The acquisition encompasses the rental equipment consisting of high and low pressure nitrogen generators, associated compressors and accessories. Nitrogen generator packages NM200FF trailer mounted, NM4500 medium pressure container and the NM2000 HP high pressure container will expand Atlas Copco Australia’s current portable nitrogen generator rental fleet. “The acquisition of the rental equipment from Onsite Gas Systems will increase our ability to offer our customers in the oil, gas and mining markets a complete nitrogen rental solution to their applications” said Matthew Hobden, General Manager of Atlas Copco Rental Australia.

Atlas Copco is a world-leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions. The Group serves customers with innovative compressors, vacuum solutions and air treatment systems, construction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. Atlas Copco develops products and services focused on productivity, energy efficiency, safety and ergonomics. The company was founded in 1873, is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a global reach spanning more than 180 countries. In 2015, Atlas Copco had revenues of BSEK 102 (BEUR 11) and more than 43 000 employees.

Specialty Rental is a division within Atlas Copco’s Construction Technique business area. It serves customers in the industry segments around the world with temporary air and power rental solutions. The specialty rental services are offered under several brands. The divisional headquarters is located in Houston, USA.