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Proper water distribution is vital for system performance. Kuul evaporative media supports air velocities up to 700 feet per minute without carryover. If exceeded, a drift eliminator cassette captures any potential for expelled water droplets up to 800 feet per minute. Let’s look inside and see the proper configuration for effective water distribution. At…
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Even Water Distribution – Kuul Evaporative Technologies Best Practices
Even water distribution is vital for system performance. Kuul evaporative media supports air velocities up to 700 feet per minute without carryover. If exceeded, a drift eliminator cassette captures any potential for expelled water droplets up to 800 feet per minute. Let’s look inside and see the proper configuration for effective water distribution. At…
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Alliance Air Products Utilizes Powerful Cooling Technology to Beat the Tijuana Heat
In the sweltering heat of Tijuana summers, where temperatures often soar into the nineties and beyond, powerful cooling technology comes to the rescue to provide a comfortable working environment. Alliance Air Products, a versatile manufacturer of custom air handlers, recognized its need to provide a cooling solution for its Tijuana workers. Alliance’s products, which…
Keep Kuul - Season 2
How Does Safety Increase Productivity?
Ensuring employee safety is crucial for productivity. By implementing safety methods in the workplace, staff can prioritize safety and recognize its importance. This link between safety and productivity is essential for the well-being of both employees and the organization
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AHR Expo’s Promising Outlook for the HVAC Industry This Year
The HVAC industry can expect to see some exciting changes this year after the 2023 AHR Expo concluded in Atlanta earlier this month. The three-day event, held from Feb. 6-8, featured over 1,800 participating companies and their displays, along with over 35,000 attendees. The promising direction that the HVAC industry is headed in will offer…
Articles Engineering & Construction
A History Made by Its People with Michelle Bauer and Henry Denton
Twenty-seven years is a long time between friends. Michelle Bauer and Henry Denton should know; that’s how long each has been with Portacool, back when it was part of the General Shelters Group. Bauer, an Engineering Projects Coordinator, and Denton, an Engineer at Portacool, talked about Portacool’s rich history and the many changes along its…
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The Rising Growth of Portable Evaporative Coolers
There is a growing demand for commercial cooling solutions, as indicated by the past two years. Industry experts say the evaporative cooling market hit $5.76 Billion in 2021, which they expect to reach $8.41 Billion by 2027. It’s evident; the market isn’t cooling off any time soon. Ben Wulf, President & CEO of Portacool, LLC,…
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Navigating Payer Denials: A Physician Advisor’s Perspective #2
A physician advisor recently described a case that should unsettle anyone who cares about fair, clinically grounded coverage decisions: a Medicaid patient arrived comatose from an overdose, was emergently intubated, developed aspiration pneumonia, and stayed through three midnights before leaving against medical advice. By any bedside standard, this is acute, unstable care—exactly what…
Inside ERISA Denials: Why Employers May Be the Real Decision-Makers Behind Your Insurance Card
Insurance denials aren’t new, but they’re hitting a breaking point right now. As prior authorizations surge and patients face longer delays for everything from imaging to specialty drugs, more providers are realizing that the “payer” on the card often isn’t the one truly holding the reins. A growing share of Americans are covered…
Laying Out the Landscape in Today’s Patient Monitoring
More and more hospital environments rely on continuous, high-quality data to support faster clinical decisions, but much of today’s patient monitoring still varies widely by unit, device, and workflow. This episode kicks off a five-part Health and Life Sciences at the Edge series exploring The Future of Patient Monitoring. Intel’s Kaeli Tully, Solutions Engineer…
People-Centric HR in Practice: How Jen Schomer Turns Organizational Chaos into a Culture of Trust and Performance
In today’s whiplash workplace—where startups scale fast, funding dries up faster, and employee expectations keep evolving—HR isn’t a back-office function anymore. The rise of fractional leadership, remote teams, and constant regulatory change has forced companies to rethink how they support people while still hitting business goals. Leaders are realizing that “culture issues” often trace…
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Even Water Distribution – Kuul Evaporative Technologies Best Practices
Proper water distribution is vital for system performance. Kuul evaporative media supports air velocities up to 700 feet per minute without carryover. If exceeded, a drift eliminator cassette captures any potential for expelled water droplets up to 800 feet per minute. Let’s look inside and see the proper configuration for effective water distribution. At…
Alliance Air Products Utilizes Powerful Cooling Technology to Beat the Tijuana Heat
In the sweltering heat of Tijuana summers, where temperatures often soar into the nineties and beyond, powerful cooling technology comes to the rescue to provide a comfortable working environment. Alliance Air Products, a versatile manufacturer of custom air handlers, recognized its need to provide a cooling solution for its Tijuana workers. Alliance’s products, which…
How Does Safety Increase Productivity?
