Resolving issues and tailoring solutions nationwide for over 50 years.
With over 50 years experience in the industry, Active Air is Australia’s leader in supplying temporary climate control and power solutions across the country. We are focused on providing the best experience for our customers. Our wide range of equipment coupled with our qualified and experienced staff ensure that we can provide a complete solution for any project.
Active Air has successfully delivered some of the most difficult temporary solutions in Australia and internationally. We have a reputation for being able to complete complex projects with tight schedules in Australia and overseas; we have successfully completed past projects in Tokyo, New Zealand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea.
Learn about our team, our philosophy, and what we do.
Quality equipment you can count on.
When you rent from Active Air, you know that you’re getting only the highest quality equipment. All equipment is regularly checked and maintained in order to ensure there are no glitches.
We’re committed to actively providing complete climate control and power solutions.
Not only do we provide the best equipment, we deliver, install, commission, and maintain it. Our highly experienced staff provide specialist industry support and can build you the perfect solution.
When you choose Active Air for your temporary climate control and power solution, you get the added support and benefits that come with ActiveEdge.
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1910
VA Sweeny Sheet Metal begins trading
Established by Val Sweeny in 1910, the early sheet metal business specialised in making coffee urns, bain maries, and other catering equipment. It was later handed down to his grandson Jim.
1972
VA Sweeny Sheet Metal establishes Active Air
When the family business was asked to fabricate some sheet metal duct-work, Jim saw an opportunity to move into the rapidly expanding Air Conditioning construction business and set up Active Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Pty Ltd. He subcontracted sheet metal work to his grandfather’s business, VA Sweeny Sheet Metal.
1988
AC Rental Industry in Australia is Born
During a trip to Nippon Denso, Jim is advised to try renting the portable air conditioners, the air conditioning rental business in Australia is born shortly thereafter.
1989
Expansion into VIC
Capitalising on its success in NSW, Active Air opens branch in Melbourne.
1995
Expansion into Events
Active Air expands into the events market.
2003
Expansion into QLD
Capitalising on its success in NSW and VIC, Active Air opens branch in Brisbane.
2008
Expands into Rental Chiller Market
Adding to its already extensive product range, Active Air invests in expanding into the chiller market.
2012
Four Generations of Sweeny
Jim’s son Brad becomes Director of Active Air. Capitalising on his success in the event market, Brad leans the business further towards power generation and distribution.
2018
Expansion into Canberra
After seeing success in Newcastle, Active Air expands into Canberra.
2020
Pandemic Climate Control
Worked through COVID Pandemic and completed temporary climate control for the Japan Olympics
2023
Expansion into SA
Active Air opened a branch in Adelaide to continue the expansion and reach across Australia.
Today
We have supplied and installed equipment for some of Australia’s largest temporary climate projects and events, including the 2018 Commonwealth Games, Sydney Festival, Brisbane Festival, Australian Open, Supercars, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and many more.
1910
VA Sweeny Sheet Metal begins trading
Established by Val Sweeny in 1910, the early sheet metal business specialised in making coffee urns, bain maries, and other catering equipment. It was later handed down to his grandson Jim.
1972
VA Sweeny Sheet Metal establishes Active Air
When the family business was asked to fabricate some sheet metal duct-work, Jim saw an opportunity to move into the rapidly expanding Air Conditioning construction business and set up Active Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Pty Ltd. He subcontracted sheet metal work to his grandfather’s business, VA Sweeny Sheet Metal.
1988
AC Rental Industry in Australia is Born
During a trip to Nippon Denso, Jim is advised to try renting the portable air conditioners, the air conditioning rental business in Australia is born shortly thereafter.
1989
Expansion into VIC
Capitalising on its success in NSW, Active Air opens branch in Melbourne.
1995
Expansion into Events
Active Air expands into the events market.
2003
Expansion into QLD
Capitalising on its success in NSW and VIC, Active Air opens branch in Brisbane.
2008
Expands into Rental Chiller Market
Adding to its already extensive product range, Active Air invests in expanding into the chiller market.
2012
Four Generations of Sweeny
Jim’s son Brad becomes Director of Active Air. Capitalising on his success in the event market, Brad leans the business further towards power generation and distribution.
2018
Expansion into Canberra
After seeing success in Newcastle, Active Air expands into Canberra.
2020
Pandemic Climate Control
Worked through COVID Pandemic and completed temporary climate control for the Japan Olympics
2023
Expansion into SA
Active Air opened a branch in Adelaide to continue the expansion and reach across Australia.
Today
We have supplied and installed equipment for some of Australia’s largest temporary climate projects and events, including the 2018 Commonwealth Games, Sydney Festival, Brisbane Festival, Australian Open, Supercars, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and many more.
Work with us
Active Air currently has no open positions, however we always welcome expressions of interest. If you’d like to be considered for future opportunities, please complete the form below and attach your resume