Product Overview
The GKX Series Portable Industrial Spot Cooler is a heavy-duty portable cooling solution specifically engineered to provide localized cooling for industrial workplaces where permanent air conditioning systems are impractical or unavailable. Designed for demanding applications, the unit delivers cooled air directly to personnel or workstations, helping maintain a safer and more comfortable working environment while improving productivity and operational efficiency.
The GKX Series Portable Industrial Spot Cooler Unlike conventional fixed air conditioning systems, the GKX Series requires no permanent installation. Simply connect the power supply and flexible air duct, and the unit is ready for immediate operation. This plug-and-play design allows the equipment to be rapidly deployed wherever temporary cooling is required, making it ideal for dynamic industrial environments where work locations frequently change.
The GKX Series Portable Industrial Spot Cooler is widely used in shipbuilding, ship repair, offshore engineering, marine coating, sandblasting, welding, grinding, steel fabrication, power plants, heavy equipment manufacturing, assembly lines, confined-space maintenance, and temporary construction projects. It effectively reduces heat stress for workers operating in high-temperature environments while providing a stable cooling solution for heat-sensitive industrial processes.
To meet different application requirements, the unit is available in vertical and horizontal configurations with options for direct air discharge or flexible ducted air supply. Depending on the operating conditions, cooling, heating, and dehumidification functions can be combined into a single system, providing a comprehensive climate control solution for year-round industrial applications.
Built with rugged industrial construction, corrosion-resistant materials, and premium international components, the GKX Series delivers reliable performance even under continuous operation in harsh outdoor or marine environments.
Product Parameters
| GKX Series Portable Industrial Spot Cooler Performance Parameters | ||||||||
| Category | Item | Unit/Type | GKX28 | GKX42 | GKX55 | GKX90 | GKX120 | GKX180 |
| Overall | Cool. Cap. | kW | 27.6 | 41.7 | 55.0 | 88.0 | 118.0 | 176.0 |
| 10^4kcal/h | 2.37 | 3.59 | 4.73 | 7.57 | 10.2 | 15.2 | ||
| Cap. Ctrl. | % | 100, 0 | 100, 50, 0 | 100, 50, 0 | 100, 50, 0 | 100, 75, 50, 25, 0 | 100, 75, 50, 25, 0 | |
| Air Volume | m³/h | 2800 | 4000 | 5400 | 9000 | 12000 | 18000 | |
| ESP. | Pa | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 | |
| Noise Level | dB (A) | 79 | 80 | 82 | 83 | 83 | 85 | |
| OP. TEMP. | ℃ | 20℃ ~ 43℃ | ||||||
| Power | – | 380V, 3N, 50Hz | ||||||
| Max.Power | kW | 11.2 | 18.2 | 22.7 | 37.3 | 47.9 | 66.0 | |
| System | Comp. | Type | Hermetic Scroll | |||||
| (set) | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | ||
| (kW) | 7.50 | 12.0 | 15.0 | 22.4 | 29.0 | 45.0 | ||
| Refrigerant | Type | R22 | ||||||
| Exp. | Thermostatic Expansion Valve | |||||||
| (kg) | 11.0 | 8.0 x 2 | 11.0 x 2 | 18.0 x 2 | 11.0 x 4 | 18.0 x 4 | ||
| Evaporator | Type | Copper Tube with Aluminum Fins | ||||||
| M. Fan | Type | Centrifugal Fan | ||||||
| (set) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| (kW) | 2.2 | 4.0 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 11.0 | 15.0 | ||
| Air Filter | Rating | G4 | ||||||
| Condenser | Type | Copper Tube with Aluminum Fins | ||||||
| Cond. Fan | Type | Axial Fan | ||||||
| (m³/h) | 16000 | 23000 | 28000 | 45000 | 58000 | 85000 | ||
| (set) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | ||
| (kW) | 1.45 | 2.2 | 2.7 | 2.2 x 2 | 2.7 x 2 | 3.0 x 2 | ||
| Dims. | L(mm) | 1750 | 2250 | 2250 | 3000 | 3000 | 3400 | |
| W(mm) | 1050 | 1390 | 1390 | 1750 | 2040 | 2240 | ||
| H(mm) | 1910 | 2045 | 2045 | 2300 | 2500 | 2600 | ||
| Weight | kg | 500 | 850 | 1150 | 1850 | 2750 | 3200 | |
Engineered for Shipyard and Industrial Applications
Shipyards and offshore construction sites present unique environmental challenges. High ambient temperatures, direct sunlight, confined working spaces, and intensive welding or cutting operations often create uncomfortable and potentially hazardous conditions for workers. Traditional building air conditioning systems are generally ineffective for these open or semi-open work areas.
