Powering Defence with Versatile Products
Sauer Compressor History
With a rich 130 year history and over 80 years of experience in compressed air technology, Sauer Compressors is a market leader that specialises in compressor technology for defence and commercial shipping applications.
Whether you require a high pressure compressor, gas tight and oil free compressor or a naval compressor, Sauer has a range of standard products and customised solutions to suit your needs.
National Service and Support Network
Penske Australia offers one of the best service and support networks for power systems in the country. Our maintenance programs and preventative measures deliver excellent value for our customers, while our highly skilled, factory-trained technicians deliver the best of care while minimising turnaround times. Penske Australia’s aftersales advisers are available throughout our extensive national branch network to assist with aftersales and product support. You’ll never be far from a qualified and experienced mechanical technician when you choose Sauer Compressors.
Tailored Compressor Solutions
From centralised high-pressure air systems and starting air for diesel engines and gas turbines, to on-board breathing air solutions and specialised units. Our team at Penske Australia & New Zealand supply and installs high-performance air systems for a variety of critical applications.
Our Capabilities
Defence
As one of the global market and technology leaders in the development and production of high-pressure compressors, systems and accessories for navies, air forces and armies, Sauer Compressors delivers top-of-the-line compressor systems for military applications.
In the naval sector, Sauer Compressors has established itself as the leading provider for high-pressure compressor systems. Starting as supplier to the German Navy, Sauer quickly gained a worldwide reputation as a reliable manufacturer of naval compressors. Nowadays, 55+ navies worldwide rely on Sauer compressors.
Sauer also offers compressor solutions for land-based operations in a variety of defence contexts, including naval ports and air force bases and for ground troops. These highly flexible Sauer compressors are available in a range of design options to meet your specific requirements – whether you want a particular colour scheme or require certification to military standards.
Offshore Oil and Gas
Sauer compressors are a trusted backbone of the offshore oil and gas industry, delivering unmatched reliability and process safety in the harshest environments. Designed for continuous 24/7 operation, these compressors thrive under extreme conditions, whether exposed to saltwater, intense heat, or freezing cold.
Built with robust construction and engineered to meet the highest industry standards, Sauer compressors are certified by leading classification societies such as ABS, DNV, and GL, and comply with a wide range of international certifications. From upstream to downstream applications, and across all auxiliary systems on offshore platforms and vessels, Sauer offers a comprehensive range of oil-lubricated and oil-free compressors from 0.75 to 230 kW.
In addition to standard models, Sauer specialises in custom-engineered solutions tailored to specific offshore requirements. These include mobile container units, gas-tight or explosion-proof designs, and systems powered by diesel or gas engines, all configured to meet your operational and safety needs.
Commercial Shipping
Ocean-going shipping has stringent quality and reliability requirements. Sauer Compressors has been fulfilling them for more than 130 years. Not only are Sauer’s starting- and working-air compressors among the most modern and most economic compressors available on the market; they have proven their reliability under the most demanding operational conditions.
The Sauer Compressor range
Sauer Compressors offers a comprehensive range of high-pressure, medium-pressure, and low-pressure air and gas compressor solutions, with capacities from 8 to 1,000 m³/h and pressures up to 500 barg. Designed for commercial shipping, defence, offshore, energy, and industrial applications, the range delivers reliable performance in even the most demanding operating environments.
Backed by Penske Australia & New Zealand, customers benefit from local engineering expertise, technical support, genuine parts, and lifecycle service solutions. Our experienced team works closely with customers to understand their operational requirements and specify the right compressor system for the application, helping maximise performance, reliability, and long-term value.
