From a dive centre or technical diving facility perspective, benefits include:
1. Greater self-sufficiency (on-site fills rather than outsourcing)
2. Faster turnaround between dives and cylinder changes
3. Ability to offer specialized services (e.g., high-oxygen fills, rebreather support)
4. Better control over gas purity, safety and scheduling
It’s important to factor in: initial equipment cost, drive-air/compressor cost, maintenance cost (e.g., seal kits, servicing), regulatory/inspection costs (for breathing-gas service), and space/installation requirements. Review how many fills you expect per month, and whether your centre’s operations will make the investment pay off compared to continued outsourcing.