This section provides an overview for cooling devices as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 40 cooling device manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked cooling device companies as of November, 2024: 1.Motivair Corporation, 2.Tark Inc., 3.Sheetak.
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A cooling device is a device that cools the temperature of a certain space.
In the past, forced air circulation by fans and the use of vaporization heat by sprinkling water were used to lower the temperature of a space. After electricity became widespread, fans with simple structures became popular.
In recent years, air conditioners have become the most common type of cooling device. Air conditioners are devices that exchange heat between space and outside air. They have become widely used in homes because they can be used for both cooling and heating by rotating the compressor in the opposite direction.
Cooling devices are widely used in industrial and residential applications.
Room air conditioners are a typical example of home use. In recent years, one household has been equipped with at least one room air conditioner. Refrigerators can also be considered home cooling devices. Although the shape is different, the mechanism is the same as that of room air conditioners.
For industrial use, there are examples of refrigerators that use antifreeze solutions. They are used for cooling processes and heat-generating equipment. Industrial cooling devices use dozens of times more environmentally hazardous refrigerants such as chlorofluorocarbons than room air conditioners, so they are subject to legal obligations such as periodic inspections, installation notifications, and installation permits.
First, consider the mechanism of a fan or blower as a forced-air cooling device. A fan sends out cool air by turning an impeller with a motor. It serves as a cooling device because the air temperature around an object does not rise.
Next, we consider air conditioners. An air conditioner consists of a compressor, a heat exchanger, and a blower installed outside the room. This is generally called an outdoor unit. A heat exchanger and a blower are also installed indoors. This is generally called an indoor unit. Refrigerant, which repeatedly vaporizes and liquefies according to pressure fluctuations near normal temperature and pressure, is sealed in the air conditioner, and cooling is performed by vaporization heat when the pressure in the system is fluctuated by a compressor. When the pressure of the refrigerant is increased outside the room, it liquefies and releases heat. The released heat is vented to the atmosphere by an outdoor blower. The liquefied air expands and vaporizes inside the room, removing heat from the room. The indoor blower circulates the cooled air throughout the room.
Next, a chiller is a device that maintains room temperature below 0°C. Its mechanism is similar to that of an air conditioner, designed to reduce indoor temperatures. However, the cooling speed is not fast enough for the blower, and the temperature of the outdoor unit rises too high. Therefore, the water-cooling method is sometimes used. Instead of discharging into the atmosphere, water with high thermal conductivity is used as a refrigerant. The water is cooled by a device called a cooling tower. If indoor air is also averse to solidification, antifreeze is circulated.
Cooling devices generally use a heat exchange system with a compressor, but Peltier effect cooling devices also exist. This cooling device uses a substance that becomes cold when an electric current is applied. They are rarely sold as compact cooling devices.
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Motivair Corporation, founded in 1988 and based in Lancaster, New York, United States, is a manufacturer of mission-critical cooling systems. The company's products can be custom designed for liquid cooling and data center cooling applications. These include high-density cooling systems that support demanding computing operations, industrial-grade chillers, and liquid cooling systems capable of supporting artificial intelligence (AI) operations. The company’s clients include server OEMs, supercomputing facilities, and data centers. Its products also have applications in the healthcare and silicon manufacturing industries.
Thermal Care, Inc., established in 1969, is an ISO 9001-certified industrial water chiller and process cooling equipment manufacturer in Niles, Illinois. The company ships worldwide, and has domestic and worldwide sales offices in Canada, Mexico, Central, and South America. Its product lineup includes cooling towers, portable chillers, reservoirs, and temperature controllers. Further, Thermal Care produces standardized and customized cooling systems for a vast range of industries, from food and dairy, to aviation, medical, and industrial.
The Titus Company was founded in 1986 and is based in Morgantown, Pennsylvania. The Titus Company provides expertise for compressed air solutions for private companies in manufacturing, concrete, and chemical applications as well as government institutions such as the Royal Navy. Product offerings include blowers & vacuum products, chillers & coolers, compressors, dehydrators, dryers, dust collection equipment, energy management tools, filters, gas generators, pumps, and accessories. The Titus Company also offers maintenance, service, repair, system analysis, system dieting, monitoring, as well as installation services.
