Industrial evaporative coolers • South Africa

Industrial Evaporative Coolers for Factories, Warehouses & Workshops

Buy or rent the locally manufactured MaxCool Omega for high-volume, water-based spot cooling in large open or well-ventilated spaces. Get 23,700 m³/h nominal airflow from a mobile 220 V unit—without permanent ducting.

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Established 2007Built in PretoriaPurchase & rentalNationwide support

MaxCool Omega industrial evaporative cooler with full caster wheels for factories and warehouses

23,700 m³/hNominal maximum airflow

1.10 kW • 220 VIE4 EC motor • single phase

Important application check:Evaporative cooling needs an open airflow path. It is not intended to cool a tightly sealed room like refrigerated air conditioning.

Industrial heat and productivity

Industrial Heat, Airflow and Worker Comfort Challenges

Every factory, warehouse and workshop has a different heat load, airflow path and occupied zone. MaxCool uses those conditions to assess whether evaporative cooling fits and where the Omega should be positioned.

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What this graph shows: As total workplace heat stress rises, modelled physical work capacity falls. WBGT includes temperature, humidity, radiant heat and air movement. This is worker heat-stress evidence—not a MaxCool performance curve. Read the peer-reviewed source.

MaxCool Omega industrial evaporative cooler directing high-volume airflow through a hot South African workshop — The MaxCool Omega directs high-volume evaporative cooling through an open, ventilated industrial work area while heat gathers around the roof and machinery.

How direct evaporative cooling works

Cooler air in. Warm air out.

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Hot, dry air meets wetted mediaThe fan draws air across water-wetted cooling media. Evaporation absorbs heat from the air.
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Dry-bulb temperature fallsThe air becomes cooler and its moisture content rises. The incoming wet-bulb temperature sets the theoretical cooling limit.
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Fresh air needs a clear exit pathCooled air crosses the occupied zone; warm, moisture-laden air must leave through open doors, vents or mechanical exhaust.

Best fit

Hot, dry conditions; factories, warehouses and workshops with open or well-ventilated airflow paths and targeted occupied zones.

Limited or not the right fit

High ambient humidity; sealed rooms; strict temperature or humidity set-points; moisture-sensitive processes; or poor outdoor-air quality without suitable filtration.

Direct evaporative cooling cannot cool below the entering air’s wet-bulb temperature. MaxCool checks climate, heat load, fresh-air entry, exhaust path and placement before recommending a solution.

ASHRAE technical principle·US EPA ventilation guidance

Heat build-up

Roof load, machinery and afternoon conditions can concentrate heat around the work area.

Air movement without cooling

Ordinary fans move ambient air. The Omega adds water-based evaporative cooling where conditions are suitable.

Energy and infrastructure

The 1.10 kW, 220 V Omega uses a fan, pump and wetted media instead of a refrigerant compressor. Mobile use does not require permanent evaporative-cooling ductwork.

Occupied-zone comfort

Direct 23,700 m³/h nominal airflow toward production, packing or dispatch areas instead of the entire building volume.

How industrial evaporative cooling works

How Industrial Evaporative Cooling Works in Factories and Warehouses

The MaxCool Omega draws warm factory air through wetted cooling media. Water evaporation absorbs heat, while high-volume airflow delivers cooler humidified air to occupied work zones without refrigerant gas.

Warm, relatively dry air enters

The fan draws warm air through water-saturated cooling media.

Water evaporation cools the air

Heat from the airstream evaporates part of the water. The air’s dry-bulb temperature falls while its moisture content increases.

Cooler air moves through the work zone

High-volume airflow moves cooler, more humid air through the occupied zone. Warm air must be able to leave through open doors, windows, louvres or mechanical exhaust.

Best fit: hot, relatively dry conditions and open or well-ventilated factories, warehouses and workshops. Cooling performance depends on the entering-air dry-bulb and wet-bulb temperatures, cooling-media effectiveness, airflow, ventilation, heat load, layout and placement.

Black silhouette of a 1680 millimetre man beside a 1800 millimetre MaxCool Omega evaporative cooler — Size comparison: Omega overall height 1,800 mm; male silhouette 1,680 mm (93.3% of cooler height).

