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Project Overview: Event Air Conditioner Hire: Keeping Festival Venues Cool in Perth
A major festival in Perth was gearing up for a high-energy season, with hundreds of guests expected to attend performances in a converted warehouse venue. But there was a serious issue—the heat.
With no built-in air conditioning, the venue was at risk of becoming unbearably hot, especially with large crowds. The event organisers needed a reliable event air conditioner hire solution that could:
✔ Provide efficient cooling for a large event space.
✔ Operate within power limitations at the venue.
✔ Be cost-effective while delivering strong airflow.
Interview with Lothar Korb, Western Australia Sales Engineer at Aircon Rental
In this Chill Chat interview, we sit down with Lothar Korb, Western Australia Sales Engineer at Aircon Rentals, to discuss how our event air conditioner hire solution played a critical role in ensuring a comfortable environment for guests at a packed venue in Perth.
A festival venue with stage lighting and seating, kept cool with event air conditioner hire for a comfortable audience experience.
Why Standard Air Conditioning Wasn’t Enough
Portable air conditioners are often a go-to option for temporary cooling for events, but they aren’t always the best fit for large event spaces.
Sam: Lothar, thanks for joining me! Let’s start with how this project began. What was the initial request from the client?
Lothar: Initially, they wanted portable air conditioners, thinking they could place a few units around the venue.
Sam: And did that plan work?
Lothar: Not really. Once we did a site inspection, we quickly realised that portable air conditioners wouldn’t be powerful enough to handle the size of the venue. We needed a stronger solution.
Choosing the Best Event Air Conditioner Hire Solution
Sam: So what did you propose instead?
Lothar: After assessing the space, we recommended packaged air conditioning units. They provided:
✅ Stronger cooling capacity for the large venue.
✅ Cost-effective operation within the client’s budget.
✅ Compatibility with the available power supply.
These units are designed for temporary installations and are commonly used for event cooling solutions, ensuring efficient climate control in large spaces.
Installing a Reliable Air Conditioner Hire Solution for the Event
Project Timeline & Execution
The entire project—from the first inquiry to installation—took four weeks. The units were installed two days before the event, allowing enough time for testing and adjustments.
Sam: What did the final installation look like?
Lothar: We installed:
✅ Two 40kW Packaged Air Conditioners – Provided effective cooling across the venue.
✅ Client-Supplied Generators – Ensured power supply for the system.
This setup was ideal because it delivered powerful cooling while remaining cost-efficient and easy to install.
A high-capacity event air conditioner hire system working behind the scenes to keep festivalgoers cool in Perth’s heat
Overcoming Heat Challenges During the Event
Sam: Were there any major challenges during the event?
Lothar: The biggest challenge was Perth’s extreme summer heat, with temperatures exceeding 40°C.
Sam: Did that impact performance?
Lothar: Yes—on one of the hottest days, one of the units briefly shut down due to the high temperatures. But we acted quickly and it was back online before the event started
The Impact of Event Air Conditioner Hire on Festival Success
Client Feedback & Future Projects
Sam: So, after five weeks, the event wrapped up. How did the client feel about the service?
Lothar: They were really happy! The cooling solution worked within their power and budget constraints and the event was a huge success.
Sam: Will this be an ongoing project?
Lothar: Definitely! The organisers were pleased with the results and will likely hire event air conditioning from us again for future festival
Lessons Learned from the Project
- The project was smoothly executed with no major complications.
- It reinforced the importance of matching cooling solutions to the venue’s power, space and budget constraints.
- For some team members, this was their first large-scale event cooling project in Perth, making it a valuable learning experience.
Why Aircon Rentals Event Air Conditioner Hire is Essential for Outdoor and Indoor Event
The Benefits of Air Conditioning Hire for Events
For festivals, concerts and corporate gatherings, Airon Rentals temporary air conditioner hire offers several key benefits:
✔ Ensures guest comfort even in extreme temperatures.
✔ Flexible installation to suit different venue sizes.
✔ Cost-effective cooling compared to permanent HVAC solutions.
✔ Energy-efficient operation with minimal disruption.
For outdoor events, marquee cooling solutions offer specialised climate control to ensure a comfortable environment, even in hot weather.
Need Event Air Conditioner Hire for Your Next Event?
If you’re planning a festival or corporate event, Aircon Rentals provides custom air conditioning hire solutions tailored to your venue and cooling needs.
Call us to discuss your event cooling requirements. 1800 626 996 Visit our website to learn more about our event air conditioning hire services.