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Renty rents out snow machines and snow cannons for events starting at €39.90 per day, snow fluid included. You can book online and pick up for free, or have the machine delivered and set up for you. You can see which snow machines are available for your date directly in our catalog.
A snow machine foams up snow fluid and blows the foam into the air as small snowflakes. Inside the device is a blower, preceded by a nozzle through which the fluid is mixed with air and expelled. The airflow carries the snowflakes forward; they are light enough to fall slowly and dissolve after a short time. Nothing is actually frozen, which is why the effect works at any temperature—whether in freezing conditions or in a heated room.
The density of the snowfall depends on three things: the machine's output volume, the height from which the snowflakes fall, and how still the air is. Therefore, the machine should be placed as high as possible—on a truss, a stand, or a gallery—and blow over the area rather than directly onto the guests. A blower is audible during operation, so keep this in mind when choosing a location. You can control how many snowflakes are in the air using the output dial on the remote, ranging from a light dusting to a heavy blizzard.
Snow machines come in several sizes, and the right one depends on the occasion. Answer three questions, and you'll know which model suits your evening and how much it costs to rent per day.
Most bookings fall between October and February, and three types of events make up the majority. At a Christmas party, the snow is usually run twice: once when guests enter the hall and once when the music picks up in the evening. In between, the machine stays off; otherwise, the effect loses its impact after ten minutes.
At a Christmas market, winter market, or winter festival, it works the other way around. There, the snow cannon operates in short intervals over several hours, usually over the entrance or a photo booth. This is the scenario for which a large tank is designed, because no one wants to refill it every ten minutes. Anyone looking for a snow cannon for a Christmas market here means exactly these devices, not the technology used in winter sports.
At a winter wedding, the snow is used for a single moment: the exit from the ceremony or the first dance. A two-second lead time is enough, then it falls slowly. Everything else needed for the day can be found under wedding technology.
In addition, there are smaller occasions spread throughout the year: winter-themed parties, commercial shoots, carnival events, and children's parties. Off-season planning is usually easier because hardly anyone is thinking about snow then.
The machine should be placed at an elevation to blow over the area. This way, the flakes fall down instead of spraying directly onto the guests.
In the event industry, both terms refer to the same device. Anyone wanting to rent a "snow cannon" will end up with the same machine we have here, which produces foam flakes from snow fluid. The term "snow cannon" has become common for events because the devices eject the foam as if from a pipe.
In a ski resort, a snow cannon means something completely different. There, you will find either a propeller cannon or a snow lance; both atomize a mixture of water and compressed air to create real technical snow. They require freezing temperatures, a water connection, and their own power supply. Renty does not rent out such systems, and no foam-based snow machine can replace them. If you want to cover an area with snow for winter sports, you need a snow lance and have come to the wrong place.
The other common confusion concerns fog. Fog fills the room and makes light beams visible; snow falls from top to bottom and is perceived individually. Both look good together, but they do not replace each other. The equipment for that can be found under fog machines and hazers, and all effect equipment is listed under effect technology.
Renting a snow machine starts at € 39.90 per day, including snow fluid and all-risk insurance. Each additional 24-hour day costs 15% of the base price, meaning the daily rate decreases with the rental duration. Three days therefore cost € 51.87 instead of three times € 39.90.
In practice, this means: A weekend from Friday to Sunday counts as three rental days. If you pick it up on Friday and return it on Monday, you don't pay triple, but rather about a third more than for a single day. The tiered pricing is designed exactly for this, because an event rarely starts on the day the equipment arrives.
Buying your own device is only worth it if you need it several times a year. A snow machine sits in the basement for eleven months, loses its warranty, and must be flushed before every use, otherwise dried fluid will clog the nozzle. For one or two events per winter, renting is the more cost-effective option, and the contents of the canister are already included.
| Gerät | Bild | Bauart | 1 Tag | 3 Tage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eurolite Snow 3001 |  | Kompaktes Gerät | € 39,90 | € 51,87 |
| BeamZ Rage 1000 Snow |  | Kompaktes Gerät | € 49,90 | € 64,87 |
You pick up the equipment from the location in your city and set it up yourself. Everything is prepared for plug-and-play, and there is a video tutorial for every device.
