Verified Nov 2026
Chassis & Safety Systems
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Norfolk, Virginia
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Since 1976
Bauer Compressors Inc. is a privately held manufacturer of high-pressure compressors and purification systems, headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1976 as a subsidiary of the German BAUER KOMPRESSOREN Group, it employs between 200 and 500 people, with estimated revenue of $100-250 million. Its products serve automotive, medical, military-defense, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment markets. In October 2026, Alameda County awarded it a $99,692 maintenance contract.
Bauer Compressors Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1976
Headquarters
Norfolk, Virginia
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
439
Industries
Automotive
Medical
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
439
Named foreign suppliers
20
Top origins
Germany · Belize · United Arab Emirates · South Korea
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Bauer Compressors Inc..
What this tells a buyer
No customs shipment data is available for the company, but in October 2026 Alameda County awarded it a $99,692 maintenance contract, and in October 2026 the Mojave Air and Space Port awarded it a $9,405 equipment contract.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and produces SCBA breathing air compressors, compressed natural gas fueling systems, and rotary screw air compressors, including the BLP 9 Series announced in October 2026.
Bauer Compressors Inc. is privately held, with estimated annual revenue of $100-250 million and branch offices in cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Detroit, and Miami.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
50 years in operation (founded 1976).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Bauer Compressors Inc. is a privately held manufacturer of high-pressure compressors and purification systems, headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1976 as a subsidiary of the German BAUER KOMPRESSOREN Group, it employs between 200 and 500 people, with estimated revenue of $100-250 million. Its products serve automotive, medical, military-defense, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment markets. In October 2026, Alameda County awarded it a $99,692 maintenance contract.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1976 |
Headquarters | Norfolk, Virginia |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Chassis & Safety Systems |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Bauer Compressors Inc. makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and produces SCBA breathing air compressors, compressed natural gas fueling systems, and rotary screw air compressors, including the BLP 9 Series announced in October 2026.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Steel, Valve (source: bauercomp.com).
Certifications
Bauer Compressors Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — bauercomp.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs shipment data is available for the company, but in October 2026 Alameda County awarded it a $99,692 maintenance contract, and in October 2026 the Mojave Air and Space Port awarded it a $9,405 equipment contract. US customs bill-of-lading records list 439 inbound shipments across 20 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Belize · United Arab Emirates · South Korea.
Latest developments
2026-10-30 — BAUER Expands Low-Pressure Compressor Line with BLP™ 9 Series Rotary Screw Air Compressors | Compressed Air Best Practices (airbestpractices.com)
2026-10-05 — Alameda County Awards $99,692 Maintenance Contract to Bauer Compressor Inc (October 2026) (civiciq.com)
2026-10-04 — Mojave Air And Space Port Awards $9,405 Equipment Contract to Bauer Compressors Inc (October 2026) (civiciq.com)
2026-06-11 — BAUER Enters Low-pressure Market with BLP 3 Series Rotary Screw Air Compressors | Compressed Air Best Practices (airbestpractices.com)
2026-02-09 — We were honored to host Congresswoman Jen Kiggans at the BAUER campus in Norfolk. (linkedin.com)
2026-02-07 — It was a pleasure to visit Bauer Compressors in Norfolk yesterday! As a Virginia company that’s been manufacturing high-pressure compressor systems for 50 years, Bauer’s continued expansion, including growing capacity for hydrogen … | Jen Kiggans (linkedin.com)
Facilities
Bauer Compressors Inc. is headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia. Public sources also reference these locations:
Norfolk, VA — biogascommunity.com
California — bauercomp.com
Norfolk, Virginia — bauercomp.com
Company details
Bauer Compressors Inc. is privately held, with estimated annual revenue of $100-250 million and branch offices in cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Detroit, and Miami. Bauer Compressors Inc. was founded in 1976, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 50 years in operation (founded 1976). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Bauer Compressors Inc. make?
Bauer Compressors Inc. is a privately held manufacturer of high-pressure compressors and purification systems, headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1976 as a subsidiary of the German BAUER KOMPRESSOREN Group, it employs between 200 and 500 people, with estimated revenue of $100-250 million. Its products serve automotive, medical, military-defense, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment markets. In October 2026, Alameda County awarded it a $99,692 maintenance contract.
Where is Bauer Compressors Inc. headquartered?
Bauer Compressors Inc. is headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia (1328 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, Virginia, 23502).
When was Bauer Compressors Inc. founded?
Bauer Compressors Inc. was founded in 1976.
How big is Bauer Compressors Inc.?
Bauer Compressors Inc. has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Bauer Compressors Inc. hold?
Bauer Compressors Inc. lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Bauer Compressors Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 439 inbound shipments for Bauer Compressors Inc., with top origins including Germany · Belize · United Arab Emirates · South Korea.
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