{"id":133623,"date":"2025-09-14T07:36:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T05:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/our-advice\/thermal-comfort-in-retail-spaces-ic-coolers-the-mobile-solution-for-businesses\/"},"modified":"2026-02-04T16:19:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T14:19:56","slug":"thermal-comfort-in-retail-spaces-ic-coolers-the-mobile-solution-for-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/trade\/thermal-comfort-in-retail-spaces-ic-coolers-the-mobile-solution-for-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"OberA IC Coolers: Thermal Comfort for Businesses and Showrooms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cooling your commercial space during periods of high heat becomes a priority to ensure the comfort of customers and employees. <strong>OberA adiabatic air coolers<\/strong> offer an <strong>economical and ecological<\/strong> solution for quickly lowering indoor temperatures. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>These evaporative cooling systems purify the air while cooling it. OberA offers <strong>plug &amp; play<\/strong> equipment, easy to install and move, which consumes up to <strong>80% less energy<\/strong> than traditional air conditioning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Improved air quality: OberA units filter and purify the air, reducing dust and microorganisms.<br\/>The <a href=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/produits\/rafraichisseurs-air\/rafraichisseurs-par-evaporation-ic\/\">IC range of industrial air coolers<\/a> developed by <strong>OberA<\/strong> effectively cool commercial spaces without major work, at a lower cost, and in an eco-responsible way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instant comfort and efficiency: a powerful fan circulates the air and reduces the temperature by several degrees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-point-de-vente-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Retail Cooling\" class=\"wp-image-128719\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-point-de-vente-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-point-de-vente-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-point-de-vente-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-point-de-vente.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Cool Your Store?<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>High heat<\/strong> in a commercial space can harm business activity and <strong>thermal comfort<\/strong>. Customers feel less at ease, and employees&#8217; <strong>work<\/strong> becomes more difficult. Cooling your commercial space therefore allows you to:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Optimize <strong>activity<\/strong> (sales and customer reception) even in hot weather.<br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve the <strong>comfort<\/strong> of employees and customers, preventing fatigue and irritation.<br\/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect your <strong>profit margin<\/strong> by maintaining a pleasant temperature all year round.<br\/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>OberA adiabatic coolers are specially designed for <strong>commercial<\/strong> environments and workshops. Their mobile system eliminates the need for heavy equipment installation. You simply plug in the unit, fill the water tank, and the hot air from the <strong>space<\/strong> is drawn in and cooled. This high-power fan reduces heat without generating a heat island or releasing harmful refrigerants.   <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The IC Range: Models for Every Store Format<\/h2>\n\n<p>OberA offers the <strong>IC<\/strong> range, adapted to different commercial volumes. Each model features a specific <strong>airflow<\/strong> and a water tank sized to effectively cool the <strong>store&#8217;s<\/strong> air. <\/p>\n\n<p>The main characteristics are summarized below.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">IC 12<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-12-2-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"ic 12\" class=\"wp-image-124143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-12-2-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-12-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-12-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-12-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-12-2.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideal for small local businesses (boutiques, salons, small offices). Very compact (43 kg) and on wheels, it can be placed behind a checkout or in a hallway to cool up to 150 m\u00b2. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">IC 22<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-22-2-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"ic 22\" class=\"wp-image-124296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-22-2-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-22-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-22-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-22-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-22-2.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for medium-sized areas (organic stores, sales halls, agencies) up to 250 m\u00b2. Its large tank (130 L) offers good autonomy, and it includes a UV lamp for optimal water hygiene. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">IC 30<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-30-4-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"ic 30\" class=\"wp-image-124370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-30-4-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-30-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-30-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-30-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ic-30-4.