Ground ThaW

Ground Thaw Systems & Hydronic Heating Solutions

When winter conditions threaten your project schedule, our ground thaw systems and standalone hydronic heaters provide the dependable solution you need. From thawing frozen soil to preventing frost damage when curing freshly poured concrete, our equipment ensures your jobsite remains productive and protected, no matter how cold it gets.

We supply a full line of ground thaw equipment, including both compact units and trailer mounted systems. Each system is powered by high-performance hydronic heaters equipped with a glycol circulation network and, capable of thawing up to 24,000 sq. ft, but we don’t stop there. With customizable kits built around multiple 1.2M BTU models, we can match the right ground thawing machine to your project’s needs.

Our systems aren’t just reliable—they’re versatile. They provide consistent thermal ground heating for construction, civic infrastructure, and oil and gas operations, and can also serve as emergency site heat when connected to thermostatically controlled fan coils.

 

Features:
  • 400K units include onboard generators for stand-alone operation
  • Thaw up to 6,000 sq. ft. or cure 8,000 sq. ft. from a single ground heater
  • Flow-reverse technology ensures uniform temperature distribution
  • Flexible operation: emergency heating capability built in
Applications:
  • Construction sites and excavation projects
  • Infrastructure upgrades in cold regions
  • Oil and gas field operations
  • Concrete curing and frost prevention
Ground Thawing Services

Equipment Selection:

400k BTU Hydronic

HGT400H21

HGT400D-ground thaw trailerThis portable central heat plant is easily towed and set up quickly. Its 7 kW generator enables complete standalone operation, making it essential for thawing frozen ground before excavation, curing concrete, or providing emergency heat when your building’s boiler or hot water system fails.

Features:
  • Secure enclosed trailer ensures protection and grants the ability to run in all conditions
  • Flow-reversing system eliminates cold spots
  • On-board fuel tank with generator allows for ‘run anywhere’ operation
Temporary Heating Applications:
  • Construction Sites
  • Boiler Tie-ins
  • Industrial Plants

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Testimonials

What our heating customers have to say about us

I can always count on Cool Air

“Cool Air knows cooling and heating. They have been able to meet every request I have had for them over my last 11 years of working with them. I can always count on Cool Air to have what our production needs, when we need it.”

Casey Nelson-Zutter

Asst. Location Manager, Vancouver Motion Picture Industry

Knowledgeable, focused and thorough

“Knowledgeable, focused and thorough. Cool Air has always come through when we have an emergency.”

 

Rob Noel

BC Comfort Air Conditioning Ltd.

Creative solutions in a constantly changing work environment

“Cool Air provides creative solutions in a constantly changing work environment at reasonable costs. When it comes to air conditioning, they are the first ones I call.”

Vince dela Luna

Asst. Location Manager, Vancouver Motion Picture Industry

They understand the challenges of studio and location filming

“Cool Air has consistently had the right equipment, solutions, price and attitude. They understand the challenges of studio and location filming. Cool air has always come through for me when others have failed.”

Paul Giordano

Asst. Location Manager, Vancouver Motion Picture Industry

Kept us up and running with no loss of data

“Thank you very much for the prompt and expert service. The techs you sent out were excellent and the air conditioning kept us up and running with no loss of data until our units were back online. Well worth the money. I would not hesitate to recommend your team to anyone.”

David Langtry

Zoic Studios

Completed under severe time constraints

“You had to complete the project under severe time constraints and provided an installation that was attractive, efficient and very effective.”

David Clark

President, BC Event Management

Excellent support and customer service

“We would like to thank you for the excellent support and customer service that we have received during our AC crisis.”

Ed Manaois

Head Supervisor Vancouver West, Shaw Cablesystems