Tark Inc. was founded in 1985 and is based in Miamisburg, Ohio, and is a manufacturer of thermal management solutions & systems for various industries. The company provides cooling system components & packages and pumps in different models such as oil pumps, refrigerant pumps, and water pumps that have applications in non-destructive testing, laser cooling, computed tomography scanners, magnetic resonance Imaging & X-ray scanners, and, airport checked luggage scanners. The company also offers services including custom designing, prototype development, in-house manufacturing, and, delivery & technical support.
Sheetak is an American manufacturer of thermal management products that was established in 2009 in Austin, Texas. The company produces various branded thermal management utilities including EON energy harvesters, QOOL optical thermal management chips, GREEN COOLERS refrigerant-free cooling systems, and CENTUM multi-stage high power coolers. It also offers compact and lightweight portable coolers for outdoor applications. Sheetak products are commonly used in data centers, healthcare facilities, and energy production plants, as well as by clients in genomics, telecommunications, and defense.
Reynolds Culligan was founded in 1950 and headquartered in West Reading, Pennsylvania. The company is a service provider of clean water to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in industries such as food & beverage, powder coating, healthcare, and manufacturing. The company’s residential services include bottled water distribution. The company’s commercial products include deionizer systems, water softening systems, filters, and dealkalizer systems. The company’s industrial solutions also include ultrapure water systems, reverse osmosis, and ultraviolet water treatment.
Quintel, Inc., establised in 1994, located in Schererville, Indiana, is a manufacturer of heat exchangers and radiators. They specialize in the reconditioning, repair, and remanufacture of heat exchangers from original specs and the reselling of OEM heat exchangers. These heat exchangers are widely used in industries such as food, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries in hygienic production process. The company follows a strict quality assurance in handling equipments and also provides a one year warranty on all workmanship and repairs of heat exchangers.
Electric Indicator Company (ELINCO) is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company founded in 1926 in Stamford, Connecticut. Founded in 1969, Japanese Products Corporation (JPC) was acquired by ELINCO in 1991. The company focuses on the design and manufacturing technology of motors, air-moving devices, and drives. Products include brushless DC motors, stepper motors, PMDC motors, AC motors, planetary gearboxes, encoders, fans, and blowers. The main markets of the company are communication, industrial automation, medical technology, office automation, security, home automation, and automotive.
Drew Foam of Georgia, headquartered in Cave Spring, Georgia, has been a manufacturer of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) solutions since 1965. The company manufactures a range of foam packaging products, including containers, boxes, totes, and building insulation items. Its offerings comprise molded packaging, insulated shipping containers, building insulation, CNC shaped foam products, and custom EPS shipping packaging. These products are utilized for protecting various items like steel parts, electronics, and office equipment. Its facility has developed formal quality systems and is certified to the ISO 9001-2015 standard.
DC Norris North America is based in the United States, established in 1970 and specialize in supply of food processing equipment and solutions. The company’s main products include industrial cooking systems, mixing and blending machines, and customized food processing machinery for a range of applications. With an attention on modernization and efficiency, DC Norris North America serves as a consistent partner for the food manufacturing, offering state-of-the-art equipment that enhances productivity and quality. Their solutions are utilized by food manufacturers, processors, and commercial kitchens, enabling them to produce a diverse array of food products efficiently and effectively.
Air Innovations, Inc. established in North Syracuse, NY in 1986 is a manufacturer of environmental control and HVAC control systems. Their product portfolio includes Cleanroom Systems, HEP Air Clean Room HVAC, Wine Guardian, and Desktop Control Consoles that are used for Explosion proof HVAC, Wine Cellar Environmental Control, military HVAC, Aerospace Environmental Control, and Pharmaceutical Temperature & Humidity Control. The company also offers customer services that include technical support, training and customized services.
