Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Nardi Compressori products, shipping, service, parts, and more.
Nardi Compressori Srl is an Italian manufacturer of compressed gas solutions, founded in 1965 and headquartered in Montecchio Maggiore (Vicenza), Italy. The company designs and builds high-pressure breathing air compressors, industrial compressors and boosters, medical and dental compressors, oil-free compressors, and CNG systems, with all production engineered and assembled in Italy. Nardi Compressori serves the diving, firefighting, medical, industrial, and sports markets worldwide. It is not related to Nardi Torino (steering wheels) or Nardi Outdoor (furniture).
No. Although we admire your eagle-eyed spell checking skills, "compressori" is simply the Italian word for compressors. Every Nardi compressor is designed and built in Montecchio Maggiore, Italy, so we decided to keep "compressor" in our native language. Search for "Nardi Compressors" and you will still find us. Search for "Nardi Compressori" and you will find us faster!
Nardi Compressori manufactures high-pressure breathing air compressors for diving, firefighting, and safety (portable and vertical models); the Nardi ONE all-in-one SCBA/SCUBA fill station; Nardi Safe Fill (NSF) containment fill stations; nitrox generators and compressors; medium- and high-pressure industrial compressors and boosters (CM, CB, BM, BON2); CNG compressors and boosters; medical, dental, and CAD-CAM compressors; oil-free low-pressure compressors (Silverstone, Esprit, Extreme, MultiPower); diving hookahs (Esprit and Extreme); and gas management equipment including fill panels, gas storage, filtration, Gas Guardian air monitoring, and the NC Connect remote monitoring system.
Nardi Compressori Srl is located at Via Marco Polo 2, 36075 Montecchio Maggiore (Vicenza), Italy, where all products are designed and manufactured in a 7,000 m² (75,000 sq ft) facility. The company was founded in 1965 by the Nardi and Ghiotto families and remains a privately held, family-owned Italian company. The "G" in the Nardi logo honors the Ghiotto family which founded the company. Nardi Compressori operates international branches in Dubai (opened 2019) and Jensen Beach, Florida, USA (Nardi Americas, opened 2021).
Nardi Compressori has a worldwide network of distributors and dealers. Please consult our list of authorized dealers to purchase our products.
"Compressori" is the Italian word for compressors. The company keeps its original Italian name, Nardi Compressori Srl, because it was founded in Italy in 1965 and every product is still designed, machined, and assembled there. The Italian name reflects the company's 100% Made in Italy manufacturing.
Nardi Compressori's headquarters ships products internationally to our network of distributors and dealers. Please contact your local reseller to purchase our products.
Yes, they are the same company. Nardi Americas is the official subsidiary of Nardi Compressori Srl for the Western Hemisphere, established in 2021 and headquartered in Jensen Beach, Florida. All products are manufactured by Nardi Compressori in Italy; Nardi Americas provides local sales, service, parts, and technical support for North America, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Nardi Compressori does not publish prices because nearly all of our compressed gas equipment is custom-built to each customer's specifications. Voltage, frequency, gas type, filtration, storage, fill panels, and other options all change the final price and shipping weight of the machine. Pricing also varies by region, since our products are sold worldwide through authorized dealers and distributors who quote in local currency with applicable duties and delivery. For an exact price, request a quote from your local authorized dealer or through our Get a Quote page.
All Nardi Compressori products are backed by a manufacturer’s warranty (duration depends on product type). Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.
Contact the Nardi Compressori dealer or reseller where you purchased your equipment for assistance with service. You may also contact one of our Authorized Service Centers for assistance. Our technicians are factory-trained to maintain and repair Nardi equipment.
Replacement parts are available through our network of resellers and dealers. Service and maintenance kits are available for purchase worldwide, including individual parts. If you don’t see the part or kit you need, email us with the model and serial number for assistance.
Please contact the reseller or dealer you purchased our equipment from for assistance with the return or exchange.
Yes. Our support team provides remote technical assistance, and we can arrange training sessions for shops, businesses, or dive operations. If you would like more information on attending an upcoming training class, please contact us for information on dates, locations, and curriculum.
A compressor takes low-pressure gas and compresses it to a higher pressure. A booster increases the pressure of gas that is already partially compressed (e.g., from a storage bank or other supply source).
Nardi compressors are engineered for air, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, helium, argon, and natural gas (CNG), depending on the model. Always check specifications before use.
Yes. Nardi high-pressure breathing air compressors produce air that meets international breathing air standards, including EN 12021, the European standard used across most of the world, CGA G-7.1 Grade E for the United States, CSA Z180.1 for Canada, and AS/NZS 2299.1 for Australia and New Zealand. Every Nardi breathing air compressor uses filtration engineered to these standards. As with any breathing air system, compliance depends on proper maintenance and periodic air quality testing, so follow the service intervals in your user manual.
CGA Grade E is the breathing air purity specification defined in CGA G-7.1, the Compressed Gas Association's Commodity Specification for Air, and is the standard commonly required for SCBA and scuba filling in North America. Grade E air must contain 20 to 22% oxygen, with carbon monoxide below 10 ppm, carbon dioxide below 1,000 ppm, condensed oil below 5 mg/m³, and total hydrocarbons below 25 ppm.