Ensuring employee safety is crucial for productivity. By implementing safety methods in the workplace, staff can prioritize safety and recognize its importance. This link between safety and productivity is essential for the well-being of both employees and the organization
AHR Expo’s Promising Outlook for the HVAC Industry This Year
The HVAC industry can expect to see some exciting changes this year after the 2023 AHR Expo concluded in Atlanta earlier this month. The three-day event, held from Feb. 6-8, featured over 1,800 participating companies and their displays, along with over 35,000 attendees. The promising direction that the HVAC industry is headed in will offer…
Articles Engineering & Construction
A History Made by Its People with Michelle Bauer and Henry Denton
Twenty-seven years is a long time between friends. Michelle Bauer and Henry Denton should know; that’s how long each has been with Portacool, back when it was part of the General Shelters Group. Bauer, an Engineering Projects Coordinator, and Denton, an Engineer at Portacool, talked about Portacool’s rich history and the many changes along its…
The Rising Growth of Portable Evaporative Coolers
There is a growing demand for commercial cooling solutions, as indicated by the past two years. Industry experts say the evaporative cooling market hit $5.76 Billion in 2021, which they expect to reach $8.41 Billion by 2027. It’s evident; the market isn’t cooling off any time soon. Ben Wulf, President & CEO of Portacool, LLC,…
Cool Solutions: Internationally Dealing Cooling Portacool Products in Europe
While the cooling (and heating) business is quite a niche area, a Portuguese-based company has found success in the field thanks to its relationship with Portacool — a Texas-based portable cooling manufacturer. In the latest episode of the podcast “Keep Kuul with Portacool,” host Tyler Kern interviewed Nuno Couceiro, the CEO of Ameno — a…
Keep Kuul: The Cost of Heat Stress and Heat Injuries in the Military and the Correlation to Civilian Occupations.
Shon Wainscott, National Accounts Manager at Portacool, sees a direct correlation between keeping cool in the military and keeping cool on the job. Wainscott spent fifteen years serving in the Army, the bulk of that time in the infantry. He spoke about his experiences with Tyler Kern and why it’s essential to have the proper…
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Surviving the Summer Heat in Industrial Settings
With the summer season well underway, people are experiencing the heat in full force. The sweltering temperatures can be particularly challenging for those working in industrial settings, where heavy machinery and large vehicles can generate additional heat. One such setting is the Heavy Duty Fleet Shop, where high-volume vehicles are transferred on a daily…
Tips for Moving Your Portacool and ensure Optimal Performance and Protection
Portacool takes pride in providing their customers with top-notch products and exceptional customer service. As part of our commitment to excellence, they understand that their customers may need to move their Portacool from one location to another. While they recommend that the cooler be kept upright to ensure optimal performance, there are certain situations…
Stay Cool, Enjoy Gathering and Bug-Free with the JS250 by Portacool
As the temperatures start to rise, having a reliable cooling solution in place becomes essential. And for those who love spending time outdoors, a portable evaporative cooler can make all the difference. The JS250 setup is an impressive piece of equipment with its compact design, making it easy to move around, and its powerful…
Portacool’s Versatile Cooler Ideal for Challenging and Hazardous Locations
Brent Fisbec, a representative of Portacool, is currently present in East Texas, and has brought along the latest innovation from his company – the hazardous location series cooler. Designed to operate in hazardous locations, this cooler is a versatile and effective solution for a variety of applications. With the help of this innovative technology,…
