This section provides an overview for portable air conditioners as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 41 portable air conditioner manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked portable air conditioner companies as of April, 2024: 1.Shanghai Glomro Industrial Co., Ltd., 2.Zhejiang Oulun Electric Co., Ltd., 3.Shenzhen Olyair Electric Appliances Co.,Ltd.
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A portable air conditioner, also known as a spot air conditioner or spot cooler, is a compact cooling device. Unlike regular air conditioners, portable air conditioners require manual emptying of accumulated water from an internal tank, as they lack an automatic water discharge mechanism. They function exclusively as coolers and do not produce warm air.
Portable air conditioners are primarily used for spot cooling in large spaces such as factories, warehouses, outdoor areas, and other large venues. They are effective in delivering cool air directly to specific areas or individuals, helping to prevent heat stroke during hot conditions. These units are not intended for cooling entire rooms but are ideal for targeted cooling.
Portable air conditioners work similarly to regular air conditioners, with a compressor and heat exchanger. They draw in air, cool it internally, and discharge cooled air while simultaneously expelling hot air generated during the cooling process. Some models come equipped with a special duct for external hot air discharge. Accumulated water in the unit's tank needs regular manual emptying, although some models feature a mechanism to evaporate this water and release it with the exhaust air.
Cooling capacity is measured in kilowatts (kW). Higher values indicate greater power and cooling efficiency. For commercial use, a capacity of 2.5kW is recommended, while for home use, a capacity of 2.0kW or less is advised.
Choose between 100V and 200V power sources. For home use or smaller units, the 100V type with a standard plug is recommended for its lower power consumption and higher efficiency.
While residential units typically have one vent, commercial portable air conditioners may have multiple vents. More vents allow for broader usage but may reduce the amount of air blown per outlet.
Consider the usage environment as portable air conditioners' effectiveness can vary based on location. Larger models are available for crowded areas like highway service areas and outdoor events.
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Russells Technical Products, founded in 1972 with headquarters in India, is a manufacturer of environmental test chambers and systems. The company's product line includes pre-engineered temperature and humidity chambers, thermal shock chambers, dynamometer chambers, environmental rooms, and industrial cryogenic freezers. Russells Technical's test chambers are found in various industries, including defense, automotive, aviation, renewable energy, and biotechnology. Russells Technical Products also provides custom test chamber design, engineering, and production to meet client needs.
Honeywell International Inc. was founded in 1885 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Honeywell is a diversified technology and manufacturing company to global customers in many industries such as aerospace, building technologies, performance materials, manufacturing, and safety. Honeywell produces hardware and software solutions for each industry it serves. In building technologies, Honeywell designs access controls, electrical and wiring, fire life safety, and employee training services. In aerospace, Honeywell designs cockpit systems and displays, engines, cabin management and cleaning, and health and usage monitoring.
Oceanaire, Inc., Founded in 1997 and based in Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States, is a manufacturer of portable air- and water-cooled conditioning units and portable heat pumps. The company also offers other products like heating and cooling components and service parts. The coolers manufactured are used for commercial and industrial use in different industries such as retail, IT server rooms, hospitals, emergency and buildings. The company produces portable air conditioners in capacities 12,000 to 144,000 BTU’s and distributes them to the US and Canada.
Foshan Blueway Electric Appliances Co. Ltd., located in Guangdong, China, is a liquid heating and cooling equipment subsidiary manufacturer and supplier established by Blueway in 2011. The company's products include heat pumps and air-conditioning products for residential and commercial operations, related electrical components, such as titanium heat exchangers and water tanks, and conventional heat pump spare parts. It also provides custom solutions, with proven experience in evaporative condensers for industrial plant HVAC systems, air conditioners for energy storage containers, and indoor swimming pool heating systems suitable for hospitality providers.
