Summer heat is intensifying and energy costs are rising. If you’re looking for a more cost-effective way to stay cool at home, or need a way to keep employees comfortable in areas where air conditioning is impossible or impractical, an evaporative cooler may be the solution. Portacool, LLC manufactures top-quality evaporative coolers which use proprietary media pads for optimal cooling. These swamp coolers are available in a wide selection of models that fit any situation. If you are unfamiliar with evaporative coolers, you can discover how they work, as well as more useful information from t ..read more

Big Ass Fans. Best known for their massive HVLS ceiling fans, this company brings efficient, quiet, powerful cooling solutions to a multitude of large spaces. Ball parks, airports, sports complexes, outdoor dining, and many other locations benefit from these impressive fans. The Big Ass Fans Name Created in 1999, this “HVLS Fan Company” quickly became known as Big Ass Fans among people who marked the huge impact they had on facilities. Companies noticed improvement in productivity and recognized the safer work environments promoted in industrial spaces. Originally designed for use in barns an ..read more

When you hear the term swamp cooler, you might be a bit confused. Also known as evaporative coolers, these are earth-friendly, affordable cooling options. Most effective in dry climates where humidity is 60% or below, they pull air over saturated rigid cooling pads that can reduce your room temperature up to 20 degrees. Our customers commonly use them in bedrooms, living rooms, garages, covered patios and porches, as well as in outdoor spaces like pool decks.  Discover how they can help you beat searing summer heat without sky-high power bills, while maintaining an environmentally ..read more

With the weather warming up, the more intense heat of summer is just around the corner. If you’re looking for a way to cool things off, an evaporative cooler, also called a swamp cooler, might be a good choice for you. Not only can they help you conquer the heat, they have additional benefits you may not be aware of. Let’s take a closer look at these earth-friendly, versatile cooling machines. How Evaporative Swamp Coolers Work Evaporative coolers work using water and wind to cool the air around you. Thick, rigid media pads are saturated with water from the reservoir or using a garden hose, a ..read more

Summer temperatures are about to soar, particularly in the Southwest, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up patio parties or endure the dry heat under an ineffective fan. Swamp coolers, also known as evaporative coolers, are a great option for keeping your  indoor spaces, as well as your outdoor areas comfortable even in the hottest weather. In fact, we think they’re the best way to cool your home or outdoor living area. Keep reading to learn about these unique coolers – and how they can be life savers this summer. What is a Swamp Cooler? Unlike traditional ACs that use compressors ..read more

Evaporative coolers (also known as swamp coolers) offer instant relief to hot summer temperatures, but what about when the seasons start to change? It’s simple to winterize your evaporative cooler so it’s ready to go when you need it next. Why Winterizing is Important Prevents calcium build-up and other issues like mold and mildew growth in the tank and pipes. Draining your evaporative swamp cooler avoids potential water line freezing during cold winter months. Instructions for how to drain your cooler should be included in the owner’s manual. Extends the life of your cooler to save you ..read more

Reasonably priced, easy to install, and energy-efficient, the Hessaire evaporative coolers effectively cool down any space by as much as 15 – 20 degrees. Primarily used in areas where humidity is 60% or less, these nifty cooling units are easier to use than air conditioners. What makes the MC37 models different from each other—aside from the model name? Here is a brief overview of the Hessaire MC37 cooler models with their specific and unique features. Use the quick links below to jump to a section. Hessaire MC37V Hessaire MC37M Hessaire MC37A Hessaire MC37V Mobile Evaporative Cooler The He ..read more

Just by looking through our website, it’s easy to see that we carry a variety of brands and products. Have you ever wondered how we decide which brands to offer our customers? We are always looking for brands that are a fit with our customer’s needs and lifestyles. That’s why we’ve put together our Meet the Manufacturer series to give you a “behind the scenes” look at some of our manufacturers. Today we’re taking a look at Hessaire manufacturers of evaporative swamp coolers, their history, products, and how they’re giving back to their local community. Keep reading and you’ll quickly see ..read more

Summer is a welcome season with vacations at the beach, late sunsets, and outdoor activities to enjoy. Sometimes however, sweltering temperatures  can make outdoor summer activities not-so-fun. Evaporative coolers or swamp coolers are massively popular for outdoor cooling, particularly in the southwestern United States where the arid climate can quickly drain energy. However, outdoor evporative coolers can be a refreshing addition to any outdoor activity, no matter where you live. What is an Evaporative Swamp Cooler Anyway? Evaporative coolers do actually work using the principle of ..read more

Very hot. An intense dry heat. Like an oven. Imagine holding your face in the heat of the oven until you absolutely have to turn away. That’s what it was like over there. This is how my husband described the heat in the summer of 2007 in Baghdad when I asked him to recount it for me a few days ago. I still haven’t tried the oven test yet, but I get the point. Not fun! During his deployment, I had to stop myself from complaining about the Georgia heat. It was nothing compared to Iraq where temps were regularly 110 or higher. In one of his care packages, I included everything I could think of t ..read more