The AIR-X is TEXO’s industry-leading 24 kW packaged air-conditioning unit, purpose-built to deliver reliable, high-performance cooling in the world’s most hazardous and demanding locations. Fully certified for Zone 1 hazardous areas, for both ATEX and IECEx locations, AIR-X ensures safe operation where downtime is not an option.

Engineered for Safety

Unrivalled Protection in Explosive Atmospheres

The Air X-PACU-24 is a single, self-contained unit designed, manufactured, and third-party certified for use in Zone 1 (2G Gb IIB T3) environments. Every component is engineered to maintain operational continuity while meeting the highest safety standards in explosive atmospheres.

Suitable for installation directly within hazardous areas.
Compatible with site gas monitoring systems.
High-integrity intake ducting allows air to be drawn from safe zones where required.

Reliability in Any Climate

Built to Perform Where Others Fail

Designed for extreme ambient conditions, the AIR-X delivers consistent cooling performance even in high-temperature environments.

Wide Operating Range: Certified for ambient temperatures from 0°C to 50°C
Rugged Construction: IP66-rated enclosure protects against dust and high-pressure
water ingress
Sun-Shielded Components: All critical systems protected from direct sunlight
Global Power Compatibility:

– 380–415V / 50Hz
– 400–480V / 60Hz

Operational Excellence

Rapid Deployment. Simple Operation

The AIR-X is engineered for ease of use during critical operations such as shutdowns, breakdown cover, and temporary works.

Simple Start-Stop Interface: Integral control panel with clear visibility on site
True Plug-and-Play Operation: No specialist safety conditions required
One-Piece Design: Minimises setup time and reduces installation complexity
High Mobility:

– Heavy-duty 150mm castors (2 swivel & locking, 2 fixed)
– Integrated forklift pockets for fast positioning

Key Benefits

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Safe operation directly within hazardous environments

2

Maximises workforce efficiency in high-ambient conditions

3

Reduces travel distance to cooling or respite areas

4

Supports longer working hours and improved personnel welfare

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Ideal for temporary or emergency cooling applications

Typical Applications

Pressurisation Support
Spot Cooling
Repair & Maintenance Habitat Cooling
Breakdown & Emergency Cover
Shutdowns & Turnarounds

Markets & Sectors

Oil & Gas (Offshore & Onshore)
LNG & Refineries
Chemical Processing Plants
Mining Locations
Pharmaceutical Facilities

Air-X Unit Information

Feature
Model
Cooling Duty
Classification
Ingress Protection
Refrigerant
Dimensions
Weight
Power Supply

Information
Air X-PACU-24
24kW
Zone 1 2G Gb IIB T3
IP66
R134a (18kg)
1780(L) x 900(W) x 1900(H) mm
770kg
380-480V (50/60Hz Global Compatibility)

Available Optional Extras

Integrated Gas Detection

For maximum inlet safety

Antistatic Ducting

Flexible solutions for both inlet and outlet.

Advanced Connectivity

Custom fan spigots, mains plugs, and cable extensions.

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