Shanghai Shenglin M&E Technology Co., Ltd.,headquartered in Shanghai, China, is a manufacturer of refrigeration units and air conditioning units. The company provides central air conditioners like roof-top air conditioners, precision air conditioners, water chillers, and air handling units as well as condensers and evaporators to be used in air conditioners, heat pumps, fan coils, air handling units, drinking machines and other areas. It also provides dry coolers for machine cooling, process cooling, oil cooling, immersion cooling and cold room cooling. The company also provides complete solutions for wastewater treatment, textile factory, cooling systems and other applications.
Tripti, established in 2010 and based in New York City, New York, serves as a manufacturer and trader of air quality and environmental control equipment. Its product range includes dehumidifiers for humidity control, ultrasonic humidifiers for moisture regulation, water coolers for chilled drinking water, and wood seasoning plants to prevent defects in wood. These products find applications in diverse industries, including construction, manufacturing, and domestic settings, offering solutions for air-related needs.
Airmyth Environment Technology Limited, based out of Kowloon, Hong Kong, China, is an industrial, commercial, and residential air conditioner and component designer, manufacturer, and supplier. The company's wide range of products includes domestic wall-mounted split air conditioners, event marquee-use air conditioners, and single-packaged industrial central air conditioning units. These products are used to control temperature and humidity in a range of spaces, from single rooms and restaurants to mega shopping malls. The company offers custom HVAC design, delivery, and installation, as well as original equipment manufacturing services.
Zero Aircon Technology, established in 2013 and based in Katemanavli, Kalyan East, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of air conditioning and ventilation products. The company's product range includes high wall FCU, Honeywell room thermostats, tower AC, circular inline fans, and high static fan coil units. These products are used for efficient cooling, temperature regulation, and air circulation in various settings. It primarily serves industries requiring ventilation, cooling, and HVAC systems. The company also offers services such as ventilation designing and contracting, air conditioning designing and contracting, and HVAC system designing and contracting.
Toshiba Lifestyle Products & Services Corporation, located in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa, Japan, has been a manufacturer and distributor of household appliances since 1875. The company offers a diverse range of home appliances, including refrigerators, microwaves, vacuum cleaners, irons, and rice cookers, along with washing machines, and air conditioners. With seven domestic group companies and nine overseas bases in Asia, it also operates five manufacturing plants and four sales companies in Thailand, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. The company distributes its products and services to customers worldwide.
AIR ROVER, INC. is a manufacturer and supplier of portable environmental control products for use in the commercial and defense sectors that was established in 1984 in Texas, USA. The company’s product lineup includes environmental control units for heating and cooling of modular compartments, air purification system upgrades for HVAC units, and portable air conditioners for ad hoc climate control operations. The company is ISO 9001, AS9100 and MIL-STD-810 certified, and chiefly serves military and government-affiliated clients.
P.C. Richard & Son, founded in the United States in 1909, is a supplier of appliances and electronics. The company's product portfolio includes a diverse selection of appliances, including kitchen appliances, laundry appliances, and electronic product lines including televisions, audio systems, cameras, home entertainment systems, and a variety of gadgets. The company is the largest chain of private, family-owned electronics and appliances stores in the United States and has shops in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
Ranking as of April 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Shanghai Glomro Industrial Co., Ltd. |
7.8%
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2 | Zhejiang Oulun Electric Co., Ltd. |
4.7%
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3 | Shenzhen Olyair Electric Appliances Co.,Ltd |
4.7%
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4 | Whirlpool Corporation |
4.7%
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5 | P.C. Richard & Son |
4.7%
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6 | AmeriCool, LLC |
4.7%
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7 | Oceanaire, Inc |
4.7%
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8 | Honeywell International Inc |
4.7%
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9 | Shanghai Topaire Air Conditioning Co., Ltd. |
3.1%
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10 | KEYCOOL |
3.1%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the portable air conditioner page as of April 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China | 18 | 60.0% |
United States of America | 9 | 30.0% |
India | 3 | 10.0% |