Diesel Air Compressors for Construction Sites
Reliable Portable Screw Air Compressor Solutions for Road Construction, Mining and Outdoor Projects
- High-pressure compressed air for construction applications
- Diesel-powered mobility for remote job sites
- Reliable operation in harsh environments
- Customized solutions for different construction needs
Why Construction Projects Need
the Right Air Compressor
01. Long Working Hours
Keep Air Tools Running. Keep Work Moving.
Construction equipment often operates for extended hours. An unreliable or poorly sized compressor can cause pressure drops, overheating, and unexpected downtime.
Sollant Solution:
Heavy-duty air compressor configurations designed for continuous and demanding construction applications.
02. Remote Job Sites
Reliable Power Where the Grid Can’t Reach.
Projects such as road construction, drilling, tunneling, and infrastructure development are often located far from reliable power supplies.
Sollant Solution:
Mobile diesel air compressors provide an independent compressed air supply for remote construction sites.
03. Operating Costs
Get the Air You Need Without Extra Cost.
Fuel consumption, maintenance, and downtime can significantly affect the total cost of a construction project.
Sollant Solution:
Choose the right compressor capacity, pressure, power source, and configuration for your workload—helping avoid over-sizing and unnecessary energy consumption.
04. Frequent Equipment Movement
Take Compressed Air Wherever the Job Takes You.
Construction projects often move between work zones. A fixed compressor can slow operations when equipment needs relocating.
Sollant Solution:
Portable and towable air compressor options make it easier to move compressed air equipment between job sites and work areas.
05. Harsh Working Conditions
Built for Dust, Heat & Demanding Job Sites.
Construction compressors may operate outdoors in dusty, hot, vibrating, and rugged environments where equipment is exposed to demanding conditions.
Sollant Solution:
Configure your compressor according to the operating environment, with suitable cooling, filtration, protection, and service options.
06. Multiple Pneumatic Tools
One Compressor. Multiple Tools. Stable Air Supply.
Jackhammers, breakers, rock drills, and other pneumatic tools can require significant airflow. An undersized compressor can reduce tool performance and productivity.
Sollant Solution:
Our engineers can match compressor airflow and working pressure to your tools and simultaneous air demand.
Find the Right Construction Air Compressor for Your Project
Tell us your application, required pressure, airflow and working conditions. Our engineers can recommend a suitable construction air compressor solution based on your actual jobsite requirements.
Construction Air Compressor Solutions
01 SLTDP-17/8 Diesel Mobile Screw Air Compressor
For outdoor construction & remote job sites
- Air delivery: 17 m³/min
- Pressure: 8 bar
- Diesel engine manufacturer: Cummins
- Ambient temperature: -20 to +45°C
- Towable
Key Benefits
✓ Road construction
✓ Drilling
✓ Quarrying
✓ Outdoor construction
✓ Remote job sites
02 Electric Mobile Screw Air Compressor
For indoor construction & tunnel projects
- Electric powered
- Low emissions
- Low noise
- Suitable for indoor use
- Suitable for tunneling
- Mobile design
Best for:
- Tunneling
- Underground construction
- Indoor construction
- Infrastructure projects
03 High Pressure Piston Air Compressor
For high-pressure construction applications
- Capacity: 2.0 Nm³/min
- Discharge pressure: 3.0 MPa
- Discharge flow rate: 0.6–6.0 Nm³/min
- Compression stages: 2
- Rotational speed: 590 rpm
- Start-up mode: Direct start-up
Best for:
✓ Pressure testing
✓ High-pressure spraying
✓ Equipment testing
✓ Specialized construction applications
Compare Construction Air Compressor Solutions
Different construction projects require different compressed air solutions. Sollant offers diesel-powered, electric-powered and high-pressure air compressors to meet the needs of outdoor construction sites, tunnels, infrastructure projects, drilling and high-pressure applications.
| Feature | SLTDP-17/8 Diesel Screw Air Compressor | Mobile Electric Screw Air Compressor | SLTPH-2.0/30 High Pressure Piston Compressor |
| Best for | Outdoor & remote sites | Indoor & tunnels | High-pressure applications |
| Air Flow | 17 m³/min | Customizable | 0.6–6.0 Nm³/min |
| Pressure | 8 bar | Customizable | 3.0 MPa |
| Power | Cummins Diesel | Electric | Electric |
| Mobility | Towable | Mobile | Stationary |
| Key Advantage | Independent power & high mobility | Low emission & low noise | High-pressure output |
| Customization | Available | Available | Available |
Choose Your Construction Air Compressor
Diesel Screw Compressor
For projects that require a mobile compressor with an independent power source.
