State of the Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report

VMAC's Annual State Of The Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report

The 2026 State of the Mobile Compressed Air Industry Survey is now open. Your input directly shapes the insights, trends, and benchmarks that matter most to leaders and operators in this space. To thank you, every participant will be entered to win a $500 prepaid VISA card – a token of appreciation for your time and expertise.

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New Data on Service Fleets, Air Compressor Demand and the 2026 Business Outlook

Download VMAC’s free 2026 State of the Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report for current North American data on service trucks, mobile air compressor requirements, equipment preferences, pneumatic tools and industry confidence.

The report brings together feedback from owners, operators, mechanics, fleet professionals, service managers, upfitters and other industry decision-makers across equipment repair, construction, transportation, agriculture, utilities and related sectors.

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2026 Mobile Compressed Air Industry Highlights

The findings show an industry that remains resilient, practical and focused on improving productivity from existing vehicles and equipment.

  • 76% of respondents operate service trucks or vans.

  • 78% require less than 100 CFM for their mobile compressed air applications.

  • Nearly 3 in 4 prefer rotary screw air compressors over reciprocating compressors.

  • 90% expect business conditions to remain stable or improve during the next 12 months.

Whether you are planning a new service vehicle, reviewing mobile air compressor requirements or comparing your fleet with broader industry trends, the report provides practical data to support more informed decisions.

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The annual State of the Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report examines the trends affecting service fleets and mobile compressed air users across North America.

The report includes data on:

  • Service truck and service van fleet composition

  • Vehicle age, investment and replacement expectations

  • Mobile air compressor CFM requirements

  • Rotary screw and reciprocating compressor preferences

  • Above-deck, UNDERHOOD®, underdeck and electric-drive systems

  • Pneumatic and battery-powered tool usage

  • Electric service vehicle adoption

  • Labor, economic and supply chain concerns

  • The business outlook for the next 12 months