A radial vane type machine intended for production of compressed gaseous and vaporous fluids with industrial scale measures of compression amplification and throughput. Fluid compression is accomplished by mechanical volume manipulation but without the use of reciprocating pistons and/or intermittently operating mechanical valves. The machine incorporates features for thermal control necessary for high performance single stage pressure amplification, and features for minimization of mechanical friction necessary to ensure functional viability. The physical and input power characteristics of the machine are compatible with the physical and output power characteristics of modem, commercially available internal combustion and electrical power sources. Compared with reciprocating piston type fluid compressors the machine potentially offers substantial measures of excellence in terms of vibration-free operation, functional efficiency, reliability, and power density relative to both space and weight criteria.