Portable Climate & HVAC: manufacturers, specs and reference projects

Temporary and spot climate control for venues and events: portable cooling and heating units, evaporative coolers, misting systems and rental climate equipment, plus venue energy/HVAC services.

Our database currently lists 11 Portable Climate & HVAC manufacturers & suppliers and 37 products in this category. The most documented include Aggreko, Andrews Sykes, Patterson Fan Co., AirMax Fans and ICS Cool Energy. Suppliers are headquartered mainly in United States (7), United Kingdom (3) and Canada (1). Between them they have 15 reference installations on file.

Typical products and sub-types: Portable AC and spot coolers, evaporative cooling and misting systems, event heating, dehumidification rental, HVAC and energy services for venues.

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Portable Climate & HVAC suppliers (11)

Aggreko (United Kingdom)
Glasgow-headquartered global rental provider of temporary power, heating, cooling and engineered energy systems.
Andrews Sykes (United Kingdom)
Wednesbury (UK) climate-control hire company operating 30+ UK/Ireland depots, renting portable air conditioning, chillers, heaters and boilers for exhibitions, outdoor events and hospitality venues with 4-hour rapid delivery.
Patterson Fan Co. (United States)
Blythewood, South Carolina industrial fan manufacturer (est. 1989) with a dedicated recreation & entertainment line — HVLS ceiling fans, portable high-velocity units and stainless-steel fans for water parks — marketed to theme parks, FECs…
AirMax Fans (United States)
Florence, South Carolina fan manufacturer with a dedicated Recreation & Amusement Park Fans line — misting fans for queue cooling, HVLS ceiling fans, portable and stroller units, and custom powder-coated fans matched to park branding…
ICS Cool Energy (United Kingdom)
Totton, Southampton (UK) industrial chiller and portable air-conditioning rental company (serving conventions and festivals since 1989) offering event-specific cooling — units up to 1.4MW — with full delivery, installation and on-site…
KwiKool (United States)
Stafford, Texas manufacturer (est. 1997) of portable spot-cooling air conditioners for server rooms, industrial and healthcare facilities, with a catalog line for outdoor event and supplemental/emergency venue cooling.
KoolFog (United States)
Thousand Palms, California misting and fog system specialist with 35+ years serving theme parks, zoos and water parks — offers guest-comfort misting for queues, plazas and dining areas alongside themed fog effects for dark rides…
Mee Industries (MeeFog) (United States)
Monrovia, California manufacturer of ultra-high-pressure (2,000 psi) fog and misting systems used at amusement parks, zoos and aquariums — installations include Knott's Berry Farm and Universal Studios — for both guest cooling and…
Cool-A-Zone (United States)
Houston, Texas supplier of portable climate equipment - evaporative and portable air conditioners, propane heaters, heat pumps and dehumidifiers - used to cool or heat outdoor venues including amusement and water parks (IAAPA exhibitor).
MovinCool (United States)
DENSO-owned brand of portable spot-cooling air conditioners; its Climate Pro X and Classic Series units are catalog products marketed for festivals, concerts, sporting events and other outdoor entertainment venues needing quick-deploy…
Waterplay Solutions Corp (Canada)
Canadian (Kelowna, BC) manufacturer of splash pads and interactive aquatic play equipment for municipal and commercial water-play venues; part of the MAKR Group portfolio of playground/aquatic brands.

Portable Climate & HVAC products and specs (37)

