Magic-Aire
In 1932, starting out as an automotive parts wholesale distributor, Sydney Gaines and two partners founded the United Electric Company, Magic Aire's parent. Nine years later, after receiving warranty repair contracts on several GM car lines, the company set up an auto repair business in addition to their distributorship. This auto repair business was converted into a retail showroom a few years later when United Electric went into the retail appliance business.
An opportunity arose, in 1945, to furnish evaporative coolers (sometimes called "swamp coolers") to military bases. These coolers were the first Magic Aire branded products and sales were prosperous for the next two decades. Problems with getting warranty settlements on electric motors caused United Electric to set up a department to rewind motors. Soon, the sales of new electric motors boomed.
The year 1947 saw Chrysler Airtemp appoint Magic Aire as the distributor for 28 counties in Northern Texas and Southern Oklahoma. Due to the small population in its sales area, the company had to install their products as well as service dealer accounts.
In 1955 the company moved its four divisions, the Automotive Parts Distribution, the Air Conditioning Distributor, the Magic Aire manufacturing, and the new full-line Electrical Wholesale Distribution into a new masonry building at its present location.
Two years later the company started manufacturing air conditioner coils, marking the beginning of Magic Aire as it is today. The Magic Aire division has grown continually ever since. There were more additions made to the building. The marketing focus changed from nearly all original manufacturer's equipment coils to its own line of evaporator coils and blower coil products.
Stillwater Investments, a New York investment firm, bought the family-owned and operated company in December, 1987. While keeping Magic Aire intact, the wholesale divisions were sold, allowing management to focus on the HVAC business. It also allowed the division to expand into all of the nearly 250,000 square feet of the United Electric Company facility.
In February, 1998, we became a wholly owned subsidiary of International Comfort Products Corporation (USA).
In August, 1999, International Comfort Products Corporation and Magic Aire were acquired by Carrier Corporation.
Large or small, from the 1940's to the 21st century, Magic Aire has continued to pay attention to its customers' needs, supplying the HVAC industry with High quality heating and cooling products, superior service and delivery.
DIRECT DRIVE PRODUCTS
DU Series
Magic Aire DU Series Fan Coils are designed for upscale homes, apartments,
and condominiums. Engineered with the distributor and installer in mind,
one unit satisfies all demands. Now Available with Multi-Function
Controller for easier installation.
The Premium Quality, High Seer
Combination Fan Coil Units for Vertical and Horizontal Application with Hydronic
or Electric Heat.
DV Series
Vertical direct drive air handlers are especially adaptable for installation in an apartment closet type area. Unit design allows for connection to remote condensing units, chillers and water heating systems. These units are available in 1 to 2.5 ton sizes.
BELT DRIVE PRODUCTS
BM Series
The modular air handler series can be utilized with various blower discharge configurations of vertical, horizontal and even counterflow. Available from 2 to 20 tons, available options include chilled water and DX cooling coils, heating coils, mixing boxes and leg kits.
BR Series
The Magic Aire BR represents an exceptional value in a quality, rooftop air handling unit. Lower overall weight makes it easier to meet critical roof load limits without sacrificing user deisired quality features.
BV Series
Vertical belt driven air handlers with variable pitch motor sheaves allow greater control to deliver desired CFM vs. ESP. Available options are chilled water and DX cooling coils, heating coils, discharge and return boxes (grilles must be field supplied). Check valves for heat pump application are also offered for field conversion of DX cooling coils. Units are available from 2 to 10 tons.
HB Series
HBB horizontal blower coil units provide flexibility of design with belt driven fans, multiple coil row capability, and factory modifications available.
Available options include:
- chilled water and DX cooling coils,
- hot water and steam heating coils,
- pleated filters,
- face and bypass dampers for temperature control,
- mixing boxes,
- discharge grilles,
- and motor start/stop stations (MSS).
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| DU Series | DV Series |
| BM Series | BR Series |
| BV Series | HB Series |