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Gulf Construction Online published a nice article about Port-A-Cool. You can read the full article at their portal

EVAPORATIVE cooling systems from Port-A-Cool are gaining popularity and are now finding increasing application in areas that were considered cost prohibitive to keep cool with traditional air-conditioners, according to the US-based firm which will showcase its diverse portfolio of products at The Big 5.

The company says its evaporative coolers are extremely economical, operating for less than $1 a day, allowing their use in applications where users would otherwise not be able to afford the installation, maintenance, and operational costs of traditional air-conditioners.
 
Thanks to the efficiency and economy they afford, these cooling units are now being using in a diverse range of applications, according to Ben Wulf, vice-president of marketing, Port-A-Cool. “Traditionally, the majority of our products have been focused on commercial environments, where you have a lot of heat being generated or for worker safety and comfort, such as construction and industrial sites. However, we continue to find new applications on a daily basis, ranging from agricultural plots and the cooling of equestrian facilities to camel farms.
“In this region, worker safety continues to be a growing concern, and we are continuing to look for and explore new applications all the time.”
 
Wulf says the biggest value that Port-A-Cool brings is its versatility and the number of applications in which the product can be used. “Additionally, with energy costs continuing to rise, our units are extremely energy efficient, operating on only water and standard electricity, making them a much more affordable option compared to traditional alternatives,” he says.
So what’s special about Port-A-Cool’s evaporative cooling solution? Wulf says his company has a variety of units in its product portfolio to meet a number of applications.
We also distinguish ourselves in the market as we produce our own cooling media, allowing us to tightly control the various components and inputs required for producing our units. One other element of distinction is we are the only portable evaporative cooling unit being distributed in the GCC that is made in the US,” he adds.

While the evaporative cooling concept remains the same, Port-A-Cool has continuously improved the technology of the products allowing them to be more efficient and to be used in a wider range of applications.
 
“In addition, our technology has always been ‘green’, in the sense that our units run on tap water and, therefore, are free of harsh chemicals and refrigerants. The energy savings are also significant and the units use very little electricity,” Wulf says.

Port-A-Cool uses 100 per cent virgin kraft paper, containing a higher resin content that helps to provide effective and efficient cooling, with increased durability, strength and longevity of the pads. Its Kuul Pads last for three to four years with minimal maintenance required, and essentially allows one to work in humid environments such as the Gulf.

Wulf says the popularity of its evaporative coolers is rising. “The response has been very strong so far. We have been in the Gulf for a little over seven years and we continue to experience growing demand as we further establish our presence.

“We expect the demand to continue to expand as we continue to educate both consumers and the commercial markets on the value and benefits of our products,” he remarks.
 
In addition, Port-A-Cool allows the use of the outdoor space especially during the summer. “Our products are great for outdoor dining areas, patios, chalets and Ramadan tents,” he says. “Our units are currently being used in the Burj Khalifa, Cafe Blanc and The Orchestra restaurant and Cafe both at Dubai Mall, Al Manzil Hotel, and Sheraton Jumeirah (all in the UAE) as well as in private residences across the region. They are also great for outdoor festivals, hospitality events, and concerts where you need to keep the temperature down while accommodating large crowds.”

In addition, Port-A-Cool also has products in some of the restaurants and dining areas at the Burj Khalifa to keep visitors cool during the summer months.
In terms of iconic projects, the company has worked on many. “The one that stands out in my mind is the Hamad International Airport in Qatar, which used over 300 Port-A-Cool units during its construction phase to keep the workers cool, safe and comfortable during extreme temperatures. Similarly, our products were used during the construction of Muscat International Airport. Some of our prominent clients in the UAE include Abu Dhabi Steel Company, Emirates Steel, Bridgestone Middle East, Schlumberger, Weatherford Middle East and many more,” says Wulf.

If you are interested to visit Port-A-Cool at The Big 5. please visit us at booth PMV C44.

Please contact us to get your best hire rate for this or our other Port-A-Cool models in Europe or visit the general website of Port-A-Cool.

Maurice van der Kooij - maurice@lc-europe.com
LIFE’S COOL EUROPE
C/ Diputacion, 475
08013 Barcelona (Spain)
Tel. 0034 - 93 231 28 10
Fax.0034 - 93 231 14 76
Source of the full article: Gulf Construction Online

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