Total Environmental Management, Inc., founded in 1985, is an American supplier based in Anaheim, California, specializing in temporary and emergency cooling and heating solutions. The company offers rental services of chilled and hot water air handling units, automated cooling towers and trailers, boilers, and heat exchangers. Additionally, it provides pump skids, spot coolers, as well as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units. The company also provides a range of air conditioning equipment and related services tailored for various applications, including hospital cooling systems which comply with California's Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) standards.
Marcuse & Son was established in 1925 and operates out of Fort Worth, Texas. Marcuse & Son is a distributor of air compressors and air compressor parts and accessories. Air compressor offerings include reciprocating air compressors and rotary style air compressors. Marcuse & Son’s accessories include air receivers, alternators, belt guards, block heaters, brass valves and fittings, breather vents, compressor lubricants, exhaust mufflers, filters, regulators & lubes, refrigerated air dryers, and water separators.
Nara Machinery Co. Ltd., founded in 1924 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is an industrial powder processing equipment developer and manufacturer. The company's products include media slurry dryers designed for drying slurry materials continuously and obtaining powders without causing agglomeration, non-screen sizing nebulizers, and high-capacity mill cables for coarse to fine grinding. Its services include onsite toll processing, maintenance, and repairs. The company's notable clients include Avecia England, Biogaia Biologics Sweden, and Bonlac Foods Limited Australia.
Sodick Co., Ltd, founded in 1976 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of machine tools, injection molding machines, food machines, and LED products. The company's product portfolio includes nano-level precision machines, magnesium alloy injection machines, noodle steam sterilizers, LED products, and electronic components. These products are utilized in various industries, including food processing, electronics, LED and lighting, manufacturing and machining, and the plastics and injection molding industry. The company has development, production, and service locations in different countries, including the United States, China, Thailand, India, and Singapore.
Pfannenberg, Inc., established in 1954 and located in Lancaster, New York, is a global manufacturer and supplier specializing in thermal management, liquid cooling solutions and signaling technologies. The company’s product line includes filter fans, air to air heat exchangers, chillers, visual signaling devices, and more. These products cater to various applications, including machine tooling and food and beverage equipment. The company offers pre-sales consulting, engineering support, and after-sales maintenance services such as on-site repair, parts and training. With headquarters in Germany and the US, and locations worldwide, the company serves various industries globally including manufacturing, food, energy and automative.
Teral Group, founded in 1918 and headquartered in Hiroshima, Japan, is a manufacturer of pumps, air blowers and environmental related equipment like water treatment and garbage disposal systems. The company's product portfolio includes a range of pumps like household, fire fighting, oil and coolant pumps, total heat exchangers and many industrial and commercial fans and blowers. The range varies from large ventilation fans for large-scale commercial facilities, subway stations and factories to small fans for kitchens and set fans that can be incorporated into industrial equipment. Teral group has established several companies across the globe operating in the sector of industrial machinery.
Technosilos SRL, established in 1970 and headquartered in Bertinoro, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, is a designer and manufacturer of industrial service equipment and automated solutions. The company's products include modular conveyors, grinding machines, and blending machines. It provides solutions for dehumidification, metal detection, and temperature control. It provides complete turnkey solutions for pasta makers, bakeries, and powdered food mixing processes. It has completed more than 1,500 installations worldwide and serves industries that include pharmaceutical production, food processing, and chemical processing.
Valtorta Esercizi Industriali s.r.l. is based in Brescia, Italy, and is a manufacturer of mixing systems for the chemical industry originally established in 1926 before becoming part of the Battaggion Group. The company offers dispersers for mixing paste products with moderate viscosity, vertical mixers for mixing liquids or solutions, and turbo mixers for mixing granules or powders for a range of industrial applications. The company chiefly serves clients in the chemical and plastics processing industries, as well as developers of industrial paints and varnishes.
