A mechanical contractor in Cook County, IL requested temporary portable heat pump rental units to manage the air temperature in a locker room during the replacement of a rooftop unit and ductwork in the wintertime. The heat from the pool area combined with the portable heat pump units effectively maintained a comfortable environment throughout the new equipment installation.

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Several Movincool Climate Pro 18 heat pump units were installed in a laboratory in Lake County,IL. These portable heat pumps were used to supplement an unheated area of the building, as other portions of the lab already had heat. The CP18 unit features automatic fan speed control, which adjusts airflow automatically based on the outlet air temperature. The automatic feature prevents the discharge of cold air from the front of the unit while in the heating mode. No one needs a cold draft from a heating unit in the middle of winter. We collaborated closely with the engineering team in developing the Portable Climate Pro dual cooling and heating unit (Heat Pump) about a decade ago.

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A business in DuPage County, Illinois, requested the installation of electric heaters for one of their buildings. Several 15kW electric heater rentals, which are certified by UL and CSA for their safety, were installed throughout the facility and connected to the electrical panel in the basement. Portable heaters are available in 115, 208, 240, or 480 - volt power. In the absence of heat, any temporary heating solution for freeze protection is welcomed to avoid the alternative of ruptured water pipes

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A customer near Wrigley Field in downtown Chicago required heating assistance due to a malfunction in one of their main gas - fired heaters in the manufacturing area of their plant. With ample power available throughout the plant, camlock electrical cables were utilized to connect a 480V, 3 - phase electric heater over a considerable distance, ensuring the workers received the necessary electric heat. Porta-air provides prompt heating or cooling rental solutions and treats such situations with urgency.

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A mechanical contractor in Will County, Illinois, required a temporary electric heater rental following the failure of a PTAC heat pump unit during winter. The availability of a nearby 240V power supply facilitated an easy connection to an empty breaker. Porta Air provides heavy-duty cords for distant power sources and offers comprehensive turnkey installation services. For heating rentals, whether for space heaters or large electric heaters, Porta Air ensures efficient and reliable service.

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The airflow distribution of an indirect fired gas heater in an outdoor dining tent in Elmhurst, IL presented a challenge. To resolve this, a glass panel was replaced with a custom wood panel to accommodate one 16-inch return and two 12-inch supplies from the portable heater. After installing exterior ducts, natural gas, power, and a thermostat, four high-temperature ducts were secured inside the tent to ensure even distribution of warm air. This custom design, although time-consuming, was perfected to the satisfaction of the restaurant owner. Porta Air welcomes inquiries for challenging temporary heating or cooling applications

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