Campbell Hausfeld
About Campbell Hausfeld
Few brands in the power equipment world can claim a legacy as deep as Campbell Hausfeld. Campbell Hausfeld traces its origins all the way back to 1836, when Alexander Campbell established a wagon-making operation in Harrison, Ohio. What began as a business crafting farm tools and horse-drawn carriages evolved steadily over nearly two centuries into one of the most recognized names in compressed air technology.
The pivotal moment came in 1940, when the company entered the air compressor market by acquiring the designs for the Pressure King Air Compressor. From that point forward, air power became the brand's defining mission. By 1945, Campbell Hausfeld had begun producing air tools as well, cementing its reputation as a full-service compressed air solutions provider. Today, the brand bills itself as The Air Power Expert™ — a title earned through decades of continuous innovation in compressor design, pneumatic tooling, and accessories.
A Brand Built for Professionals and DIYers Alike
One of Campbell Hausfeld's greatest strengths is its ability to serve users across the entire skill spectrum. Whether you're a weekend tinkerer inflating tires in the garage or a professional technician running impact wrenches in a collision repair shop, the brand offers equipment scaled to the task. Their lineup spans portable pancake compressors for light-duty home use, all the way up to stationary two-stage units designed for demanding commercial environments.
The company has long focused on making air power accessible and practical. Features like oil-free pump designs reduce maintenance demands, while digital-ready interfaces on newer models put performance data at the operator's fingertips. In 2016, Campbell Hausfeld introduced a line of Quiet Compressors that significantly cut noise output compared to conventional models — a welcome development for home shop users and noise-sensitive work environments.
Pneumatic Tools and Accessories
Beyond compressors, Campbell Hausfeld offers a comprehensive ecosystem of pneumatic tools — from air impact wrenches and ratchets to nailers, spray guns, and grinders. The brand also produces a range of accessories designed to condition and protect compressed air systems, including inline water filters and treatment systems that remove moisture and contaminants from air lines. Clean, dry air is essential for protecting downstream tools and achieving quality results in painting and finishing applications, making these accessories a natural extension of the Campbell Hausfeld product family.
A Legacy of Reliability
Currently a brand under MAT Industries LLC, Campbell Hausfeld continues to build on a manufacturing tradition that spans nearly 190 years. Automotive service facilities, body shops, fleet maintenance operations, and home hobbyists have long trusted Campbell Hausfeld equipment to perform consistently under real-world conditions. When you reach for a Campbell Hausfeld compressor or pneumatic tool, you're drawing on one of the longest-standing legacies in American manufacturing.