Hightech Industrial Access Expands Specialist Access Capability with Addition of BA Diesel Operated Compressor

Posted on 15 May 2026

Hightech Industrial Access (HIA) is pleased to announce the latest addition to its specialist operational fleet with the acquisition of a new Breathing Air (BA) Diesel Operated Compressor system, significantly enhancing the company’s capability to deliver permanent line-fed breathing air solutions across complex and arduous working environments.

This strategic investment strengthens Hightech’s position as a leading provider of specialist industrial access, confined space operations, and work-at-height solutions throughout high-risk industrial sectors.

The new BA compressor system enables Hightech teams to support prolonged duration breathing apparatus operations through continuous line-fed air supply, allowing safe and efficient access into environments where conventional access methods or standard respiratory protection arrangements may be insufficient.

The capability expansion is particularly valuable for operations involving:

• Hazardous confined space entry
• Hazardous atmospheres
• Industrial shutdowns and maintenance projects
• High-risk rescue standby operations
• Complex engineering environments requiring sustained BA support

The addition of permanent line-fed BA capability further reinforces Hightech’s commitment to delivering innovative, safety-led access solutions for clients operating in challenging industrial environments.

“Our investment in this specialist BA compressor system represents another major step forward in expanding the services and operational support we can provide to our clients,” said James Somers Managing Director for Hightech Industrial Access.

“Hightech has always specialised in accessing arduous and technically demanding locations. This new capability enhances our operational flexibility and allows us to support projects requiring prolonged breathing apparatus operations with greater efficiency, safety, and resilience.”

Hightech Industrial Access has built a reputation for delivering specialist services in environments where conventional contractors cannot operate safely or effectively. Combining advanced rope access techniques, confined space expertise, rescue capability, and technical industrial services, the company continues to diversify and evolve its operational offering to meet growing industry demands.

The company’s highly trained teams remain at the forefront of specialist industrial access, with extensive experience providing:

• Rope access services
• Confined space entry teams
• Technical rescue cover
• Working at height operations
• Industrial maintenance support
• Inspection and engineering access solutions

This latest investment reflects Hightech’s continued commitment to operational excellence, workforce capability, and providing industry-leading specialist access solutions across the UK industrial sector.

For further information about Hightech Industrial Access and its specialist services, please contact:

Hightech Industrial Access
Email: info@hightech-access.co.uk
Website: www.hightech-access.co.uk