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Intended for large commercial areas (showrooms, garden centers, covered markets), it cools up to 400 m\u00b2. With its 280 L tank and powerful flow, it maintains <strong>thermal comfort<\/strong> even in high-traffic areas. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/produits\/rafraichisseurs-air\/rafraichisseurs-par-evaporation-ic\/\">Discover our IC range<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Air flow (m\u00b3\/h)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Max Area (m\u00b2)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tank (L)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IC 12<\/strong><\/td><td>12,000<\/td><td>150<\/td><td>70<\/td><td>43 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IC 22<\/strong><\/td><td>22,000<\/td><td>250<\/td><td>130<\/td><td>50 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IC 30<\/strong><\/td><td>30,000<\/td><td>400<\/td><td>280<\/td><td>110 kg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>These models all feature <strong>simplified control<\/strong> (control panel and remote control) and produce a reasonable noise level (similar to a vacuum cleaner) for staff comfort.<br\/>They ensure progressive air cooling through natural water evaporation. The system also includes continuous <strong>ventilation<\/strong>: the room air is renewed every 3\u20135 minutes, which purifies the atmosphere and limits the concentration of dust and microorganisms (without spraying water thanks to the evaporative media). <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Energy and Ecological Advantages<\/h2>\n\n<p>Choosing OberA means opting for a <strong>cooling<\/strong> system with controlled energy and environmental impact. Adiabatic coolers consume very little electricity and <strong>water<\/strong>, which reduces energy expenses. <\/p>\n\n<p>Compared to traditional air conditioning, you can save up to <strong>80% energy<\/strong>. In practice, this means a reduced bill during heat peaks: a solid financial argument for a store owner. <\/p>\n\n<p>Furthermore, the process is <strong>ecological<\/strong>: it does not use refrigerants and avoids discharging hot air outdoors. The only resource consumed is water (8\u201330 L\/h depending on the model), which is easily refillable. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Tips and Implementation<\/h2>\n\n<p>To get the most out of an OberA cooler, ideally place it in a <strong>cross-ventilation<\/strong> area or facing the warmest part of the store (near a sunny display window or preparation area). Since the models are mobile, you can use multiple units depending on the surface area. A few simple actions:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regularly fill the tank<\/strong> with clean water (continuous circulation system).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Empty and clean<\/strong> the tank before winter to remove deposits (the patented Pureflow pre-filter limits fouling).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Direct the airflow<\/strong> towards strategic areas (checkouts, displays, workstations).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measure the temperature<\/strong> before and after installation to verify efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>These steps ensure <strong>homogeneous cooling<\/strong> and lasting comfort. OberA even offers a consulting service to size the right model according to the business activity. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparative Table<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Conventional air conditioner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>OberA Cooler (Adiabatic)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Energy Cost<\/strong><\/td><td>High (electric compressor)<\/td><td>Very low (uses water for cooling)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Maintenance<\/strong><\/td><td>Complex (refrigerant fluid)<\/td><td>Simple (no gas, basic maintenance)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Installation<\/strong><\/td><td>Fixed and expensive<\/td><td>Mobile, plug &amp; play<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>User Comfort<\/strong><\/td><td>Heat evacuated outside<\/td><td>No heat island, purified air<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Environmental Respect<\/strong><\/td><td>Lower (refrigerant gases)<\/td><td>High (no refrigerant fluid)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>This table shows that for a <strong>commercial business<\/strong>, the OberA solution is <strong>more economical and sustainable<\/strong>: your customers enjoy healthy fresh air, and you reduce your <strong>energy<\/strong> bill.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways:<\/h2>\n\n<p>Ultimately, <strong>cooling your commercial space<\/strong> with OberA means investing in a solution adapted to modern <strong>commercial activities<\/strong>. OberA adiabatic coolers guarantee <strong>fresh<\/strong> and purified air, <strong>thermal comfort<\/strong> optimal, as well as simple and economical management of store cooling. The choice of IC models (IC 12, IC 22, IC 30) allows for meeting <strong>different<\/strong> surface area and traffic needs. With OberA, every store can benefit from a pleasant working environment during hot periods, while limiting the <strong>energy<\/strong> and environmental impact.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Retail is a sector where the customer experience is directly influenced by the point-of-sale environment. 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