Best Commercial Air Machines

Having an air machine for tires at your car wash, convenience store, or gas station is a very appealing feature to customers. Quality air machines not only act as a great profit stream; they also attract customers to use your other services. For example, a customer who visits your car wash with a flat tire may decide their vehicle needs a wash after pumping up their tire. Similarly, a reliable tire air machine might be the extra detail that makes customers fill their tank at your gas station. Brands like J.E. Adams and Ginsan have the most trusted compressed air machines in the industry. These durable air machines stand up to the demands of commercial use and run reliably for many years!

What is an Air Machine?

Air machines are compact units with a compressor inside that quickly pushes air into tires and other inflatables. They are typically housed in a stainless steel cabinet and have a hose with an inflator affixed to the end. Most machines are powered by electric and include either a digital or analog pressure gauge. Air machines are commonly mounted on a pedestal base, but some units can be installed on walls.

Types of Air Machines

A pay air machine for tires includes a bill, coin, or credit card acceptor so customers can insert money to get air. If you have a coin operated air machine, it's a good idea to have a change machine nearby for customer convenience.
A free air machine has a push button of some type that turns the machine on and off. This is the type you choose when you want to offer air as a complimentary service or place it in a shop for employees to use.
Vac and air combo machines are convenient units that offer multiple services in one machine. Customers can fill their tires and vacuum their vehicle interior.
Air and water combo machines have the standard air line for tire filling, plus a low-pressure water line for quick vehicle cleaning or to fill radiators and windshield wiper fluid reservoirs.

See a selection of our multi-function machines here.

Installation of Air Machines

Here are some basic instructions regarding the installation of an air tire machine. Always consult the manual or data sheet provided with your air machine to get the most accurate, safe instructions.

Determine location to install the machine. The area should provide enough room for a vehicle to park without blocking other traffic on the property. Additionally, the area should be at least 20' away from gas pumps and fuel tanks.
Run an electrical service to the location you chose. Pay attention to the voltage and other electrical requirements of your air machine to make sure you run the proper wiring.
If you're using a pedestal, mount that first on a sturdy surface like concrete or asphalt. Drill out holes for bolts at least 4" into the surface. Position the pedestal and install bolts.
Next, mount the cabinet. If you're installing on a wall, drill your holes at least 4" into the wall. Open the cabinet door and align the cabinet with the holes and install bolts. If you're using a pedestal, open the cabinet door and align the cabinet to the base before bolting together. Always use two people to position the cabinet for safe, proper installation.
Make sure the electrical power is shut off, then connect the wiring inside the cabinet.

Maintenance of Machines to Put Air in Tires

An air for tires machine generally doesn't require much maintenance. Unless they're placed under abnormal stress, they can go long periods of time without needing work. If your air machine isn't working or is performing poorly, it's a good idea to check the electrical connection. If that's in good working order, your compressor may be failing. If you need a new compressor, hose, or other replacement part, check our air machine parts category to find what you need.