PETRO-PACK Tire Inflation Station (Omega Air)

At the core of the station is a high-quality piston compressor and pressure vessel, housed in a compact, vandal-resistant stainless-steel enclosure. All connections are ground-mounted, simplifying installation and maintenance. The built-in AWS-C controller provides precise and convenient tyre pressure regulation — the operator or customer sets the required value, and the electronics manage the process, cutting off air supply once the target pressure is reached.

In addition to tyre inflation, PETRO-PACK simultaneously handles water supply — meaning a single station covers two common needs of a fuel station site.

Technical specifications

Design features

• Stainless-steel housing — resistant to corrosion, precipitation, temperature swings, and mechanical vandalism; a typical requirement for outdoor petrol-station equipment.
• Integrated compressor and receiver — a compact monobloc layout that does not require a separate equipment room.
• Integrated pressure gauges — one shows receiver pressure, the other shows the working pressure at the outlet (on the inflation hose), allowing visual system control without additional instruments.
• Crush-resistant hoses — separate lines for compressed air and water; built to withstand a vehicle driving over them.
• DIN-type connector and quick coupling — allow fast replacement of the inflation attachment and compatibility with standard pneumatic guns and hoses.
• Noise insulation — reduces the operating noise of the compressor, important when the station is placed near a customer service area.
• Vandal protection — the housing and control components are shielded from unauthorised interference.

Installation recommendations

1. The station should be installed on a flat, prepared concrete foundation with organised drainage, since the equipment operates outdoors.
2. All connections — air, water, and power supply — are routed from below or from the side depending on the foundation layout; lines should run through protected conduits.
3. The station’s location should allow comfortable vehicle access from both sides (for front and rear wheels) without obstructing traffic flow.
4. Electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in compliance with grounding and moisture-protection requirements (the housing’s ingress-protection rating should be confirmed against the product’s technical datasheet).
5. Before commissioning, check the tightness of all air and water connections under working pressure.
6. Given the rated operating range of up to +45 °C, for regions with lower winter temperatures (relevant for Moldova), it is recommended to confirm cold-weather operating conditions with the manufacturer and, if necessary, provide heating for the water line to prevent freezing.

Comparable solutions

PETRO-PACK is a complete petrol-station unit rather than an individual pneumatic component, so there are no direct equivalents among fitting and valve manufacturers such as SMC, Festo, Camozzi, Parker Legris, Metal Work, or EMC — these brands produce components that can be used when connecting such stations (quick couplings, pressure regulators, gauges), not complete stations themselves.

Comparable solutions on the market are tyre-inflation stations and posts from other manufacturers. When evaluating an alternative, it’s worth comparing:

Expert comment: mechanical posts (gun + gauge) are cheaper and simpler to maintain but require the customer to monitor pressure themselves. Electronic stations with an AWS-C-type controller are more convenient for self-service and reduce the risk of tyre over-inflation — a feature particularly valued at automated-service petrol stations.

Common installation mistakes

• Installing the station without foundation drainage — leads to water pooling around the housing and accelerated corrosion of fixing elements.
• Skipping a leak-tightness check of the air line after installation — leads to pressure loss and increased power consumption from more frequent compressor cycling.
• Using low-quality quick couplings that don’t match the station’s DIN standard — causes leaks and rapid wear of fittings.
• Placing the station in a location with limited vehicle access — reduces usability and increases customer service time.
• Failing to protect the water supply line from sub-zero temperatures in winter — risk of pipe freezing.

Practical use cases

• Petrol stations and fuel complexes — the primary scenario, self-service tyre inflation and water for washer fluid/radiator top-up.
• Self-service car washes — an additional service offered to customers after washing.
• Tyre and auto service centres — used by staff for precise inflation during seasonal tyre changes.
• Logistics and transport yards — servicing commercial vehicle fleets at site entry/exit points.

Expert opinion

“In Moldova’s climate, with its temperature swings and precipitation, it’s especially important for an outdoor tyre inflation station to have a stainless-steel housing and reliable moisture protection for its electronics. PETRO-PACK with the AWS-C controller is the solution we recommend for petrol stations and car washes in Chișinău and other Moldovan cities, where the equipment runs year-round without shelter. I’d also advise customers to plan site drainage and winter insulation of the water line in advance — these are the two points most often overlooked when installing this type of station,” — Vitali Boluchevski, Acvatron SRL.

FAQ

What is the maximum pressure PETRO-PACK can deliver? The station is rated for a maximum operating pressure of 12 bar.

Can PETRO-PACK be used for tyre inflation only, without water supply? Yes, the station supports both functions simultaneously, but connecting the water line is not required to use the tyre-inflation function.

Is the station suitable for year-round outdoor use in Moldova? The station is rated for operation up to +45 °C. For sub-zero operating conditions, it is recommended to confirm additional requirements with the manufacturer and provide freeze protection for the water circuit.

How is pressure controlled during tyre inflation? Via the built-in AWS-C controller, which provides precise, automatic pressure regulation.

Does the station require a separate receiver? No, the receiver is already integrated into the station housing together with the compressor.