consortium joins initiative to electrify the US construction industry
2023年10月5日
Atlas Copco Group, Husqvarna Construction, and Volvo Construction Equipment will team up with the Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative to showcase fully electrified construction of green infrastructure in the US.
Enhance your portable air compressor experience: top 7 mistakes to avoid
2023年9月8日
You can’t always control the external conditions your portable air compressor will be faced with – but you can make sure it is tough enough for any challenge. Here are seven common tough conditions your air compressor might have to deal with. But fear not, solutions are available.
Atlas Copco WEDA submersible pumps ensure the viability of operations in an open pit gold mine in the Philippines
2023年4月10日
Power Systems Incorporated (PSI) Deutz Division, Atlas Copco’s exclusive distributor for WEDA electric submersible pumps in the Philippines, has delivered two units of the recently launched WEDA D95 and six of WEDA D50N to a big player in the national mining industry. These robust and reliable pumps are working at an open pit gold mine in Surigao del Norte, in the island province of Caraga, Philippines, enabling the diversion of ground and runoff water.
Atlas Copco and Airlif Compressors deliver toughest mobile compressed air solution for opencast mines in South Africa
2023年3月28日
Atlas Copco Power Technique and Airlif Compressors & Pumps have collaborated to supply ultra-tough and reliable U110PACE air compressor units for demanding opencast mine projects across Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Atlas Copco inaugurates dedicated production line for electric portable air compressor in Belgium
2023年2月13日
The first of its kind in the company’s facilities in Antwerp, the new all-electric production line has cut lead times for deliveries of plug-in portable compressors by 50%, accelerating the wider sustainable transformation.
Atlas Copco's electric E-Air compressor plays vital role in cost reduction during shotblasting operations in UK
2023年1月25日
For more than 30 years, RJ Webb Commercials has specialized in the complete repair and restoration of vehicles. To prepare any vehicle properly for restoring to its former glory, the Welsh company is conducting shotblasting work to clean, descale and properly prepare the surface for the restoration, ensuring the best possible finish.
Electric portable air compressors drive renewable revamp of biomass plant
2022年6月7日
In the south-west of Germany, a biomass power plant underwent a planned biannual maintenance shutdown. IB Service, industrial maintenance specialist, used zero carbon electric portable air compressors from Atlas Copco to sustainably drive the plant’s transformation.
Emission-free compressor assists rock stabilization works in Bastei’s national park, Germany
2022年5月17日
Imagine a fairytale bridge, nested in a spectacular rock formation of a nature reserve in Saxony, Germany. This is the site where Jähnig GmbH Felssicherung handles an extensive rock stabilization project that will ensure visitors’ safety. The company relies on an Atlas Copco electric mobile compressor, which is completely emission-free, quiet, and exactly the right fit for their pneumatic equipment.
Atlas Copco Portable Air launches E-Air campaign ‘Your Silent Partner’
2022年5月5日
Focusing on how the company is investing in the sustainability of its products for the benefit of customers, the communication campaign promotes the electric E-Air compressor as a ‘silent partner for the toughest conditions’.
Atlas Copco takes sustainability, productivity, and efficiency to new levels with its hybrid power solutions
2022年4月12日
The new range of Energy Storage Systems from Atlas Copco maximizes sustainability for operators by working in hybrid mode with efficient diesel-driven generators. This solution helps them cover power peaks and low loads – extending their lifespan and providing a rapid return on investment (ROI).
Atlas Copco digitalizes its customer interaction
2021年12月14日
Atlas Copco’s Power Technique business area adapts its marketing activities to an increasingly digital world. As a leading industrial brand, it has always focused on a customer-centered approach in its marketing activities. Our interaction has evolved drastically in the past two years; the business area embraces a more digital customer journey.
Portable Air division provides more than 600 portable compressors to Boels Rental
2021年11月17日
Boels Rental, one of the most renowned equipment rental companies in Europe, has placed an order at the Portable Air division for more than 600 portable air compressors, both Stage V diesel units, and E-Air VSD electric mobile compressors.
Atlas Copco's ZenergiZe Energy Storage Systems receive Matexpo Innovation Award
2021年9月20日
Atlas Copco Power Technique Belgium has showcased its ZenergiZe Energy Storage Systems at stand B52 of the Matexpo exhibition in Kortrijk (Belgium). The ground-breaking energy storage system from Atlas Copco has won the third prize of the Matexpo Innovation Award.
Electrifying rental fleet for cleaner compressed air and lower running costs
2021年6月21日
When Atlas Copco launched their first electric mobile compressor, Arentis, an industrial equipment rental company in the Netherlands, didn’t hesitate to take the compressor into their fleet. Arentis and its customer explain how electrifying their compressor fleet contributes to cleaner and more cost-efficient operation.
Brazilian granite quarry relies on Atlas Copco compressors’ rock-solid reliability
2021年6月18日
Brazil: that is coffee and carnival. But also natural stone of the highest quality. DAPAZ natural stones is a family-owned company that has been quarrying high-quality granite for over 50 years. Atlas Copco’s compressors are the rock-solid solution DAPAZ needs or its daily operations.
Atlas Copco TwinPower powers the production of Jasmine Water and Beverages Factory Ltd. Co in Saudi Arabia
2021年3月15日
When Jasmine Water and Beverages Factory Ltd Co, a large water and beverage factory based 120km west from Riyadh city, needed a reliable and uninterrupted power supply for its 24/7 operations, they turned to Atlas Copco’s partner GCC Olayan for a solution.
Atlas Copco expands Versatility range of mobile compressors with four new models
2021年2月3日
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
2021年1月28日
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
2021年1月26日
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.
Atlas Copco’s generator distributor in Belgium, on the QAC TwinPower
2021年1月5日
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.
Stage V compliant small diesel compressor range released
2020年11月18日
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
2020年11月16日
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
2020年11月12日
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.
HiLight H6+, a light tower to rise illumination while reducing noise and operational costs
2020年9月22日
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
2020年9月17日
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
2020年9月8日
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.
Rental company upgrades fleet with XAS 88 compressor
2020年5月28日
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.
HiLight H5+ light towers illuminate the way for the construction of the Greece-Bulgaria gas pipeline
2020年5月25日
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 QAS generators boost snowmaking capacity of Chile ski resort
2020年5月25日
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.
Full commitment in emergency times
2020年3月10日
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.
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).
2019年7月23日
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.
Atlas Copco’s intuitive, easy-to-use Smart Air Xc4004 controller puts users in complete control
2019年5月24日
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).
Atlas Copco completes its portfolio of WEDA submersible dewatering pumps
2019年1月29日
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 lights up Diwali celebrations
2018年5月8日
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
2018年4月16日
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.
Atlas Copco combines PACE technology with HardHat® on updated XATS 138 portable compressor
2017年11月28日
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.