Electric Screw Compressor
For projects with an available electrical power supply where low-emission and low-noise operation is preferred.
High Pressure Piston Compressor
For applications requiring high-pressure compressed air, with pressure up to 3.0 MPa.
Need Help Choosing the Right Compressor?
Send us your required air flow, working pressure and power supply. Our engineers will recommend a suitable compressor configuration for your project.
Application
Construction Applications of
Our Air Compressors
Reliable Compressed Air for Every Stage of Your Project
From rock drilling and concrete breaking to shotcrete, sandblasting and tunneling, construction equipment needs reliable airflow and stable pressure to keep projects moving.
We match each construction air compressor to your application, air demand, working pressure and jobsite conditions.
Not sure which compressor you need? → Get a Fast Recommendation
Outdoor Construction Sites
Outdoor construction sites often require a mobile and reliable air supply, especially when access to grid electricity is limited.
Recommended compressor:
Mobile Diesel Screw Air Compressor
A diesel-powered compressor provides independent power and can be easily moved between different job sites.
Best suited for:
Outdoor projects, remote construction areas and applications where mobility is important.
Tunnel & Underground Construction
Tunnel and underground projects require compressed air equipment that can operate effectively in enclosed working environments.
Recommended compressor:
Mobile Electric Screw Air Compressor
Electric compressors are a suitable option where reliable electrical power is available, particularly when low emissions and low noise are important considerations.
Best suited for:
Tunnel construction, underground projects and indoor working environments.
Road & Infrastructure Construction
Road and infrastructure projects may require compressed air equipment that can move with the construction work as different areas of the project are completed.
Recommended compressor:
Mobile Screw Air Compressor
A mobile compressor provides greater flexibility for projects where compressed air is needed at different locations.
Best suited for:
Construction projects requiring mobility and a flexible compressed air supply.
Drilling & Pneumatic Tools
Drilling equipment and pneumatic tools can require a continuous supply of compressed air. The compressor should be selected according to the air consumption and pressure requirements of the equipment.
Recommended compressor:
Screw Air Compressor
A screw compressor can provide a continuous compressed air supply for applications with ongoing air demand.
Best suited for:
Pneumatic tools, drilling equipment and continuous compressed air applications.
Spraying Applications
Construction spraying applications may require stable compressed air at a specific pressure and flow rate. Different spraying equipment can have different air requirements.
Recommended compressor:
Screw Air Compressor or High-Pressure Piston Compressor
The appropriate compressor type depends on the required pressure, air consumption and spraying equipment.
Best suited for:
Construction spraying and applications requiring controlled compressed air.
Pressure Testing
Pressure testing can require compressed air at significantly higher pressures than standard construction applications.
Recommended compressor:
High-Pressure Piston Air Compressor
A high-pressure piston compressor is designed for applications where higher discharge pressure is required.
Best suited for:
Pressure testing and other specialized high-pressure construction applications.
Core Technological Advantages
Engineered for Demanding Construction Applications
From drilling and road construction to concrete breaking and sandblasting, Sollant construction air compressors are engineered to deliver stable compressed air, reliable performance, and efficient operation in demanding job-site conditions.
High Airflow & Stable Pressure
Consistent Air for Demanding Pneumatic Tools
Maintain stable airflow and working pressure for jackhammers, rock drills, breakers, and other high-demand pneumatic equipment.
Designed for:
Drilling · Concrete Breaking · Road Construction · Pneumatic Tools
Heavy-Duty Screw Air End
Built for Continuous Construction Work
High-quality screw air ends provide reliable compression performance and are suitable for long-hour and demanding operating conditions.
