ELGi unveils next evolution of AB Series oil-free screw air compressors
Elgi Equipments has unveiled the next evolution of its AB Series Oil-Free Screw Air Compressors at drinktec India 2026, held from 28 to 30 October at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The upgraded range focuses on improved energy efficiency, responsible resource utilisation and lower lifecycle costs for industries requiring high-quality compressed air.
Introduced under the theme 'Better Efficiency. Better Planet.', the evolved AB Series combines Class 0 oil-free compressed air technology with intelligent controls, closed-loop water management and enhanced operational reliability.
The company stated that the upgraded compressors deliver 5-6 per cent improvement in Specific Power Consumption (SPC) under its specified comparison conditions, reducing the energy required to generate compressed air. ELGi's assessment also indicates potential lifecycle-cost benefits of up to 13 per cent over 40,000 operating hours, considering acquisition, electricity and maintenance expenses.
The AB Series incorporates an indigenously developed ELGi motor, the Neuron 4 Controller for improved compressor management and Air~Alert, an IoT-enabled remote-monitoring solution. The company also offers a five-year warranty on key components, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
A key feature of the range is its closed-loop water-injected compression technology, which uses water instead of oil within the compression chamber. The system recirculates water and uses condensate for automatic replenishment, eliminating the need for a continuous external water supply, an external reverse osmosis system and a separate water pump for the closed-loop circuit.
Vikas Thiruvalluru, President and Head – Global Product Management, Elgi Equipments, said the AB Series had undergone continuous improvements in motor performance, airend efficiency, compressor controls and remote monitoring since its introduction in 2019.He added that these advancements enable customers to obtain Class 0 oil-free compressed air with improved efficiency, resource management and operational visibility.
Bhavesh Karia, Executive President – ISAAME and SEA, Elgi Equipments, highlighted the growing importance of energy efficiency, water conservation and production reliability for food, beverage and dairy manufacturers. He noted that the upgraded range addresses these requirements while supporting long-term operating economics.The compressors deliver ISO 8573 Class 0 oil-free compressed air and are designed for quality-critical manufacturing environments. The AB platform is supported by applicable international certifications and regulatory requirements, including CE, UL, CRN and DOSH. ELGi also holds ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System certification.
Available in power ratings ranging from 11 kW to 110 kW, the AB Series offers Free Air Delivery capacities of 0.82-15.85 m³/min and operating pressures of 4.5-12 bar.
The range caters to food processing, beverages, dairy, breweries, pharmaceuticals, electronics, automotive, power, metals, oil and gas, and textiles.
The launch comes amid expanding demand from India's food-processing and dairy industries. According to market estimates cited by ELGi, India's food-processing market is projected to grow from approximately $382 billion in FY25 to $689 billion by FY34. The dairy market is expected to increase from $246.5 billion in 2025 to $659.8 billion by 2034.
Building on seven years of development since the AB Series was introduced globally in 2019, ELGi aims to strengthen its position in energy-efficient, oil-free compressed-air technology. The upgraded range will be available across the company's global markets through its established sales and service network.
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