Mobile Nitrogen Generator System for Container Use by Airon Industry

Mobile Nitrogen Generator System for Container Use by Airon Industry.

The vast majority of industrial production processes require inert gases of various purities because oxygen gas tends to participate in chemical reactions. Nitrogen (N₂), thanks to its inert nature, extremely low reactivity, and wide range of applications, has become one of the most critical components of the industrial gas market over the past 50 years.


The safe, continuous, and mobile production of nitrogen—used in the metal industry, oil and natural gas wells, inerting applications at chemical production and storage facilities, food packaging, the electronics industry, the heat treatment industry, and many other sectors—has now become a necessity.
In line with such needs across all sectors, container-based mobile nitrogen generator systems are increasingly in demand due to their portability, rapid deployment, modular design, and adaptability to various field conditions. One of the leading manufacturers in Turkey meeting the highest technical standards in this field is Airon Endüstri, which produces locally at its modern 5,000 m² factory in Istanbul.
Airon Endüstri integrates its NS Series Nitrogen Generators, based on PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) technology, into containers, offering businesses a highly efficient, low-air-ratio, energy-saving, and fully mobile N₂ production platform.

Airon Endüstri’s Expertise and Production Infrastructure

Airon Endüstri is one of the leading companies in Turkey in the production of PSA nitrogen and oxygen generators. At its 5,000 m² production facility in Beykoz, the company manufactures high volumes of PSA nitrogen generators, PSA oxygen generators, compressed air systems, and mobile (container or skid-mounted) gas production systems annually.

The company’s core engineering approach is based on three principles:

1. Energy Efficiency (Lowest air-to-nitrogen ratio)

The design used in the NS Series generators enables the production of nitrogen at maximum purity with a lower air factor compared to competitors. It produces nitrogen at every capacity with the lowest air factors, ranging from 95% to 99.999% purity. Airon NS Series nitrogen generators provide up to 30% energy savings compared to standard nitrogen generators thanks to their low air factors at every purity level.

2. Premium Quality Components

In Airon Industrial productions:

·        Process Valves - Bürkert (Germany) 316L grade stainless steel

·        Pneumatic equipment - SMC or Festo (Japan/Germany)

·        CMS - Carbotech (Germany)

·        PLC and HMI Control Panels - Siemens

are used. As a result, the systems have a field lifespan of 10–15 years, and maintenance costs are minimal.

3. Custom-Designed Solutions Tailored to Field Requirements

Airon develops modular solutions tailored to the mining, oil and gas, chemical, energy, and defense sectors. Container-based systems are designed to handle temperature, humidity,

General Description of Container-Based Mobile Nitrogen Systems

Container-based mobile nitrogen systems are created by installing a fully functional nitrogen generation system inside standard 10-foot, 20-foot, or 40-foot shipping containers. The system typically consists of the following equipment:

· Screw-type air compressor

· Refrigerated gas dryer

· Activated carbon and filter sets

· Airon NS Series PSA Nitrogen Generator

· Wet and dry air tanks

· Nitrogen buffer and storage tanks

· Electrical panel, Siemens PLC control unit

· Air conditioning, ventilation, appropriate type and thickness of insulation, and cabling infrastructure

· Buster compressors and nitrogen bundles (for systems requiring high pressure)

· Fuel tank meeting applicable standards (for systems with diesel compressors)


The primary purpose of these systems is to produce nitrogen at the desired purity and flow rate without the need for an independent power or air infrastructure.

Technical Operating Principle of Mobile Nitrogen Generator Systems

PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) Type NS Series Nitrogen Generator
The PSA process is based on the principle of trapping oxygen molecules under pressure using a carbon molecular sieve (CMS) and releasing nitrogen. Thanks to the twin-tower design, production is continuous, ensuring an uninterrupted flow of nitrogen gasA PSA system generally consists of the following components:
1. Pressurization and Adsorption – While the CMS in the first tower traps oxygen, nitrogen is released as the product
2. Pressure Equalization – Pressure is balanced between the tanks that have completed production and those about to begin production
3. Purge and Regeneration – The oxygen trapped inside the first tower, which has completed production, is released into the atmosphere, and the first tower is prepared for production again.

PSA Performance in Mobile Nitrogen Generator Systems

The critical factors affecting the performance of PSA nitrogen generators in mobile environments are as follows:

· Temperature fluctuations – Our mobile container-based nitrogen generator systems are designed to operate at temperatures ranging from -50°C to 50°C and are equipped with heaters and/or coolers, in addition to insulation, to ensure suitability for field conditions.

Vibration Effects – Our container-based nitrogen generator systems, equipped with buster compressors specifically for processes requiring high pressure, are manufactured with the necessary reinforcements and modifications (vibration- and impact-resistant connections, vibration compensators, column design, vibration isolators, etc.) to prevent damage from the adverse effects of vibration.

· Air Inlet Quality – Especially in our desert-type mobile container-based nitrogen generator systems, the air entering the container is conditioned and can be equipped with intake systems (filtered intake box, special active-ingredient filters, etc.) capable of removing dust of any fineness, organic matter, and harmful gases.

Technical Advantages of Container Integration with the Airon NS Series


1. Lowest Energy Consumption with a Low Air Ratio
Airon Industrial NS Series PSA generators consume less air compared to systems of equivalent capacity, thanks to their specialized column design and the use of high-performance CMS.
2. High Purity, High Flow Rate, Continuous Operation
· Purity: 95% – 99.999%
· Flow Rate: 1 Nm³/h – 500 Nm³/h (typically 5–150 Nm³/h in mobile applications)
3. Smart Automation with Siemens PLC

The system automatically:
· Monitors and prevents purity fluctuations
· Optimizes the purge rate based on operating conditions
· Adjusts compressor load by regulating production according to usage
· Switches to energy-saving mode in standby when not needed
4. Remote Monitoring and Diagnostics
Airon Industrial nitrogen generator systems can be equipped with an optional IoT-based remote control feature.
-Purity data
· Compressor load and fault status
· Temperature, dew point, and flow rate data
Can be monitored in real time and recorded.

Airon Industry Sets a New Standard in Mobile Nitrogen Production;
Container-based mobile nitrogen generator systems are the most suitable gas production method for a wide range of processes and applications, thanks to their versatility, high portability, energy efficiency, and ability to operate independently.
Airon Industry ensures reliable, fast, and economical nitrogen production on-site through its production infrastructure meeting international standards, engineering expertise, and high-performance NS Series PSA technology.

Container-based systems:

· Instant and uninterrupted N₂ production on-site
· Low energy costs and high safety
· Modular design and easy maintenance
· Stable operation even in harsh climates


thereby guaranteeing customers high performance for many years to come.
With its 5,000 m² modern factory, team of expert engineers, and use of premium components, Airon Endüstri continues to lead the industry in mobile nitrogen solutions as one of Turkey’s most reliable PSA manufacturers.