Author Archives for Michael Nicolini
About Michael Nicolini
Michael Nicolini is the President of Premier Industries, Inc., a Phoenix, Arizona manufacturer of stainless steel evaporative cooling and air handling equipment serving customers nationwide since 1983. Under his leadership, Premier Industries designs and builds industrial coolers (1,000 to 60,000 CFM), commercial units, portable MobileCool® coolers, cooling media, and custom wet sections, all manufactured in the USA from heavy gauge stainless steel and backed by a ten-year rust-through warranty on qualifying equipment. Michael’s content draws on the engineering, airflow performance data, and product support that come with manufacturing this equipment firsthand. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.
November 11, 2025 6:21 pm
Published by Michael Nicolini
Evaporative coolers are an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solution for keeping residential and industrial spaces comfortable in hot, dry climates. However, excessive evaporative cooler noise levels can be disruptive and may indicate underlying issues within the system. Understanding what causes these noises, how to troubleshoot them, and how to maintain quiet operation is essential for ensuring both performance and comfort. Common Causes of Evaporative Cooler Noise Evaporative coolers, also known as swamp coolers, operate using a straightforward process: warm outside air is drawn through moistened cooling pads, where water evaporates and lowers the air temperature before it is circulated indoors.... View Article
November 11, 2025 3:09 pm
Published by Michael Nicolini
Understand the Real Cost Before You Buy Evaporative cooler cost can range from a few hundred dollars for a portable unit to several thousand dollars for a professionally installed commercial or industrial system. The final number depends on the type of cooler, the size of the space, the installation method, the materials used, and the long-term expense of electricity, water, and maintenance. If you are comparing cooling options for a home, shop, warehouse, or large work area, a clear cost breakdown makes it easier to choose the right system without overspending. Compared to traditional air conditioning, evaporative cooling is often... View Article
November 11, 2025 3:03 pm
Published by Michael Nicolini
When it comes to cost-effective, large-scale climate control, commercial evaporative cooling systems are an increasingly popular solution. These systems operate on natural thermodynamic principles to reduce indoor air temperatures using water evaporation, making them both energy-efficient and environmentally responsible. For large facilities such as warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers, understanding how evaporative cooling functions and how it compares to traditional HVAC systems is key to optimizing comfort, performance, and operational costs. Understanding Commercial Evaporative Cooling Systems At its core, an evaporative cooling system uses the physical process of water evaporation to lower air temperature. When water changes from liquid... View Article
September 19, 2025 8:18 pm
Published by Michael Nicolini
Selecting the right evaporative cooler pad materials is one of the most consequential choices you can make for system performance, service life, and total cost of ownership. Pads determine how effectively heat and mass transfer occur inside the cooler, how much fan horsepower you need to overcome pressure drop, how often you’ll be cleaning minerals and biofilm from the media, and how predictably the unit holds setpoint as outdoor conditions swing. Types of Evaporative Cooler Pad Materials Explained At a high level, pad media must (1) expose a large wetted surface area to the airstream, (2) distribute water uniformly with... View Article
September 19, 2025 8:14 pm
Published by Michael Nicolini
Evaporative cooling systems can deliver exceptional comfort at a fraction of the energy draw of mechanical refrigeration, if they’re maintained with discipline. The following evaporative cooling maintenance tips present a practical, technically grounded checklist to maximize uptime, extend component life, and keep performance high through the most demanding parts of the cooling season. We’ll break the program into what you should do seasonally, daily, and annually, and then dive deeper into the three highest-impact subsystems: pads, water distribution/pump, and water quality/conductivity control. Seasonal Evaporative Cooling Maintenance Tips A seasonal maintenance window, typically late spring before startup and late fall before... View Article
