Milestones

Jaybird Milestones

Since 1984, Jaybird Manufacturing has continued to grow through product innovation, facility expansion, and practical engineering improvements. From the first Humidifan to the latest CoolAire Mist systems, our history reflects a steady focus on durable, application-driven equipment built for real-world performance.

2020s 2010s 2000s 1990s & Origins

2020s

2025–2026	Mobiles The Mobile XE series was modernized with advanced control systems, dual flow valves, black housing updates, and optional stainless steel plumbing.
2024	CoolAire Mist Jaybird releases its newest product venture, CoolAire Mist, expanding into large-area mist cooling applications.
2022–2023	R&D Begins into CoolAire Mist Research, testing, sourcing, and development begin for entry into the mist cooling market.
2018–2019	XE Hanging Sump Introduction of the XE Hanging Sump model, paired with the GT Hanging Sump released earlier.
2018	XE Rear Feed Blade A successful injection mold investment becomes a major advancement for the Turbo XE series.

2010s

2016–2017	GT 500 & Stainless Steel Upgrade Jaybird introduces a mid-sized product line and upgrades many components to 18-8 stainless steel across all product lines.
2015	Big Contract from U.S. Government Jaybird equipment is selected to maintain humidity in hangars for B-2 Stealth Bombers.
2015	New Facility Aids in Marketing Push A new website and product videos help strengthen and modernize the company message.
2013	Construction of New Facility Jaybird completes its new manufacturing facility.
2011–2012	Building Planning Years of planning and paperwork lead to approval for construction of the new facility.

2000s

2005–2008	Aquafog 700 Product Line The Aquafog 400s debut in 2005 and later evolve into the Hydro SS 700 line.
2005	Injection Molding In-house injection molding significantly advances Jaybird’s production capability.
2000–2004	Tool & Die Investment Jaybird invests in machinery, tooling, and die-making capability to improve manufacturing independence.
2000	Exporting Achievement Growth in export sales leads to formal recognition from the state government.

1990s & Origins

1998–2004	S. Korean Distribution Partnership Jaybird establishes an import agreement in South Korea, helping fill an important product gap at the time.
1998	Mobile HRSM A new mobile unit grows into a series of three separate mobile models and becomes an important addition to the product line.
1997	Trade Name Jaybird secures legal rights to the Aquafog trade name.
1997	Front Page Local News Jaybird’s production floor is featured in a local newspaper story covering exporting firms.
1996	Industrial Park Location Jaybird moves from its residential location to the Woskob Industrial Park in State College, Pennsylvania.
1993	Debut of the Turbo XE The Turbo XE introduces major improvements in fogging quality, water containment, and size reduction.
1992	Rotational Molding This manufacturing improvement raises product performance to a significantly higher level.
1991	Humidifan Turbo An important engineering breakthrough significantly reduces unit size.
1991	Jaybird’s First Expansion Jaybird expands from a small garage into a much larger building constructed next door.
1987	Jaybird & Humidifan 110 Jaybird incorporates and debuts its first unit, the Humidifan 110.
1984–1987	The First Humidifan (Aquafog) Dr. Daniel C. Milbocker builds the first Humidifan in 1984 and later receives a U.S. patent in 1987.