As soon as the temperature rises above 35 °C (95.0 °F), many production processes start to falter. Machines can overheat and even fail temporarily. Employees lose concentration or call in sick. As a result, productivity drops while energy costs rise.
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Cooling in these situations is not a luxury, but a necessity. But what does it cost to keep your hall really cool? And just as important: how quickly do you earn back the cost of adiabatic cooling?
People make the difference
An investment in cooling is not only about saving energy, it's also about people.
Many companies struggle with staff shortages, particularly in technical and manufacturing environments where skilled staff are in short supply. When the work environment is too hot, health risks and absenteeism increase. Employees perform less, become exhausted, or choose to work elsewhere. In extreme cases, work is even stopped.
This carries substantial costs and risks:
- Loss of production;
- Recruitment and selection costs;
- Time and money for familiarisation, with loss of knowledge;
- Reduces staff motivation and loyalty.
A positive image
As an employer, you want to be an attractive workplace, and a pleasant indoor climate plays a crucial role in achieving this. A comfortable working environment shows that you take good care of your people. Additionally, investing in sustainable technologies, such as adiabatic cooling, can contribute to a positive image. Customers, partners, and potential employees see that you are future-oriented and responsible.
What does a good indoor climate benefit your business?
Whatever your situation, investing in a healthy indoor climate pays off handsomely. In many industrial companies, we see the following benefits:
- Lower energy bills;
- Machines that no longer break down due to overheating;
- Less production loss;
- Higher work rate due to better concentration;
- Lower absenteeim due to fresh outside air and a comfortable work climate.
A real-life example is Grupo Bimbo. Grupo Bimbo's Dnipro bakery in Ukraine chose six IntrCooll units that deliver 84,000 m³/h of fresh, cooled air. The system optimizes air supply, doubles energy savings, and saves more than €24,970 annually on energy bills compared to traditional air conditioning. Additionally, employee comfort and well-being are demonstrably enhanced.
What determines payback?
Now that we know the payback, let's look at the other side of the equation. The exact payback period depends on several factors. Consider, for example:
- Location of the plant (what are the climate conditions?);
- Current energy prices;
- Number of working hours (are you working only during the week or also in the evenings and weekends?);
- The degree of insulation of your premises (skylights or no skylights);
- Internal heat load (machines, lighting, people, etc.);
- Final result of your production.
What is the payback period of adiabatic cooling?
In most cases, the payback period for adiabatic cooling is between 2 and 4 years compared to traditional air conditioning. This calculation is made without considering any subsidies or tax schemes. With our calculation tool and current weather data, we can make an accurate estimate for your situation.
Why do companies choose Oxycom?
Our customers are not looking for complicated technology, but rather a solution that does what it is supposed to do: keep the hall cool without incurring high energy costs. A system that is quick to install and requires minimal maintenance.
With Oxycom, they benefit from fresh air, a comfortable indoor climate, and personal contact with our team throughout the year.
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"To achieve a comfortable climate, we investigated various solutions, including energy-intensive heat pumps with compressors. However, Oxycom's IntrCooll stood out for its efficiency, durability, and innovation."
- Marcello Attolini, Facilities Manager, Bridgestone, Italy
Ready to do the math?
The cost of such a system varies depending on the situation. Our advisors will be happy to make a no-obligation calculation for you with our calculation tool. That way, you know exactly where you stand.
