Portable Water-Cooler
Running a bakery is a labor of love, marked by early mornings, the scent of fresh bread, and rows of golden pastries on show. But behind the sweet smells and delicious displays is a very real and challenging issue: bakeries generate a tremendous amount of heat. The constant kitchen activity can quickly cause even the most well-ventilated bakery to feel like a furnace!
Traditional HVAC systems often struggle to maintain optimal temperatures, leading to staff discomfort and potential issues with product quality. So, whatʼs a bakery to do when the dough is rising, along with the temperature? It’s time to explore portable water-cooled AC solutions.
Why Is Heat in Bakeries Such An Issue?
Ovens in a commercial bakery typically operate at temperatures of 400°F (204°C) or higher. Pair multiple ovens with proofers, warmers, and other equipment, and you have a workspace that can be tens of degrees hotter than the ambient temperature.
Extreme heat in a bakery can result in:
- Staff fatigue
- Lower staff productivity
- Inconsistent proofing and baking conditions
- Potential for food safety issues resulting from improper cooling
- Increased wear on equipment that’s designed for standard temperature ranges
You know you can’t stop using the equipment that’s causing all these heat-related problems. So, what can you do? For many bakery owners, the solution lies beyond traditional HVAC units.
Introducing Portable Water-Cooled Air Conditioners Into Bakeries
While traditional air-cooled systems are more than suitable for a range of businesses, they simply can’t always keep up in the average bustling bakery. That’s where water-cooled air conditioners come in.
Unlike air-cooled systems that rely on hot ambient air, water-cooled air conditioners use water as their cooling medium. Using water makes them more reliable and efficient in hot environments, such as bakeries. You can also enjoy a range of other benefits, including:
- Consistent cooling performance, unaffected by rising room temperatures
- Compact and mobile – you can move them wherever you need to lower the air temperature
- No exhaust venting is necessary, making them suitable for kitchens and other environments where ductwork isn’t practical
- Efficient operation to reduce strain on your main HVAC system
- Maintain product quality, creating a stable environment for complex bakery tasks like proofing dough and tempering chocolate
Bakery Cooling Solution: The Airrex HWC-19R
Combating endless bakery heat problems can be frustrating, but a solution could be in sight: the Airrex HWC-19R, a 1.5-ton water-cooled portable air conditioner with R-454B refrigerant for efficient and eco-friendly cooling.
With a cooling capacity of 18,200 BTU, it can handle the demands of a busy kitchen or bakery up to 500 square feet. The Airrex HWC-19R boasts a range of benefits for bakery owners looking to invest in commercial kitchen cooling without significant costs or renovations:
- Water-cooled efficiency for superior cooling in high-heat environments like bakeries
- Small footprint to fit into tight kitchen spaces
- Self-contained design with no messy installations
- Completely mobile, so you can roll it where you need it the most
- Built tough with quality components for heavy commercial use
Even as your ovens work overtime, your employees can stay comfortable, safe, and productive with the help of the Airrex HWC-19R water-cooled portable air conditioner.
How to Know A Water-Cooled Air Conditioner Is Right for Your Bakery
Investing in new technology can be scary, even if you know you need to come up with a cooling solution for your bakery fast! Here are just some of the many ways to tell that a water-cooled air conditioner could be the answer to your bakery heat problems:
- Your bakery has high-heat areas where air-cooled units struggle
- You have space constraints
- You produce heat-intensive products like pastries and bread
- Water is accessible, reliable, and affordable in your area
- Your bakery can handle the plumbing requirements and water disposal regulations
- You operate in a hot climate or densely built area with limited exterior space
- Your bakery generates a great deal of internal heat
- You want to commit to long-term energy efficiency
Cool Your Bakery Down with Airrex HWC-19R from Climate Control Solutions
If you’re ready to start operating in a more comfortable, climate-controlled environment for the benefit of your employees and baked goods, contact Climate Control Solutions to learn more about portable air conditioners for commercial kitchens. We can help you determine whether the Airrex HWC-19R or another option is the right fit for you.
