FAQs
What size portable air conditioner do I need to cool my space?
1-ton of air conditioning is 12,000 BTUs. 1-ton of air conditioning is generally enough to cool up to 500 square feet of space with an 8 foot ceiling. There are a variety of factors to take into consideration, here are just a few:
• Is my space an insulated and sealed environment? Is it open to the outdoors (tents, storefront with automatic doors, warehouse, etc)
• Are there large windows that allow sunlight into the room?
• Is there equipment running that generates a high heatload?
• Are there several people in a shared space generating a higher heatload?
You can talk to our support team and request a job walk if you are concerned about the needs of your space
Is there any maintenance required on these machines?
Most of the time you are only required to empty the water once daily. If you are operating in an environment with a lot of dust it is recommended that the filters are vacuumed or replaced to ensure the portable air conditioner is working at its highest efficiency.
Is there any equipment that does not require duct ventilation?
Water cooled equipment may be an option depending on the environment. Water cooled equipment requires hose connections from a water source and requires a constant flow of water is running through the unit and out a drain. If humidity is not a concern, you can also consider evaporative cooling but that is not the same as air conditioning.