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Does Your Evaporative Media Need to be Changed?

July 6, 2022 2:38 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

If you want to escape the heat in summer, then evaporative coolers are an effective way to chill the air in dryer conditions. They are, unfortunately, not as effective in more humid environments. But you can improve their cooling capabilities by ensuring that they are operating correctly and are regularly cleaned. A critical component in any evaporative cooler is the evaporative cooler media.  The cooling pads are designed to allow the cooling media to soak up water and at the same time allow air to pass through. It is the passage of air through the water-soaked cooling media that causes... View Article


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What Size Pads Does My Swamp Cooler Need?

March 31, 2022 9:30 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Your swamp cooler depends on pads to keep moisture in the system. These pads don’t last forever, so there are a few things you need to know – including what size pad your system takes. What are Cooler Pads for Evaporative Air Coolers? One of the most important components of an evaporative air cooler is the cooler pad. The moment you turn on your evaporative cooler, the air is going to blow over that pad. The pad should be kept wet at all times so that your system can complete the evaporative process. If the pad is damaged, it’s not... View Article


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How to Cool a Commercial Kitchen

March 31, 2022 8:28 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Keeping a commercial kitchen cool is critical. With so many appliances generating heat, you need a way to maintain a comfortable temperature. It’s a good idea to have more than one cooling system in place since you will be generating heat, steam, and even grease throughout the day. What Temperatures Should a Commercial Kitchen Be? Regardless of the food you are cooking in a commercial kitchen, you need to make sure that you maintain a temperature that is comfortable for everyone. If the kitchen gets too hot, you run the risk of employees’ body temperatures rising – and that can... View Article


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Why Did My Swamp Cooler Stop Working?

February 16, 2022 8:40 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When your swamp cooler stops working, it’s important to know why. You may be able to identify and perform the needed swamp cooler repair on your own or you can reach out to a professional. In some instances, it may even be time to replace your evaporative cooler with a new one. What is the Life Expectancy of a Swamp Cooler? The life expectancy of a swamp cooler averages between 15 and 20 years when it is properly maintained. Since there aren’t a lot of moving parts, it doesn’t require repairs like an HVAC system. While some older units may... View Article


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Evaporative Cooler VS Air Conditioner: What is the Best Option?

February 16, 2022 8:35 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When you want to cool your home or small business down, it’s important to explore the options. It comes down to evaporative cooler vs air conditioner. By knowing what each has to offer, you can make an informed decision. How Does an Evaporative Cooler Work? Portable evaporative coolers can be set up in minutes to cool a space down considerably. A water-soaked medium is used to cool the air down and infuse it with more moisture. These units work well in dry, hot climates. The air operates in an open system where it is circulated from the outside (such as... View Article