Aggreko – Air Conditioner Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Temporary commercial and industrial air-conditioning fleet for event, seasonal, supplemental and emergency cooling.
1-ton: 1.9 × 2.2 × 3.5 ft; 70-ton: 7.4 × 13 × 8.1 ft · 1–70 tons; 115 V single-phase at 1 ton to 480 V three-phase at 70 tons
Aggreko – GT Series Cooling Towers — Aggreko
Patented compact temporary cooling-tower family comprising trailer-mounted GT10 and containerized GT20/GT40 systems.
Approximately 8 ft wide × 10–40 ft long × 9.5 ft high · Listed GT-20 and GT-40 configurations span 200–1,000 tons; individual-unit water flow up to 3,800 GPM
Aggreko – Hydronic Heater Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Portable hydronic heaters circulating heated water-glycol fluid for even, distributed heat with reduced ducting losses.
900,000 BTU example: 4.75 × 5.3 × 8.2 ft · 900,000–2,000,000 BTU/h; diesel, natural-gas or propane
Aggreko – Indirect-Fired Heater Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Portable indirect-fired heaters delivering clean, dry, flame-free and fume-free heat to confined interiors or large open spaces.
500,000 BTU model: 5.58 × 2.67 × 4.33 ft; 1,500,000 BTU model: 12.79 × 3.60 × 6.23 ft · 500,000–1,500,000 BTU/h; diesel, natural-gas or propane options
Aggreko – RT Trailer-Mounted Cooling Tower — Aggreko
Trailer-mounted refrigeration-ton cooling tower for temporary high-volume HVAC and process support.
21.5 ft long; 10.25 ft substructure height; 14,970 lb shipping weight · 800 tons; 600–2,160 GPM; 45–145 °F leaving-fluid range
KwiKool – AtticMaster (KAM14) — KwiKool
High-static portable spot cooler ("spot cooling on steroids") for hard-to-reach, high-ambient applications, pumping cold air up to 90ft via ducting.
22x22x48in · 13,700 BTU/h (1.1-ton); ducted cold air throw up to 90 ft
KwiKool – KPO Series (Indoor/Outdoor High-Capacity) — KwiKool
High-static, high-capacity portable coolers explicitly rated for indoor/outdoor difficult-to-solve cooling applications.
32x48x49in (KPO5) up to 72x72x62in skid-mounted (KPO25) · 60,000–270,000 BTU/h (5–25 ton) across KPO5/KPO12/KPO25 models
MovinCool – Climate Pro X Series — MovinCool
Portable spot-cooling air conditioners rated for outdoor/event use, with programmable operation and wireless-connectivity readiness.
~3.5–4.5 sq ft floor space (model-dependent) · 13,200–24,000 BTU/h across X14/X20/X26 models
Aggreko – Air-Cooled Chiller Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Modular, mobile air-cooled chillers for temporary, supplemental and emergency HVAC or process cooling.
10–420 tons (approximately 50–800 kW); leaving-fluid temperatures down to -22 °F
Aggreko – Desiccant Dehumidifier Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Commercial and industrial desiccant dehumidifiers for precise indoor humidity control, drying, condensation prevention and water-damage recovery.
2,000–15,000 CFM; up to 969 gallons of moisture removal per day
Aggreko – Electric Heater Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Modular electric heaters for temporary indoor and outdoor heating, including low-noise event applications.
50–150 kW
Aggreko – Spot Cooler Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Portable spot-cooling line for targeted comfort, process, maintenance and emergency cooling in smaller interior zones.
Water- and air-cooled mobile units up to 5 tons
Andrews Sykes – Cooling Fans — Andrews Sykes
High-volume cooling fans for hire, for events and hospitality venues.
up to 37,000 m³/h airflow
Andrews Sykes – High Performance Air Conditioners — Andrews Sykes
Higher-capacity air conditioning units for hire, for larger temporary venue installations needing up to 90kW of cooling.
up to 90 kW cooling capacity
Andrews Sykes – Split Type Air Conditioners — Andrews Sykes
Split-system air conditioning units for hire, sized for exhibitions, outdoor events and hospitality venues.
4–17 kW cooling capacity
Cool-A-Zone – AstroChill Portable AC (C100) — Cool-A-Zone
24,000 BTU/h cooling capacity
ICS Cool Energy – Cool Clima — ICS Cool Energy
Large-volume-air-movement spot cooler for event hire.
7.3 kW cooling capacity, 1,450 m³/hr airflow
ICS Cool Energy – Portable AC CE Series — ICS Cool Energy
Compact, quiet portable air conditioners for event hire, positioned as "Powerful & Quiet"; CE 3.5 model adds an LED display.
2.6–3.5 kW cooling capacity (CE 2.6: 450 m³/hr airflow)
KoolFog – Misting Pump Systems (Mojave/Sahara/Oasis/Atacama) — KoolFog
grouped high-pressure misting pump lineup for guest-comfort cooling in queues, plazas, walkways and dining areas via evaporative mist.
~5 GPM at 1,000 psi (Atacama Direct Drive A5.0-DD flagship pump, 5HP TEFC motor)
Aggreko – AG Series Cooling Towers — Aggreko
CTI-certified modular evaporative cooling-tower family in AG-4, AG-6, AG-8 and AG-10 capacities.
AG-4 approximately 12 × 12 × 11 ft; AG-10 approximately 34 × 12 × 11 ft · 400–1,000 tons; 1,200–3,000 GPM
Aggreko – Air Handler Rental Fleet — Aggreko
Electric rental air-handling units for temporary cooling, heating and moisture-control systems at commercial sites and large events.
10-, 20-, 50-, 120- and 140-ton models; low-temperature versions to -20 °F
Aggreko – Water-Cooled Chiller Rental Fleet — Aggreko
High-capacity temporary water-cooled chiller line for planned or emergency cooling.
500- and 1,000-ton models; temperatures down to -6 °C (-21 °F)
AirMax – HVLS Ceiling Fans — AirMax Fans
Large ceiling-mounted air-circulation fans for covered amusement-park and recreation spaces, offered in Commercial HVLS and Brevis 3-blade configurations.
AirMax – Misting Fans — AirMax Fans
Misting fan line for cooling guests queuing outdoors, offered as a Misting Ring, Outdoor Oscillators and a standalone Portable Fan Unit; custom powder-coat finishes available to match park branding.
AirMax – Stroller Fans — AirMax Fans
Personal-comfort clip-on fan line for guests with strollers, offered as standard Stroller Fans and a Heavy Duty Pedestal Stroller Fan variant.
Andrews Sykes – Evaporative Coolers — Andrews Sykes
Evaporative cooling units for hire, suited to areas without external exhaust access.
Andrews Sykes – Exhaust Tube Air Conditioners — Andrews Sykes
Plug-and-play portable AC units that vent via an exhaust tube rather than an external condenser, suited to marquees and pop-up venues without external wall access.
Cool-A-Zone – Evaporative Cooler Line (Breeze/Blast/Chill series) — Cool-A-Zone
Coverage area/tank capacity not published per model; footprint not published.
ICS Cool Energy – Spot Cooler Series — ICS Cool Energy
Large-volume-air-movement spot coolers for event hire: Spot Cooler 6.7 (6.7kW, 1,170 m³/hr), 8.2 (8.2kW, 1,500 m³/hr) and 10 (10.25kW, 2,000 m³/hr).
6.7–10.25 kW cooling capacity, 1,170–2,000 m³/hr airflow across 3 models
KoolFog – Fog Effects Systems — KoolFog
Themed fog-effect systems combined with misting technology for dark rides, attractions and immersive themed environments, integrating with ride control systems for storytelling.
KwiKool – Iceberg Series (KIB/KWIB) — KwiKool
Air-cooled (KIB) and water-cooled (KWIB) portable spot coolers spanning 11 capacity models.
16x36x37in (smallest model) up to 33x58x69in (largest, 10-ton) · 13,850–120,000 BTU/h (1.1–10 ton) across 11 models
Mee Industries (MeeFog) – CloudMaker — Mee Industries (MeeFog)
Portable, plug-and-play misting unit for patios, poolside cooling, small outdoor events, and seasonal displays (e.g. Halloween fog).
Single portable unit; 50 ft hose reach — coverage/flow-rate not published
Mee Industries (MeeFog) – MeeFog High-Pressure Fog System — Mee Industries (MeeFog)
Ultra-high-pressure water fog system producing sub-10-micron, residue-free droplets for both guest cooling (misting) and themed fog effects at amusement parks, zoos and aquariums; installations include Knott's Berry Farm's Timber Mountain Log Ride and…
2,000 psi operating pressure; average droplet size below 10 microns via 0.006in (150-micron) nozzle orifice
Patterson Fan Co. – Cage Fan — Patterson Fan Co.
CFM and dimensions not published (product detail page unavailable).
Patterson Fan Co. – DB Quiet Fan — Patterson Fan Co.
CFM and dimensions not published (product detail page unavailable).
Patterson Fan Co. – High-Velocity Fan — Patterson Fan Co.
Airflow/CFM, coverage area and dimensions not published on the site (product detail page unavailable).
Patterson Fan Co. – V-Series HVLS Ceiling Fan — Patterson Fan Co.
CFM and dimensions not published (product detail page unavailable).

