Why Medical Facilities Trust Oil-Free Air Systems for Compliance and Safety
In healthcare, there’s no room for error—especially when it comes to air quality. Hospitals, surgical centers, dental offices, and research labs across the Mid-South depend on compressed air every day. And to meet today’s strict safety and compliance standards, more and more facilities are turning to oil-free air systems.
At Process & Power, we work with medical clients throughout Memphis & Jackson, TN; Springdale & Little Rock, AR; and Tupelo, MS to provide oil-free compressed air solutions that meet or exceed regulatory requirements while ensuring patient safety and equipment reliability.
What Is an Oil-Free Air System?
Unlike lubricated compressors, oil-free air systems never allow oil into the compression chamber. That means the risk of contamination from oil aerosols or vapors is eliminated. Instead of relying on lubricants, oil-free systems use advanced materials—like Teflon coatings or water injection—to minimize friction and deliver clean, dry, medical-grade air.
This makes them ideal for applications where air purity isn’t just preferred—it’s legally required.
Where Oil-Free Systems Are Used in Healthcare
Facilities across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi use oil-free compressed air in a wide variety of applications:
Respiratory support (ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP machines)
Anesthesia and scavenging systems
Dental chairs and suction tools
Medical air and gas mixing
Sterilization and autoclave equipment
Cleanrooms and surgical suites
Pneumatic hospital beds and diagnostics
In all of these cases, even a trace of oil can be dangerous—causing contamination, equipment damage, or worse.
NFPA 99 Compliance: A Must for Medical Facilities
The NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code requires that medical air systems meet extremely strict criteria. These include:
Dry air to prevent bacteria growth and pipe corrosion
Oil- and particulate-free air safe for patient inhalation
Redundant systems with automatic switchover
Continuous monitoring of air quality and pressure
Failure to meet these standards can result in failed inspections, fines, lawsuits—or a risk to patient health. That’s why oil-free systems are the industry standard in medical air.
Benefits Beyond Compliance
Oil-free systems don’t just protect you from violations—they protect your patients and staff:
Prevent infection and contamination in surgical and dental procedures
Protect sensitive medical equipment from oil damage
Improve air quality in labs and cleanrooms
Ensure uptime with reliable, low-maintenance operation
In medical environments where compressed air is a life-support utility, reliability and purity are non-negotiable.
Mid-South Medical Centers Trust Process & Power
We serve a growing number of healthcare providers across Memphis, Jackson, Springdale, Little Rock, and Tupelo, including:
Hospital campuses and surgical centers
Dental groups and oral surgery offices
Outpatient clinics and diagnostics labs
Medical device manufacturers and pharmaceutical producers
Our team designs, installs, and maintains oil-free systems to meet NFPA 99, ASSE 6000, and all applicable codes.
Our Recommended Oil-Free Compressor Systems
We work with the most trusted brands in healthcare:
Powerex – Oil-free scroll and rotary vane systems made for central medical air
Atlas Copco – ISO 8573-1 Class 0 certified oil-free screw compressors
BeaconMedaes and other NFPA-compliant medical gas systems
We also supply:
Air dryers for moisture removal
HEPA and carbon filters for ultra-clean air
Redundant system setups with automatic backups
Alarm panels and air quality monitoring systems
Whether you're outfitting a new dental office or retrofitting a large hospital, we provide full design/build and support services.
Emergency Support and Preventative Maintenance
We understand that your compressed air system is critical to your operations. That’s why we offer:
24/7 emergency repair services
Scheduled preventative maintenance to stay compliant
Real-time system monitoring and diagnostics
Fast access to replacement parts and filters
Our factory-trained technicians ensure that your system performs reliably—and that inspections are always stress-free.
Service Areas Across the Mid-South
Process & Power proudly supports medical and dental facilities in:
Memphis & Jackson, TN
Springdale & Little Rock, AR
Tupelo, MS
Plus surrounding towns and rural facilities
Whether you're managing a hospital, a dental clinic, or a cleanroom environment, we have the expertise and equipment to help you succeed.
Let's Talk About Your Medical Air System
If you're responsible for air quality and compliance in your healthcare facility, don’t leave anything to chance. Oil-free systems provide the highest level of protection—for your patients, your equipment, and your peace of mind.
Call Process & Power at (901) 362-5500 or visit www.processnpower.com to schedule a consultation, request service, or begin planning your upgrade.
Process & Power
📍 1721 Corporate Avenue, Memphis, TN 38132
📞 (901) 362-5500
🌐 www.processnpower.com
Serving Memphis & Jackson, TN | Springdale & Little Rock, AR | Tupelo, MS
