Alpha Precision – Evaporative Air Cooling Solutions
Alpha Precision experienced extreme heat in its factory, with temperatures reaching 34°C during the summer months. A particularly hot corner of the factory, along with five CNC lathes, caused staff discomfort and reduced operational efficiency.
The company needed a solution that could provide effective cooling without the costs or complications of permanent air conditioning.
“Our factory does get extremely hot in the summer, sometimes up to 34°C.” - Paul Newman, Alpha Precision
- Company: Alpha Precision |
- Industry / Sector: Manufacturing – Engineering |
- Location: Poole |
- Contact: Paul Newman
Why McCarthy Hire?
Through their maintenance engineer, Alpha Precision identified that they could benefit from a trial of evaporative air coolers. The goal was to test a portable, efficient cooling solution in the most affected areas of the factory.
Alpha Precision decided to hire the MC400C Air Cooler for a three-month trial period.
The Solution
- Cooler Model: MC400C Air Cooler
- Hire Period: 3 months
- Deployment: Single unit moved to different positions to find the optimal cooling effect
The MC400C’s high airflow of 30,000 m³/h and large 300-litre water tank provided strong, sustained cooling while remaining portable and easy to reposition.
Results & Impact
After installation, the benefits were immediate and measurable:
- Rapid Cooling: Noticeable temperature drop within 15 minutes
- Effective Performance: Reduced temperatures by approximately 5°C in the small, confined area
- Staff Comfort: Operators appreciated the improvement, making the workspace more comfortable during peak summer heat
“We really appreciated the ability to trial the MC400C. McCarthy Hire were extremely helpful and the product worked well in a confined area.” - Paul Newman
The trial proved that evaporative air cooling is an effective, flexible and low-cost alternative to permanent air conditioning in hot industrial workspaces.
Future Plans
Alpha Precision indicated they would recommend McCarthy Hire to other businesses and are considering purchasing a unit for ongoing use, acknowledging the difficulty of installing conventional air conditioning in their factory environment.
“Yes, I would recommend McCarthy Hire and would consider a purchase as it’s difficult for our factory to have air conditioning.” - Paul Newman
Key Takeaways
- Evaporative air coolers provide rapid, noticeable temperature reductions in small or confined industrial areas.
- Portable hire solutions allow businesses to trial equipment before committing to purchase.
- McCarthy Hire’s flexible, nationwide service ensures that cooling solutions can be deployed wherever and whenever they are needed.
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