Europe uses EN 12021, which is stricter on every contaminant: oxygen at 21 ±1%, carbon monoxide below 5 ppm, carbon dioxide below 500 ppm, oil below 0.5 mg/m³, plus tighter moisture control based on storage pressure.
Nardi high-pressure breathing air compressors are engineered and filtered to meet EN 12021, and because EN 12021 limits are tighter than Grade E limits, properly maintained Nardi compressors satisfy both standards.Use our Compressor Selector Tool to filter all our available compressor lines and types by gas type, pressure, power, and flow. You can also use our Compressor Sizing Calculator to determine if a particular compressor cubic feet per minute (CFM) or liters per minute (LPM) rating will be adequate for your demands. For assistance with this determination, contact us for expert guidance.
Yes, most models are available in both frequencies. Be sure to select the correct version for your location.
Maintenance typically includes regular oil changes, filter cartridge replacement, and inspection of valves and seals. Service intervals vary by model. Service kits and individual parts are available for purchase.
Filter replacement depends on usage hours, flow rate, working pressure, ambient temperature, and compressor type. Please refer to your compressor user manual for guidance.
Nardi compressors include safety valves, automatic shutoff controls, pressure monitoring, and thermal overload protection to ensure safe operation.
Hookah systems deliver air from the surface via hose, eliminating the need for heavy scuba tanks. They are ideal for shallow diving, boat maintenance, and recreational activities.
Yes. Nardi oil-free compressors deliver clean, oil-free air suitable for painting, construction tools, and DIY projects.
CNG boosters allow you to safely top off or transfer natural gas from storage cylinders to vehicles, equipment, or higher-pressure storage banks.
Yes. Nardi compressors and boosters can be integrated with cascade storage for efficient gas management and filling.
Nardi designs compressors with low-noise frames and enclosures. Many models operate quieter than comparable units in their class.
The Nardi ONE is an all-in-one SCBA/SCUBA cylinder fill station from Nardi Compressori. It combines a high-pressure breathing air compressor, EN 12021 (CGA Grade E) filtration, cascade air storage (two 50-liter, 414 bar / 6000 psi cylinders), a filling panel, and an integrated Nardi Safe Fill (NSF) containment station that fills two cylinders simultaneously, all in one compact, sound-insulated unit. Third-party tested in accordance with NFPA 1900:2024, the Nardi ONE is available in five versions with air delivery from 500 to 850 L/min (17.7 to 30 cfm) and a maximum operating pressure of 420 bar (6000 psi). It is designed for fire, safety, rescue, and dive operations.
Yes. Nardi Safe Fill (NSF) containment fill stations are tested and certified by an independent laboratory to NFPA 1900:2024, the current edition of the standard, and the Nardi ONE integrated fill station is third-party tested in accordance with the same standard. NFPA 1900 consolidated NFPA 1901 and related fire apparatus standards in 2024, so NFPA 1900:2024 represents the latest applicable requirements for containment fill stations.
A containment fill station protects the operator during high-pressure cylinder filling. SCBA and SCUBA cylinders are filled to pressures up to 420 bar (6000 psi); if a cylinder or valve fails during the fill, the released energy and fragments can cause serious injury or death. A containment station encloses the cylinders inside a blast-tested structure while they fill (see the blast testing video here). Nardi Safe Fill (NSF) stations add a safety interlock that automatically stops the filling process if the door opens. NFPA 1900:2024 defines the testing requirements for containment fill stations used in fire service applications.
Depending on the model, certifications may include CE compliance, ATEX Zone II for hazardous environments, and other regional approvals. Our Containment Fill Stations are NFPA 1900:2024 certified.
Nardi offers Italian engineering, compact designs, reliable performance, and a wide range of solutions for diving, industrial, medical, and specialty applications. We do not outsource manufacturing or assembly. Our products are manufactured and assembled in Italy.
Nardi is known for compact, lightweight, and efficient compressors that combine reliability with affordability — ideal for both professionals and enthusiasts.
Manuals are available through Nardi Compressori. Please email us with your model and serial number.
Nardi’s portable diving compressors, such as the Atlantic line, are designed for personal and small-scale use while meeting international breathing air standards.
Yes. Nardi offers compact oil-free compressors ideal for hobbyists, painting, woodworking, and other DIY tasks.
Nardi Paintball & PCP compressors are purpose-built for paintball and airgun use, offering high-pressure fills up to 4700 psi.
The Nardi Pacific MX Silent and other enclosed frame models are designed with noise-reduction technology, making them among the quietest compressors in their class.
No. Nardi Compressori manufactures compressed gas solutions only and is not related to the steering wheel maker. Automotive steering wheels are made by Nardi Torino, a separate Italian company. We do not want you to go away, but for steering wheels, steer your browser over to https://nardi-personal.com/.
No. Nardi Compressori manufactures compressed gas solutions only and is not related to the furniture maker. Nardi garden and outdoor furniture is made by Nardi Outdoor (https://www.nardioutdoor.com/), a separate Italian company. We wish you would stay here, but that is the site you want.