The GKX Series Portable Industrial Spot Cooler is specifically designed to address these challenges by supplying cooled air precisely where it is needed. Through direct air discharge or flexible ducting, operators receive continuous cooling without the need to cool the entire workshop, significantly improving energy efficiency while maintaining worker comfort.
The system is particularly suitable for:
- Shipbuilding and ship repair
- Marine coating and surface preparation
- Sandblasting operations
- Welding and cutting stations
- Offshore platform maintenance
- Steel fabrication workshops
- Equipment maintenance areas
- Temporary construction projects
- Confined-space operations
- Emergency cooling applications
Flexible Air Distribution
One of the major advantages of the GKX Series is its flexible air delivery capability.
For open work areas, conditioned air can be supplied directly through adjustable discharge grilles to provide immediate cooling.
For enclosed or difficult-to-access workplaces, the unit can be equipped with one or multiple heavy-duty flexible air ducts. These ducts allow cooled air to be delivered through narrow passages, inside ship compartments, tanks, machinery rooms, scaffolding structures, or other confined workspaces.
The industrial flexible ducts feature:
- Waterproof construction
- Electrical insulation
- Excellent flexibility
- Abrasion resistance
- Easy installation and removal
- Custom lengths available
This flexibility allows the cooling system to adapt to virtually any industrial working environment.
Rugged Mobility
Industrial workplaces rarely remain static. Equipment often needs to be relocated as projects progress.
The GKX Series is therefore designed with mobility as a core feature.
Smaller models are equipped with heavy-duty swivel casters, allowing a single operator to reposition the unit easily.
For larger capacities, optional features include:
- Forklift pockets
- Crane lifting lugs
- Towable chassis
- Heavy-duty transport wheels
These mobility options enable rapid deployment across shipyards, fabrication workshops, dockyards, warehouses, and outdoor construction sites.
Reliable Industrial Performance
Reliability is essential for continuous industrial operation.
Every GKX Series unit incorporates premium industrial components carefully selected for durability and long service life.
Key components include:
- High-performance refrigeration compressor
- Heavy-duty centrifugal fan
- High-efficiency heat exchanger
- Industrial electrical control system
- Corrosion-resistant steel cabinet
- IP55-rated outdoor electrical protection
The optimized refrigeration circuit and airflow design ensure stable cooling performance while reducing maintenance requirements and operating costs.
Improved Worker Comfort and Productivity
Heat stress is one of the leading causes of reduced productivity in industrial workplaces.
By delivering cooled air directly to operators, the GKX Series helps:
- Improve worker comfort
- Reduce fatigue
- Lower heat stress
- Increase productivity
- Improve operational safety
- Support continuous production during hot weather
Rather than cooling an entire workshop, the unit focuses cooling exactly where personnel are working, providing a highly efficient and cost-effective cooling solution.
Custom Solutions Available
Every industrial project has unique environmental requirements.
The GKX Series can be customized with different:
- Cooling capacities
- Airflow volumes
- Air supply configurations
- Heating modules
- Dehumidification functions
- Electrical voltages
- Cabinet layouts
- Mobility options
- Control systems
- Flexible duct arrangements
Custom-engineered solutions are available for shipyards, offshore facilities, power plants, manufacturing industries, and other specialized industrial applications.
ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Humidity Control Resources
https://www.ashrae.org/technical-resources/ashrae-handbook
ISO 12944 – Paints and Varnishes – Corrosion Protection of Steel Structures by Protective Paint Systems
https://www.iso.org/standard/92717.html
AMPP Standards – Association for Materials Protection and Performance
https://www.ampp.org/standards/ampp-standards