We bring the equipment to your venue and pick it up again after the event. You can handle the connection and setup yourself; every device is prepared for it.
We set up the equipment on-site, handle the cabling, configure the sound and lighting, and dismantle everything after the event. You receive a fully configured system ready to go.
A technician stays on-site during the event, responds to changes in the schedule, and handles the teardown afterward. The safest option for speeches and presentations.
Enter your city and date in the catalog above to see what is available.
Select your equipment and set the rental days; the price is displayed immediately.
Book online, with no deposit and no need for email inquiries.
Pick up with a briefing or have it delivered and set up for you.
Describe your event and we will suggest the right equipment for you. Our consultation is free of charge.
Available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
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A snow machine creates artificial snow using snow fluid and a blower. The flakes consist of water-based foam that falls slowly and then dissolves. Because nothing freezes, the effect works at any temperature—in a heated hall just as well as in a courtyard at zero degrees. If you are looking for a snow cannon, a snow generator, or an artificial snow machine for an event, you are looking for the same type of equipment. Therefore, searching for a snow cannon rental or a snow machine rental at Renty leads to the same catalog.
We have two compact devices and two larger ones available for rent. The Eurolite Snow 3001 weighs 3.1 kg, draws 700 watts, and has a throw distance of up to 2 meters. The BeamZ Rage 1000 Snow operates at 1,000 watts, features a 2-liter tank, and comes with a wireless remote control. Both can be set up in five minutes and require nothing more than a standard power outlet. You can see which machine is available for your date in the catalog above.
Rental prices are gross and listed online, with no inquiries or negotiations required. Renting a snow machine starts at €39.90 per day, with three days costing €51.87. From the second day of rental onwards, 15% of the base price is added per day, meaning the daily rate decreases the longer you rent. Snow fluid is included, there is no deposit, and all-risk insurance is included in the price.
Typical events include Christmas parties, Christmas markets, winter festivals, winter weddings, and photo booths. Indoor use differs from outdoor use. A compact device is enough for a single moment, while a large tank is worth it for hours of snow. If working outdoors, account for wind and rain and place the machine in an elevated position. And in any case, the rule that should be on every provider's site applies: artificial snow makes smooth floors slippery, so the machine should blow over the area and not directly onto the guests.
It is important to distinguish event snow machines from the snow-making systems used in ski resorts. Those work with a mixture of water and air pressure to create real technical snow, which requires sub-zero temperatures. Renty does not rent out such systems. What we offer is an effects device for visual impact, and it is the perfect tool for that purpose.
When renting a snow machine, it is best to compare not just the daily rate, but what is included in the rental. Some providers charge extra for fluid, deposits, and insurance, but here they are all included. Whether you call it a snow machine rental or a snow cannon hire, it refers to the same thing. The catalog above shows which machines are available, and you can book online without needing to send an inquiry.
The location determines which machine is suitable, not just the wattage. Indoors, ceiling height is key; outdoors, it’s the wind. In both cases, the ratio of output, mounting height, and air circulation matters. Four scenarios cover almost every situation.
The room should be high enough for the flakes to fall properly. Position the machine to the side of the area, not directly above people's heads. Ventilation helps; otherwise, the foam will hang in the air as a damp film. For a private indoor party, the smallest rental unit is sufficient.
When using the machine outdoors, the weather is the deciding factor. The effect works well in dry, calm conditions; wind carries the flakes away, and rain dissolves the foam instantly. Place the machine in an elevated position with the wind at its back, and plan for a higher output than you would indoors.
