Oil-Free Nitrogen Generators
Take Control of Your Nitrogen Supply
Right now, your nitrogen supply could depend on bottled or bulk nitrogen, deliveries, storage, and third party suppliers. That means your production is tied to external schedules, not your actual demand, and supply risk becomes part of your operation.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we help you move away from that model with on site nitrogen generation. Instead of relying on cylinders or bulk nitrogen, you produce nitrogen directly on site, giving you full control over your nitrogen gas supply. This shift removes transport delays, reduces waste, and ensures a continuous supply of nitrogen gas aligned with your process. You are no longer managing logistics, you are running your own nitrogen generation system.
The result is simple. More control, improved reliability, and long term cost savings across your production environment.
What Is On Site Nitrogen Generation
On site nitrogen generation uses compressed air from the atmosphere to produce nitrogen gas. Instead of importing gas, you generate nitrogen on demand using a nitrogen generator built into your system.
Air contains nitrogen molecules, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and water vapour. A nitrogen generation system separates these gases through a controlled separation process, delivering pure nitrogen at the required nitrogen purity level.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we design on site nitrogen generators to match your required flow, pressure, and purity. This ensures the nitrogen produced meets your application requirements without over sizing or inefficiency.
You gain a reliable supply of generated nitrogen, without reliance on bottled nitrogen or bulk nitrogen deliveries. It becomes a controlled part of your process, not an external dependency.
How a Nitrogen Generation System Works
A nitrogen generation system works by taking compressed air and separating nitrogen from other gases. The system includes an air compressor, filtration, drying, and a separation unit that isolates nitrogen molecules.
Dry compressed air is critical. Moisture, oil, and contaminants must be removed before separation, as they affect nitrogen purity and system performance. This is where correct system design directly impacts reliability.
Once treated, the air enters the generator where nitrogen is separated from oxygen and carbon dioxide. The system then delivers high purity nitrogen gas at the required pressure and flow rate.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we ensure each stage of the system is correctly sized and integrated. That gives you optimal performance, stable output, and a nitrogen supply that meets your operational demand.
The Technologies Behind Nitrogen Generation
Pressure Swing Adsorption
Pressure swing adsorption, or PSA technology, is used to produce ultra high purity nitrogen. The process uses carbon molecular sieves to adsorb oxygen under pressure, allowing nitrogen to pass through.
This adsorption process delivers high nitrogen purity suitable for critical industrial applications such as chemical processing and heat treatment. Where high purity nitrogen gas is required, PSA is the standard.
At Mobile Compressed Air, PSA nitrogen generators are specified where consistency and purity cannot vary. This ensures reliable supply and stable production in environments where performance is critical.
The benefit is control. You produce high purity nitrogen on site, with predictable output and reduced reliance on external supply.
Membrane Nitrogen Generation
Membrane nitrogen systems use membrane technology to separate gases based on how quickly they pass through fibres. Oxygen, carbon dioxide, and water vapour move faster, leaving nitrogen behind.
This membrane unit creates a continuous supply of nitrogen gas with fewer moving parts. It is a cost efficient solution for applications that do not require ultra high purity nitrogen.
At Mobile Compressed Air, membrane nitrogen generators are widely applied across industrial applications where efficiency and reliability are the priority. They provide a practical solution across a wide spectrum of uses.
You reduce initial investment and system complexity while still maintaining a reliable nitrogen supply matched to your process requirements.
Oil Free Air and Why It Matters
The performance of your nitrogen generator depends on the quality of the compressed air entering the system. Contaminants such as oil and moisture directly reduce nitrogen purity and system efficiency.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we supply oil free air compressors to eliminate contamination at the source. This ensures dry compressed air enters the generator, supporting consistent nitrogen production and high purity output.
This is critical in industries such as food packaging, manufacturing, and fire suppression systems, where gas quality directly affects safety and product integrity.
Clean air delivers consistent results. Your nitrogen generation system performs as expected, with fewer issues and improved long term reliability.
A Complete Nitrogen System, Built Properly
Most problems with nitrogen generation systems come from poor integration. Mismatched compressors, incorrect flow rates, and poor air treatment reduce efficiency and increase operating costs.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we supply complete nitrogen gas generators as part of a fully integrated system. Compressors, dryers, filters, and generators are selected together to ensure optimal performance.
We supply German engineered Kaeser air compressors and nitrogen generators from Novair, supported locally with parts and service.
You get a system that is engineered, installed, and maintained by one team. That removes gaps between suppliers and ensures consistent performance over time.
Built as One Integrated System
A nitrogen system performs best when every component is designed to work together. When systems are built from separate suppliers, inefficiencies build across pressure, flow, and energy use.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we deliver integrated nitrogen generation systems that align compressors, gas generators, and air treatment. This ensures stable operation and efficient energy use.
You are not managing multiple systems. You are operating one complete process designed around your site conditions.
This reduces downtime, improves efficiency, and supports long term reliability across your nitrogen production.
Designed Around Your Operation
Every site has different requirements. Demand, pressure, nitrogen purity, and application all influence how the system should be configured.
At Mobile Compressed Air, we assess your site conditions, production requirements, and operating environment before specifying equipment. This ensures your nitrogen generator is correctly sized and matched to your process.
This approach avoids wasted energy and unnecessary cost. You get the capacity you need, without over investing in equipment that is not required.
The result is an efficient, reliable nitrogen generation system that supports your production without compromise.
One Supplier, Full Accountability
Working with multiple suppliers often leads to delays, miscommunication, and unclear responsibility. When problems occur, resolution takes longer and impacts production.
At Mobile Compressed Air, you work with one team across the full system lifecycle. From initial enquiry through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing service, everything is managed in-house.
You get clear communication, fast response times, and full accountability for performance. There are no gaps between design, supply, and support.
That means fewer disruptions, better reliability, and a nitrogen supply you can depend on long term.