Kelvion, established in 1920 and headquartered in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, is a manufacturer of industrial heat exchange devices. The company's products include consumer-grade air coolers, engine and generator coolers, and modular cooling towers. It also produces cooling system coils to meet client requirements. Its equipment has applications in home cooling, industrial process cooling, and food transportation. It offers 24/7 service and maintenance plans for its installed products and serves industries that include power generation, marine, and food and beverage processing.
Smart Fog Inc., founded in 2008 and based in Reno, Nevada, is a manufacturer of humidification and dry fog systems used for evaporative cooling, dust suppression, and as disinfection equipment. The Smart Fog commercial and industrial humidifiers include models such as ES100, T100, and ES100, while their disinfection models include wall-mount and mobile ES100MC. These industrial and commercial humidification systems are used in ripening rooms, cold storage, and food safety centers in the food processing industries. Other applications include data centers, health care, printers, and indoor growing.
General Devices Co., Inc., established in Indianapolis, IN in 1953 is a manufacturer of telescoping slides, cabinets, accessories, and electronic packaging. Their product portfolio includes Ball Bearing Slides, Solid Bearing Slides, Bottom Mount Slides, Cabinet & Rackmount Accessories and racks. The company serves markets including industries such as electronics/computer, telecom/data communication, medical, aerospace, military, security, and transportation. The company's manufacturing plants include is 160,000 sq. ft. and includes an R&D center.
Ambrell Corporation., founded in Rochester, New York, in 1986 is a manufacturer of induction heating systems and tests to determine the right process and system in laborites. The company's product portfolio includes Induction heating coils, Precision heating solutions, Induction furnaces, Induction furnaces, and Heat treating. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. The company's production facility is ISO-certified and they has a national distribution network and a customer support center.
RIGID, established in 2010 and based in China, is a manufacturer and supplier of thermal management and refrigeration systems. The company’s product portfolio includes a range of air conditioner systems, liquid cooling systems, miniature compressors, compact liquid coolers, smart chillers, and Stirling coolers. The products are used in different applications which include powerful liquid chiller modules, chip semiconductor cooling, telecom cabinet fan cooling, and EV battery cooling systems. The company also offers an online E-shop for a selection of products and accessories.
Nitrogenium Innovations & Filteration India Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian manufacturer and supplier of industrial gas generation products that was established in Pune, Maharashtra in 2018. The company primarily produces oxygen generators utilizing pressure swing adsorption (PSA) technology, nitrogen generators using PSA or membrane technologies, and air dryers utilizing refrigerant or desiccant technologies. It also offers turnkey services including commissioning, installation, and maintenance. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the chemical processing, steel, and glassmaking industries.
Scott Process Equipment Corp was founded in 1989 and operates out of Montrose, New York. Scott Process Equipment is a distributor that assists customers in the bio-pharmaceutical, chemical, brewing, personal care product, and other industries with solving design problems. Scott Process Equipment product lineup covers 13 categories including pumps, chillers & cooling systems, heat exchangers, valves, and liquid path solutions. Top manufacturers include Northern Pump, Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group, READCO Kurimoto, Mokon, and Silverson Machines.
R.P Luce & Co, is a Northport, New York-based company, that was established in 1953. It is a manufacturer and distributor of shipment and storage solutions for various industries, including aerospace, medical & pharmaceutical, sales & marketing, OEM & industrial, and even the government. From shell cases, heavyduty and lightweight K470 zarges, to custom cases and storage solutions, R.P Luce offers case and accessory options that fit various needs. R.P. Luce also partners with other case suppliers like Pelican to create an extensive selection for clientele and ensure quality shipment and storage solutions.
Precision Welding Supply (PWS) is a distributor of orbital welding products, equipment and supplies founded in 2004 and based in Coatesville, Pennsylvania. The company primarily stocks MK Products, AXXAIR, and TRI TOOL products as an authorized representative, supplying client manufacturers in the oil and gas, construction, and automation sectors. The company offers a range of services such as welding machine calibration and repair, as well as in-house orbital welding training using ASME Section IX certified instructors. PWS' clients include Metallfit, Pro-Weld Services and the Safran Nacelles Group.