Comparing these two values is the best basis for planning. Two meters may not sound like much, but it is enough for a dance floor if the machine is elevated and blows diagonally across it. One machine can cover a six-by-six-meter area from the corner; for a large area, place one in each of two corners.
There is a fan inside the device, and you can hear it. It is not noticeable with music playing, but it is during a quiet wedding ceremony. For a quiet event, the rule is: run the machine for the moment and then turn it off. If you want to let it run continuously, place it further away and turn down the output; the fan will then run more quietly.
Consumption is listed in the data sheet, but that applies to continuous operation, and a snow machine is almost never used that way. According to the manufacturer, the Eurolite Snow 3001 uses about 110 ml per minute and holds 0.9 liters. Mathematically, that is about 8 minutes of continuous use. If you trigger the effect three times for one minute each, one tank will last the entire evening.
For planning, a simple rule helps: calculate 30–60 seconds of runtime per effect moment. If the snow needs to run for hours, such as at a market stall, break it into one-minute intervals every ten minutes. This is enough for the visual effect and saves you from having to refill it. The fluid is included in the Renty rental price, making it the only consumable you don't have to worry about. Do not use third-party fluids in the machine, as the nozzles are calibrated to the specific viscosity of our fluid.
In addition to the two compact units, we have two larger machines available for rent with significantly higher tank capacities. The Eurolite Snow 5001 holds 5 liters and, according to the manufacturer, runs for about 25 minutes continuously. The ADJ Entour Snow is the professional device in our range: 5.6-liter tank, timer for automatic intervals, DMX connection, and the greatest reach at 5 meters upward. It weighs 13.5 kg. Both are individual units; price and availability can be found on the respective tile at the top of the catalog.
The effect does not depend on the outside temperature. Because the fluid does not freeze, a snow machine works just as well at 22 degrees in a hall as it does at zero degrees in a courtyard; even a cold start in freezing temperatures is fine. In any case, it needs power from a wall outlet. A compact machine draws 700–1,000 watts and runs on any standard household circuit. If you are working outdoors without access to the grid, use a power station and use the power consumption calculator to determine how long the capacity will last for lighting, music, and snow combined.
Yes. The risk of slipping is the most important factor in your planning. The flakes leave a damp film on tiles, sealed wood, and screed. Never point the machine directly at the dance floor, stairs, or a stage entrance; keep a distance of several meters and wipe the area down after the effect.
The machine should blow over the area where people are celebrating, not directly into it. This ensures that no film is left where guests are walking.
On carpet, the moisture is absorbed, which is not an issue. On parquet and tile, it is worth doing a test run in an inconspicuous spot before the real event.
Keep steps, ramps, and stage entrances out of the spray range. This is where the risk of slipping is highest and a fall would be most dangerous.
Some venues do not allow effects over the buffet area or want to know the location of smoke detectors in advance. This can be clarified in five minutes.
The risk of slipping should be considered when choosing the equipment, not just during setup. If you are hosting an event on tile or parquet flooring, it is better to use a smaller machine and trigger it twice for short bursts rather than letting a large one run continuously.
An optical smoke detector is less likely to be triggered by artificial snow than by fog because the flakes are larger and fall faster. However, it cannot be ruled out. In venues with a fire alarm system, the venue management—not the event organizer—makes the final call, so this should be part of your initial conversation with them.
Snow machines are rented out by many providers, and the daily rate alone says little about the final bill. Four points are decisive, and no provider includes all of them in their quote.
The exact scope of delivery is listed in the description of each model in the catalog above. This same description specifies the size, weight, and the number of machines currently available. These four details are helpful with any provider, not just here, and they are the reason why two quotes with the same daily rate can end up costing different amounts. If you are looking for a snow machine in your area, it is best to compare exactly these four points.
Check if your snow machine, lights, and music system can all run on the same circuit.
Technology, schedule, and budget for the evening when the snow machine will be used most.
Fog fills the room and makes light beams visible. Combined with snow, it creates the perfect winter scene.
All effect equipment at a glance: Effect technology
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