Compressed Air for Dental and Healthcare
Dental instruments, medical air supply, laboratory equipment. Your patients depend on clean, safe compressed air. We make sure your system meets the standards and stays compliant.
How Compressed Air Powers Your Operations
Dental Instruments
High speed handpieces, air turbines, and three-in-one syringes all depend on clean, dry compressed air delivered to every surgery.
Medical Air Supply
Compressed air for patient care applications meeting HTM 02-01 requirements.
Suction Systems
Dental suction and aspiration systems working alongside your compressed air supply.
Laboratory Equipment
Compressed air for dental laboratory tools, Bunsen burner alternatives, and casting equipment.
Autoclave Support
Compressed air for autoclave door seals and sterilisation cycle support.
Where Dental Practices Get Caught Out
Compliance obligations most practice owners do not know about
PSSR applies to dental compressors with air receivers. HTM 02-01 sets standards for dental compressed air. CQC inspectors are increasingly aware of both. Most practice owners have never been told.
Air quality issues affecting patient safety
Oil mist, moisture, and bacteria in compressed air can reach patients through handpieces and syringes. If your filtration and drying are inadequate, you have a patient safety issue you may not know about.
Noisy, aging compressors disrupting the practice
Old compressors run loud, run hot, and break down at the worst times. A modern, properly sized dental compressor runs quietly and reliably for years.
Safe Air for Your Patients, Simple for Your Practice
Airmech services and supplies dental compressed air systems that meet HTM 02-01 and PSSR requirements. We handle the maintenance and the compliance paperwork so you can focus on your patients.
We supply quiet, oil-free dental compressors, maintain existing systems of any brand, and provide the documentation your CQC inspector may ask for.
Compressor Servicing
Planned maintenance for dental and medical compressed air systems.
Learn morePSSR Compliance
Written schemes and examinations for dental air receivers.
Learn moreInstallation and Commissioning
New dental compressor installations and system upgrades.
Learn moreCompressed Air Testing
Air quality testing to verify your system meets dental and medical standards.
Learn moreTools and Resources
Free tools built for engineers in your sector.
Dental Compliance Checker
Check your dental compressed air system against HTM 02-01, CQC, and PSSR requirements.
Practice Air Quality Risk Assessment
Assess the patient safety risk from your current compressed air setup.
Dental Compressor Running Cost Calculator
Calculate your annual compressor running cost benchmarked for your practice size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PSSR apply to dental compressors?
If your dental compressor has an air receiver (most do), then PSSR almost certainly applies. You need a written scheme of examination and periodic examinations by a competent person. We handle the paperwork and coordinate the examinations.
What is HTM 02-01?
Health Technical Memorandum 02-01 sets standards for medical and dental compressed air quality, maintenance, and testing. It covers air purity, system design, and ongoing monitoring requirements for patient contact applications.
How noisy is a modern dental compressor?
Modern oil-free dental compressors operate at 50 to 60 dB, similar to a normal conversation. If your current compressor is noticeably loud, a modern replacement will make a significant difference to your practice environment.
Can you service our existing compressor?
Yes. We service dental compressors from all manufacturers. We also supply new systems when repair is no longer economical or when your current system does not meet compliance requirements.
Safe Air. Happy Patients. No Hassle.
Tell us about your practice setup. We will check your compliance status and recommend the right service plan.