Used Gardner Denver Equipment Sold by Meadoworks

Gardner Denver traces its origins to 1859, when Robert Gardner founded the Gardner Governor Company in Quincy, Illinois, initially producing speed controls for steam engines. In 1927 the company merged with Denver Rock Drill Manufacturing Company to form Gardner-Denver Company, broadening its scope into mining, oil field, and construction equipment. After a period as part of Cooper Industries, the compressed air and industrial machinery divisions were spun off as an independent Gardner Denver in 1994, and the company has since grown through strategic acquisitions and continuous product development into a global leader in compression technology.

Gardner Denver's industrial air compressor portfolio spans rotary screw, reciprocating, rotary vane, and centrifugal technologies. The Electra Saver and Electra Saver II series are among the most widely installed rotary screw compressors in North America, built on slow-speed 1800 RPM design principles and featuring the patented Turn Valve technology for efficient variable-displacement capacity control. The VS Series delivers variable speed rotary screw performance in the 34 to 335 HP range, matching compressor output precisely to demand for maximum energy savings. The L-Series rounds out the fixed-speed rotary screw lineup with a compact footprint and whisper-quiet enclosure, while the A-Series reciprocating compressors serve high-pressure and intermittent-duty applications up to 350 PSIG.

Gardner Denver air compressors serve virtually every sector of industrial production. General manufacturing and assembly plants rely on the rotary screw lineup for continuous plant air. Food and beverage processors depend on both lubricated and oil-free configurations to meet hygiene and contamination-control requirements. Pharmaceutical and electronics manufacturers specify oil-free models where air purity is critical. The petroleum, chemical, mining, wastewater treatment, and aerospace industries also count Gardner Denver among their preferred compressed air suppliers.

Buyers seeking used Gardner Denver air compressors are drawn to the brand's reputation for exceptional build quality and longevity — Electra Saver units routinely accumulate tens of thousands of operating hours before requiring major service. The widespread authorized distributor network means OEM parts, lubricants, and technical support remain readily available for older machines, keeping lifecycle costs low. The VS Series variable speed drives and Turn Valve technology translate directly into lower energy bills, making a used Gardner Denver compressor an attractive investment even years after original manufacture. Strong resale values and a deep secondary market reflect the confidence buyers place in these machines.

Meadoworks is your trusted source for used Gardner Denver equipment. As third-generation industrial equipment dealers and AMEA-certified appraisers with over 50 years of experience, we offer quality-inspected Gardner Denver machines at competitive prices. Most of our Gardner Denver inventory sells before we can list it online — call 800-323-0307 for equipment not yet listed.

Every machine includes detailed specifications and high-resolution photos, and inspection visits are available for most equipment. We ship worldwide with experienced rigging partners and offer financing for qualified buyers. Have Gardner Denver equipment to sell? Get a free valuation or contact our team.