MaxCool Omega 36″ industrial air cooler

Maximum airflow for demanding industrial spaces

The South African-built Omega combines high-volume airflow, single-phase power, mobile water capacity and practical controls in one portable evaporative cooling unit.

23,700 m³/hNominal maximum airflow

Up to ±300 m²Application guide per unit*

920 mm fanAxial, direct drive

1.10 kW IE4 ECEnergy-efficient motor

220 V • 50 HzSingle-phase supply

200 L tankMobile water capacity

±105 kgApproximate unit mass

3 control optionsSingle Speed, POD or Digital

1,800 × 1,600 × 780 mmH × W × D

8 m power cableMobile industrial use

*Coverage is an application guide, not a guaranteed cooled floor area. Correct sizing depends on ambient conditions, ventilation, building geometry, internal heat load and placement.

AirflowHigh-volume cooling23,700 m³/h nominal maximum airflow for targeted industrial zones.

Energy1.10 kW IE4 EC motorEfficient motor input without a refrigerant compressor.

MobilityMove it where neededIntegrated 200 L tank and casters support changing work areas.

Local supportBuilt in PretoriaSite advice, purchase, rental and nationwide support from MaxCool.

Industrial and commercial applications

Where portable evaporative coolers work best

The Omega is designed for spot and zone cooling where fresh air can enter and warm humid air can leave. MaxCool assesses the space before recommending quantity and positioning.

Factory cooling

Production lines, assembly zones, packing stations and occupied work areas.

Warehouse cooling

Dispatch areas, loading zones and large-volume storage spaces with ventilation.

Workshop cooling

Automotive, engineering and fabrication environments with open airflow.

Agricultural cooling

Suitable ventilated agricultural, greenhouse and livestock applications.

Gyms & schools

Large halls and activity areas where outside air can move through.

Event cooling

Marquees, exhibitions and open temporary venues, subject to assessment.

Commercial spaces

Large open customer or staff areas that need mobile spot cooling.

Seasonal heat relief

Summer peaks, shutdown work and changing operational demands.

Why choose MaxCool

Buy, rent or request an industrial cooling assessment

South African cooling support since 2007

MaxCool manufactures the Omega in Pretoria and supports South African industrial and commercial customers with application advice, delivery, installation and after-sales assistance.

Built in Pretoria

Site-specific guidance

Delivery and installation

After-sales support

Match the commercial option to the need

Purchase for ongoing operational demand, rent for temporary or seasonal cooling, or start with a site assessment when suitability, quantity or positioning is uncertain.

BuyFor regular, ongoing use

RentFor temporary or seasonal use

AssessFor suitability and sizing advice

Straight answers

Industrial evaporative cooler FAQs

What is an industrial evaporative cooler?

It draws warm air through wetted cooling media. As water evaporates, heat is absorbed and the fan delivers cooler humidified air into an open or well-ventilated workspace.

Where does evaporative cooling work best?

It performs best in hot, dry conditions and in open or well-ventilated spaces. A clear path is needed for fresh air to enter and warm humid air to leave.

Is the MaxCool Omega an air conditioner?

No. It is a water-based mobile evaporative cooler. It does not use refrigerant gas and is not designed to cool a tightly sealed room like conventional air conditioning.

How much area can one Omega cool?

Up to approximately 300 m² is an application guide, not a guarantee. The practical result depends on temperature, relative humidity, heat load, ceiling height, ventilation, airflow obstructions and cooler placement.

How much power does the MaxCool Omega use?

The Omega uses a 1.10 kW IE4 EC motor on 220 V, 50 Hz single-phase power. The electrical point and circuit must still be suitable for the application.

Can I rent an industrial evaporative cooler instead of buying?

Yes. MaxCool provides purchase and rental options, subject to the application, location and equipment availability.

Do you deliver industrial coolers outside Gauteng?

MaxCool is based in Pretoria and provides nationwide delivery and support. Site requirements and logistics are confirmed during the quotation process.

Start with the application

Get a site-specific cooling recommendation

Send the space, location and ventilation details. MaxCool will first check whether evaporative cooling is suitable, then advise on quantity, positioning and whether purchase or rental makes more sense.

Carika083 388 8998 carika@maxcool.co.za

Louis083 255 9912 louis@maxcool.co.za

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