Millholland Conrad, Inc. was established in 1960 in Westfield, Indiana as a full-service industrial sales agency. Today, Millholland Conrad is a distributor for manufacturers in the automotive, appliance, medical, packaging, and construction industries across the heartland of the United States. Milholland has 3 general product lines including extrusion & recycling, blow molding, and injection molding. Extrusion & recycling includes recycling lines, modular systems, palletizing systems, and inspection systems for sheet, film, and pellets. Blow molding includes blow molding machines and auxiliary equipment, leak detection systems, and automated takeout for containers. Injection molding includes all-electric machines, robots & sprue pickers, and more.
Interworld Electronics & Computer Industries Inc was founded in 1978 and headquartered in Point Roberts, Washington. The company is a distributor of electronic diagnostics and measurement tools. The company has other offices in Canada and international support available. The company also offers a variety of software for construction as well as for PC-based tools such as automotive oscilloscopes. The company offers a variety of digitizers, automotive diagnostics tools, high-voltage products, data acquisition products, and others.
MQL System, established in 1998 in Prague, Czech Republic, is a manufacturer and supplier of minimal-quantity lubrication systems. The company specializes in providing advanced lubrication solutions for metalworking and machining processes. Their MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) systems optimize machining efficiency while reducing environmental impact by delivering precise amounts of lubricant directly to the cutting tool interface. MQL System aims at revolutionizing metalworking practices with eco-friendly and efficient lubrication methods. By minimizing waste and maximizing productivity, the company enhances sustainable manufacturing practices and improved operational outcomes for its customers.
Auburn Armature was founded in 1946 and headquartered in Auburn, New York. Auburn Armature is a distributor of electrical products and was recently purchased by Power-Flo Technologies of New Hyde Park, New York. Services that Auburn Armature provide include training, testing, rebuilding, repair, troubleshooting, and training. Parts that Auburn Armature specialize in include automation systems, AC and DC drives, motor controls, motors, motion controls, connectors, wire, boxes, cables, sensors, relays, transformers, panels, struts, terminal blocks, lighting supplies, and conduits.
Alfa Laval, founded in 1883 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is a supplier of heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling products like boilers, separators, and heat exchangers. The company’s operations are based on three key technologies, which are heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling, and it helps farmers separate, process, and store milk products. The company has 42 production units, out of which 22 are based in Europe, and it sells its products in over 100 countries. It invests about 2.5% of its total yearly sales in research and development, resulting in around 25-30 new product launches per year.
Unlimited Electro Group was originally established in 1988 in Chula Vista, California. Unlimited Electro is a distributor of motion control parts for production and manufacturing industries. United Electro has 5 primary product categories: robotics, bowl feeders, industrial control panels, laser marking machines, and wireless solutions kits. Robotics include ABB single and multi-arm robots, packers, and collaborative robots known as cobots, as well as accessories including extruders, pumps, supply systems, grippers, and safety equipment. Industrial control panels can be custom-designed and built. Laser marking machines can be custom built for compatibility with several metals and plastics including copper, aluminum, brass, polycarbonate, PET, and polyethylene.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Motivair Corporation |
5.0%
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2 | Tark Inc. |
5.0%
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3 | Sheetak |
5.0%
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4 | Fluid Aire Dynamics |
5.0%
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5 | RIGID |
3.8%
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6 | Drew Foam of Georgia |
3.8%
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7 | Smart Fog |
3.8%
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8 | Elinco International JPC, Inc. |
3.8%
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9 | Valtorta Esercizi Industriali s.r.l. |
2.5%
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10 | HYFRA |
2.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the cooling device page as of November 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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United States of America | 13 | 56.5% |
Japan | 3 | 13.0% |
China | 3 | 13.0% |
Germany | 2 | 8.7% |
Ireland | 1 | 4.3% |
Italy | 1 | 4.3% |
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