Benefits:
Stable operation · Long service life · Continuous-duty performance
Diesel Power for Remote Sites
Independent Compressed Air Where You Need It
Diesel-powered portable air compressors eliminate dependence on grid electricity, making them suitable for remote construction, roadwork, drilling, and infrastructure projects.
Benefits:
Portable · Independent power · Job-site ready
Efficient Cooling & Protection
Reliable Performance in Harsh Environments
Effective cooling and protection systems help the compressor maintain stable operating performance in demanding outdoor environments.
Designed for:
Dusty sites · Outdoor operation · High-temperature environments · Heavy-duty applications
Intelligent Control and Monitoring
Simple Operation, Effortless Control
The control system monitors key operating parameters in real time, enabling operators to efficiently manage equipment performance.
Monitored parameters:
Pressure · Temperature · Operating status · Maintenance information
Application-Specific Customized Services
Configured to Meet Your Specific Needs
Every construction project has unique requirements regarding airflow, pressure, power, mobility, and environmental adaptability.
Sollant can customize compressor configurations to suit your specific application needs.
Construction Air Compressor Projects
Portable Compressor Solution for Highway Construction Project
Challenges
- No grid power available on-site; unstable voltage from generators caused frequent pressure drops in pneumatic tools;
- The 12-kilometer work zone required two hours for equipment relocation, severely delaying progress;
- Original equipment had a high failure rate, with single repair downtimes exceeding four hours, creating immense schedule pressure.
Solution
Diesel mobile screw compressor:
- Features a trailer-mounted design that allows for towing by a pickup truck, enabling rapid relocation between work sites;
- Equipped with an independent air supply system capable of powering pneumatic picks and drilling rigs.
- Dual-stage filtration system adapted for high-dust environments.
From Manufacturing to Delivery
Frequently Asked Questions
Size depends on the total CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) and PSI requirements of your tools combined. For general construction sites running standard pneumatic tools, a portable unit delivering 100 to 250 CFM at 90 to 100 PSI is typical, but heavy-duty multi-tool operations or large jackhammers may require 375 CFM or higher. Always add a 20% safety margin to your total tool consumption.
Standard heavy-duty paving breakers require approximately 70 to 90 CFM at 90 PSI. A portable towable diesel compressor rated for at least 100 to 125 CFM ensures the tool operates at peak efficiency without pressure drops, especially during continuous, demanding demolition work.
Choose diesel for remote construction sites lacking stable grid power, heavy-duty outdoor mobility, and high-CFM towable applications. Choose electric for indoor jobs, urban sites with strict noise and emission regulations, or permanent facility installations where lower maintenance costs and quiet operation are prioritized.
Yes, provided the compressor’s total CFM output exceeds the combined CFM consumption of all simultaneously running tools, plus a 20% buffer. You will need an appropriately sized manifold and distribution hoses to maintain stable pressure across all connected work lines.
Portable compressors typically refer to smaller, wheeled, or hand-carried units (often electric or small gas) ranging from 1 to 20 CFM for light duty. Towable compressors are heavy-duty, chassis-mounted industrial units (typically diesel-powered) delivering 100 to 1600+ CFM designed to be towed behind a work truck to job sites.
Road construction requires robust, high-capacity towable diesel compressors—typically ranging from 250 to 750 CFM at 100 to 150 PSI—capable of simultaneously running heavy jackhammers, tampers, pavement breakers, and pneumatic saws in rugged field environments.
Yes, but sandblasting is an extremely high-demand application. A standard small site compressor is insufficient; blast cleaning typically requires a dedicated towable unit delivering at least 125 to 250+ CFM at 100 PSI depending on the blast nozzle size and abrasive media used.
Check the manufacturer’s air consumption specifications (CFM at a given PSI) for every pneumatic tool you plan to run simultaneously. Sum those values together and multiply by 1.20 to account for line losses, tool wear, and altitude/temperature performance drops, then select a compressor that meets or exceeds that final number.
