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Our robust, American-made air compressors and vacuum pumps lead the industry in longevity and durability. You’ll be impressed with our large selection of efficient and reliable compressed air system products. We guarantee it!

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Rogers started as a locally grown, family-owned business, building air compressor solutions right here in the USA, and has been for over 70 years.

We are proud to be a locally grown and American made company.
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Rogers KNW Series

Oil-Free Rotary Screw Air Compressor

Rogers KNW Series is our oil-free rotary screw air compressor line that is designed, engineered, and assembled in the USA. They are built and tested to be the longest lasting and most reliable oil-free air compressors in the world.

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Superior Design, Superior Standards 

The Rogers KNW Series assembly is designed and constructed to exacting quality standards. These standards result in assemblies with long operating life, minimum maintenance, and low operating costs. 

 Oil-Free, Risk Free 

Rogers KNW Series rotary screw compressors deliver 100% oil-free air for your critical applications. 

Oil-free air allows you to produce the highest quality products, lower your costs, protect your employees and the environment across industries. Rogers KNW Series air compressors are the perfect solution when you need reliable oil-free air. 

 Class Zero Oil-Free Certified Air 

All models are certified ISO 8573-1 Class 0 for oil aerosol, liquid, vapor and silicon. 

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Our Next Generation Of Rogers KNW Series Oil-Free Air Compressors 

 The next generation of KNW Series Oil-Free air compressors features everything our customers appreciate about our legacy compressors, now with performance upgrades designed for increased uptime and accessibility for servicing.  

 An upgraded outdoor package and extended service intervals on major components keeps your facility running longer without downtime. 

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Advantages Of Rogers Next Generation KNW Series Oil-Free Air Compressors 

  •  Integrated oil pump, thrust balance compensation, and new stainless-steel rotors with PTFE coating in second stage all extend air end life 
  • Smaller footprint with most models means easy installation in tighter spaces 
  • Longer service intervals with upgraded components saves you time and money on parts 
  • Simplified internal oil piping, dual seal vent design, and a labyrinth seal with oil return groove all prevent oil carry over and leaks 
  • New modular design with multiple smaller panels, overhead access, and easy motor access makes for faster maintenance saving you downtime 
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Rogers KNW Series History 

The Rogers KNW Series oil-free compressor was initially invented in 1955 for use as a gas compressor. In the early 1980's, when customers were demanding a new level of compressed air cleanliness, Kobelco translated this design into an oil-free air compressor.  

 It was about this time that Kobelco started a partnership with Rogers Machinery, who eventually fully developed the first generation product line that people throughout the world know as the Rogers KNW Series.  

 Now, this product line, and our next generation of the KNW Series, is engineered, assembled, and tested at the Rogers manufacturing facility in Portland, Oregon. 

Why Choose Rogers Machinery As Your Compressed Air Partner 

  •  Freedom to customize a compressed air solution that works for your specific requirements. We have the in-house teams and expertise to meet your most challenging specifications. 
  • Air compressors with unmatched lifetime value that are reliable, easy to maintain and have a proven history of performing in the most difficult of applications. 
  • USA based manufacturing and 24/7 parts and service support. If talking to a person who understands your needs and can recommend solutions is important to you, we're here when you need us. 
  • In-house audit team with the expertise to maximize system efficiency, save you energy and reduce overhead in your facility. 
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PRODUCT DETAILS
Proven
Technology
ROGERS KNW Series Rotary screw design is the preferred choice for reliability, energy efficiency and serviceability. The Rogers KNW Series oil-free compressors are designed with a 150,000 hour bearing life providing unparalleled performance for your application.
Two Stage
Design
Heavy duty, two-stage compression module with thrust balancing for long bearing life in each stage. Designed, tested and manufactured in the USA. No other oil-free compressor manufacturer has made that commitment to the North American market.
Coated
Rotors
ASTM 1144 steel rotors with exclusive PTFE coating on rotors and shafts for maximum efficiency and corrosion protection. Gears and bearings are lubricated by a unique motor driven oil pump that provides positive lubrication prior to start-up, through operation and after shutdown. This is an especially important feature for VFD models and not available on competitive offerings.
Unique
Design
Features
  • Non contact maintenance free air and oil seals
  • Thrust balance compensation
  • Cooling jackets
  • Dual vents to atmosphere ensure oil-free air
  • Vacuum degassed thrust and radial bearings
  • Premium AGMA rated gears
  • All models meet the requirements of NFPA 99 for use as a medical air compressor