Ash Air: Pioneering Compressed Air Excellence Since 1979

With a legacy dating back to 1979, Ash Air has been a consistent force in delivering high-performance compressed air systems, industrial gas solutions, and vacuum pumps in New Zealand. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has made us a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and cutting-edge industrial solutions.

Driving Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:

For over four decades, Ash Air has been a pioneer in promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. Our seasoned team continues to intelligently analyze and identify systems that not only meet the immediate needs of our clients but also contribute to a greener and more sustainable future for industries across New Zealand.


Tailored Solutions Rooted in Experience:

With an extensive history in the industry, Ash Air brings a wealth of experience to every project. Our dedication to providing innovative and flexible solutions, tailored to the unique needs of each facility and industry, reflects our deep understanding of the ever-evolving dynamics of the industrial sector.

Nationwide Sales and Service:

Ash Air proudly offers nationwide sales and service, ensuring that our expertise and solutions are accessible to businesses throughout New Zealand. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond products to encompass a comprehensive service network, providing ongoing support and maintenance to optimize the performance of our clients' compressed air systems.

A Comprehensive Approach to Business Longevity:

Throughout our journey since 1979, Ash Air has been dedicated to ensuring the longevity of businesses through intelligent system analysis and forward-thinking solutions. By staying ahead of the curve in industrial technologies, we empower our clients to not only navigate current challenges but also prepare for the future.

As we celebrate our enduring legacy, Ash Air remains focused on driving positive change in the industrial sector. With a foundation built on expertise and innovation, we look forward to continuing our mission of empowering industries across New Zealand with efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions.

Ash Air's journey since 1979 is a testament to our commitment to excellence. As we celebrate our legacy, we extend our appreciation to our clients, partners, and the dedicated team that has been instrumental in our success. Here's to the continued transformation of industries and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

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We are part of the strongest compressed air group in the world, representing iconic international brands Chicago Pneumatic, ALUP and Pneumatech, offering the New Zealand market well-designed, innovative products direct from factory in Belgium and Italy. Ash Air Services are available 24/7, anytime, anywhere! We have more than 40 qualified service engineers working throughout the country, and with nationwide support, we're here for you and your business' longevity around the clock.

We take pride in the quality of our service and in our dedication to help our customers solve their problems. This is why we are considered a business partner by our customers!  With coverage over all regions throughout the country, over 100 staff, and hundreds of years of combined experience, you can count on us to deliver second-to-none service and sustainable solutions that increase customer productivity.

We're here when you need us

Ash Air has been around in New Zealand since 1979, and we’ve grown into a nationwide company with international support and a reputation for quality and reliability.We look after all things compressed air for your business!




5,500+

Businesses all over New Zealand trust us to set-up, upgrade, and look after their compressed air and vacuum systems.



Nationwide coverage

Strategically located service centres throughout New Zealand, so you’ll never be caught without the back up you need for your business’ success.


40+ 

Highly skilled and dedicated technicians and sales engineers throughout the country providing exceptional service strategically.


100% support

We have helped our customers save costs, improve performance and achieve maximum efficiency for the longevity of their operations.



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Who we are and how Ash Air can help your business!

Ash Air has been around in New Zealand since 1979, and we’ve grown into a nationwide company with international support and a reputation for quality and reliability.We look after all things compressed air for your business!

  • Rotary Screw and Piston Air Compressors
  • Vacuum Pumps and Blowers
  • Nitrogen Generation
  • An extensive line of Air Treatment components
  • AIRnet Piping System and  Filtration
  • Mobile Compressors, Generators, and Light Towers

Ash Air's range of Chicago Pneumatic, ALUP, Pneumatech, and Atlas Copco products are used extensively around the world in industries ranging from oil and gas to food, automotive and farming, and we bring you these world-class compressors here in the land of the long white cloud.Our technicians are compressed air equipment experts and are dedicated to addressing customer needs. Supported with nationwide coverage, Ash Air offers one of the widest selections of compressed air, vacuum pump, and industrial gas equipment and parts available today in New Zealand.

Reliability and Efficiency

With Ash Air, you can count on reliability and high performance for even the most demanding applications. We focus our efforts on the following:

  • Increasing uptime
  • Reducing unexpected repairs
  • Reducing energy consumption and meeting our sustainability goals
  • Improving the cleanliness of compressed air


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Here at Ash Air, we are proud to be opportunity employer. Infact, we have 30% female representation across the entire company. For a male dominated industry, we're very proud of this. Ash Air has representation in our National Warehouse, Branches and Head Office locations with administrators, accounts, schedulers, sales and service engineers, and managers roles throughout the country. …


Ash Air is proud to share that we have achieved the SiteWise Gold Certificate award.

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And that's a wrap! Ash Air attended EMEX 2022, recently held on Tuesday 31st May - Thursday 2nd June, situated in Hall 2, stand #2020. It was an epic three days, with a team of regional sales engineers answering questions and meeting many new prospective and current customers...


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The people of Ash Air is what makes our company great. We have a world of experience behind us with all kinds of people from many backgrounds. The one thing we all have in common is that we are passionate about what we do and love new challenges. Each day brings us new opportunities to grow, both as individuals and professionals. Here we chat to our Waikato Sales Engineer, Jonathan Young,
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