Published: 30 November 2025
Author: Airlink Compressors Team
We are proud to announce the successful supply and professional installation of a premium Hertz HGS 11 rotary screw air compressor at Torridge District Council’s brand-new Operations Service Centre in Bideford, North Devon.
This state-of-the-art facility, which serves as the central hub for the council’s fleet maintenance, workshops, and operational teams across the Torridge district, now benefits from a reliable, energy-efficient, and future-proof compressed air solution designed specifically for local authority requirements.
The Chosen Solution: Hertz HGS 11 with Bespoke Upgrades
The heart of the installation is the Hertz HGS 11 – an 11 kW rotary screw compressor renowned for its exceptional energy efficiency, low noise levels, and robust German-engineered build quality.
To meet the council’s exact operational and environmental standards, Airlink engineers designed and fitted a fully bespoke package that includes:
- Automatic electronic zero-loss condensate drain – eliminating air loss and reducing energy waste
- High-efficiency oil-water separator – ensuring all condensate is treated responsibly before disposal and helping Torridge District Council meet strict environmental compliance targets
- Refrigerant dryer and dual filtration package for clean, dry compressed air
- Painted air receiver and full acoustic canopy for quiet operation within the workshop environment
The entire system was sized and configured following a detailed site survey by our North Devon-based engineering team, guaranteeing optimal performance for the council’s pneumatic tools, tyre bays, and general workshop needs.
Why Torridge District Council Chose Airlink Compressors
- Local expertise – Airlink Compressors is based in the South West with engineers covering Devon & Cornwall daily
- Over 25 years serving local authorities, MOD sites, and industrial clients across the region
- Full turnkey service: survey, supply, installation, commissioning, and ongoing service contracts
- Genuine Hertz Kompressoren main dealer for Devon, Cornwall, Somerset & Dorset
Cllr Chris Leather, Lead Member for Operations at Torridge District Council, commented:
“The new Operations Service Centre in Bideford represents a major investment in frontline services for our residents. We needed a compressed air system we could rely on 365 days a year. Airlink’s professional approach from initial survey through to handover gave us complete confidence.”
Ready for the Future
The installation was completed on schedule in November 2025 with zero disruption to the council’s ongoing fit-out programme.
Need a Reliable Compressed Air System in Devon or the South West?
Whether you’re a local council, manufacturing business, garage, or food producer, Airlink Compressors provides free site surveys and no-obligation quotations across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Dorset.
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