Frequently asked questions

Who are the main Portable Climate & HVAC manufacturers & suppliers?

We track 11 companies supplying Portable Climate & HVAC, including Aggreko, Andrews Sykes, Patterson Fan Co., AirMax Fans and ICS Cool Energy. The largest clusters are in United States (7), United Kingdom (3) and Canada (1). 4 of them have documented reference installations, which is usually the best shortlist filter.

How much space is needed for Portable Climate & HVAC?

8 of the 37 products in this category publish a footprint. Examples: KwiKool – AtticMaster (KAM14) — 22x22x48in; Aggreko – Hydronic Heater Rental Fleet — 900,000 BTU example: 4.75 × 5.3 × 8.2 ft; MovinCool – Climate Pro X Series — ~3.5–4.5 sq ft floor space (model-dependent). Space requirements vary with layout and theming, so treat published figures as a starting envelope and confirm with the supplier.

What throughput or capacity can Portable Climate & HVAC products achieve?

19 products publish a capacity figure. Examples: Aggreko – Electric Heater Rental Fleet — 50–150 kW; Andrews Sykes – Split Type Air Conditioners — 4–17 kW cooling capacity; Andrews Sykes – Cooling Fans — up to 37,000 m³/h airflow. Throughput depends on vehicle count, dispatch interval and operations, so compare like with like.

Which Portable Climate & HVAC suppliers have reference installations?

4 of the 11 suppliers have documented installations on file, 15 in total — for example Aggreko (Glastonbury Festival – Worthy Farm, United Kingdom (2019)), KoolFog (Sturgeon Fog Play Feature – Pier 26 Science Playground, Hudson River Park, USA (2025)) and Mee Industries (MeeFog) (Louisiana Children's Museum – New Orleans, United States (2019)). Ask the database for installations in a market comparable to yours.

What counts as Portable Climate & HVAC, and what is classified elsewhere?

Temporary and spot climate control for venues and events: portable cooling and heating units, evaporative coolers, misting systems and rental climate equipment, plus venue energy/HVAC services. Not included here: Fixed dehumidification plant for indoor waterparks → Water Filtration & Maintenance (facility side). Guest drying machines → Body Dryers.

How do I shortlist a Portable Climate & HVAC supplier?

Start from your venue type, available space and target audience, then filter by reference installations in a comparable market. Ask the database: describe your project and it returns the Portable Climate & HVAC suppliers and products that fit, with specs and reference projects.