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This section provides an overview for vortex coolers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 9 vortex cooler manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked vortex cooler companies as of December, 2024: 1.Knight Pneumatics Pty Ltd, 2.nVent HOFFMAN, 3.VORTEC.
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A vortex cooler is a small cooler that does not use refrigerants such as chlorofluorocarbons.
The vortex effect, caused by the structure of internal components called vortex tubes, can create cold air as cold as minus 60 degrees Celsius using compressed air. The temperature of the cold air is determined by the cold air ratio on the hot air side. Hot air produced by heat exchange inside the cooler is automatically discharged. Since there are no moving parts, there is no need to worry about breakdowns, and maintenance is not required.
The use of dry, clean air from which impurities have been removed is recommended for stable cool air production.
Vortex coolers are used for cooling purposes in production sites. Specifically, it is used to cool high-temperature solder, knives, etc., and for rapid cooling during plastic processing. Vortex coolers are also widely used in various other fields, such as cooling electronic equipment and control boxes.
Compressor air is passed through a tube called a vortex tube, which uses the vortex effect to enable cool air output. No refrigerant or electricity is used.
A special component called a bushing generator in the vortex tube works to rotate the supplied compressed air at high speed. By utilizing the characteristic of air to lose some of its pressure as it expands, the system separates the cold air that has lost heat from the hot air that has absorbed heat.
The outer airflow toward the hot air outlet and the inner airflow toward the cold air outlet rotate in both directions, creating intense turbulence that results in a single mass. Energy is carried from the inner airflow outward as heat, allowing air of different temperatures to be discharged.
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Vortec, was established in 1961, is a manufacturing company providing expertly designed compressed air solutions that improve efficiency and increase productivity based in the United States. The company became the first company to develop technology for converting the vortex tube phenomenon into practical, effective industrial cooling solutions. It has been continued to refine and expand vortex tube applications, as well as develop air amplification products for more efficient use of compressed air in cleaning and conveying applications. In 1990, it was purchased by Illinois Tool Works; and is now part of the ITW Air Management business unit.
Axis Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a company established in 1999 based in Gujarat, India, is a manufacturer of analytical and analyzer system solutions. It manufactures analytical and analyzers such as EQMS analyzers, analyzer shelters, purge panels, and HVAC. Its manufactured products cater to petrochemical, refineries, mining, and chemical industries. Its product market covers several regions, such as India, SAARC countries, Europe, the Middle East, and the EMEA. The company obtained ISO 9001:2008, ISO 9001:2000, ISO 9001:2015, SAP systems, and Atex certifications. It also collaborates with brands such as Knick, Hoffman, ADFWeb, Seneca, and Stego.
San Air Tools, established in 1978 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, is an exporter and manufacturer of pneumatic tools and industrial cleaning equipment. The company’s products include air agitators, drum stirrers, and air vane motors catering to automobiles, construction, and chemical plant industries. Its product features include operational efficiency, corrosion resistance, and high material strength. The company has key partnerships with Landmark-ITW Vortec and Paxton brands, and Count Mahindra and Mahindra Limited. It offers customization options based on size, dimensions, and materials and provides after-sale support, including user manuals and operational training.
Nex Flow Air Products Corp. was established in 1993 and based in Ontario, Canada, as a manufacturer of compressed air-operated products and accessories. Its products include air amplifiers and knives, air-operated conveyors, safety air blowoff guns, and air optimization products. It also manufactures compressed air accessories like stainless steel shim kits and temperature sensing labels. Its products comply with NEMA standards and are utilized for pharmaceutical, metalworking, general manufacturing, and automotive industries across North America, Thailand, Malaysia, India, and Indonesia. The company partnered with companies like Samsung, Ford, Nestle, and Toyota. It acquired NEMA 12, NEMA 3R, and NEMA 4-4x certifications.
LEIPOLE Electric, established in 2001, is a manufacturing company specializing in the production of end-of-barrel products for injection molding machines, based in China. The company produces plastic parts of electrical products for ABB, Siemens, and Schneider. It also engages in the design and sale of terminal blocks, fan filters, and transformers, which provide interconnection of electrical systems. Its global network includes distribution offices in 34 cities in China and 10 cities or countries worldwide such as Singapore, Ho Chi Minh, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, Istanbul, Dubai, Ecuador, Sao Paulo, Poland and Denmark, continuing to evolve its product offerings.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | nVent HOFFMAN |
20.0%
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| 2 | Knight Pneumatics Pty Ltd |
17.5%
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| 3 | VORTEC |
11.3%
|
| 4 | Fiktech B.V. |
10.0%
|
| 5 | Axis Solutions Pvt Ltd |
10.0%
|
| 6 | Elen Enclosures |
8.8%
|
| 7 | San Air Tools |
7.5%
|
| 8 | LEIPOLE ELECTRIC. |
7.5%
|
| 9 | Nex Flow Air Products Corp. |
7.5%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the vortex cooler page as of December 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 (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
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2 | 33.3% |
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India
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2 | 33.3% |
Netherlands
|
1 | 16.7% |
| Republic of South Africa | 1 | 16.7% |
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