{"id":134294,"date":"2025-09-23T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/our-advice\/natural-and-secure-cooling-for-schools-and-after-school-facilities-oberas-ic-solution\/"},"modified":"2026-02-04T16:12:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T14:12:15","slug":"natural-and-secure-cooling-for-schools-and-after-school-facilities-oberas-ic-solution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/schools-and-higher-education\/natural-and-secure-cooling-for-schools-and-after-school-facilities-oberas-ic-solution\/","title":{"rendered":"Natural and Secure Cooling for Schools and After-School Facilities: OberA&#8217;s IC Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"\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>Every summer, schools and after-school centers face heatwaves and extreme weather events. France experiences more than 50 days of extreme temperatures per year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In classrooms and activity areas, children are particularly vulnerable: heat causes fatigue, drowsiness, and headaches, deteriorating their health and concentration capacity. Teachers and parents are legitimately concerned about students&#8217; well-being during these heatwaves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/produits\/rafraichisseurs-air\/rafraichisseurs-par-evaporation-ic\/\">IC range of evaporative air coolers<\/a>, offered by <strong>OberA<\/strong>, provides a mobile, economical, and health-friendly solution to maintain a pleasant atmosphere, without requiring any work or causing pollution.<\/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-ecoles-1024x683.png\" alt=\"School Coolers\" class=\"wp-image-128545\" style=\"width:282px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-ecoles-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-ecoles-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-ecoles-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/raf-ecoles.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Challenges Faced by Schools During Heatwaves<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Children and heatwaves<\/strong>: heat can lead to discomfort, headaches, and increased drowsiness. These physiological disturbances impair concentration and academic performance. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Educational challenges<\/strong>: many after-school activities (workshops, outdoor excursions, games, etc.) must be adapted or canceled to protect children. Traditional fans (ceiling or mobile) are often insufficient and noisy in large rooms. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Structural constraints<\/strong>: many schools are in old buildings where installing central air conditioning is impossible or very costly. The energy cost of air conditioning has skyrocketed (+250% in 3 years), making it no longer viable for school budgets. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indoor air quality<\/strong>: opening windows wide can let in outdoor dust and pollutants. OberA adiabatic coolers slightly humidify the air, thus capturing particles and allergens, improving indoor air quality. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>To address these challenges, OberA offers natural and high-performance solutions: mobile evaporative air coolers, specially designed for schools and after-school facilities.<\/p>\n\n<p>Unlike traditional air conditioners, these devices operate without a compressor or refrigerant gas. They reduce the temperature by several degrees while consuming up to 80% less energy than a conventional air conditioner. <\/p>\n\n<p>Silent and easy to install, they diffuse a constant flow of fresh air without harsh drafts, preserving the calm of classrooms.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. A Gentle, Mobile, and Child-Safe Solution<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Evaporative cooling<\/strong> operates without refrigerant gases, aggressive blowers, or dry air.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The air is filtered, naturally humidified, and renewed, which <strong>improves indoor air quality<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IC models are <strong>silent<\/strong> and suitable for continuous use in sensitive environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No risk of irritation, condensation, or discomfort for children or educational staff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">OberA&#8217;s IC Range for Schools and After-School Facilities<\/h2>\n\n<p>The <strong>IC range<\/strong> from OberA has been adapted to meet the specific needs of educational and after-school environments. Each model is mobile, compact, and discreet: manufactured in France, this range offers quality and reliability that reassure teachers and parents. <\/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>Perfect for small classrooms, activity rooms, or dormitories (up to 150 m\u00b2) with an airflow of 12,000 m\u00b3\/h. Compact (70 L tank, 43 kg) and on wheels, it can be moved in an instant to quickly provide freshness where needed. <\/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>Ideal for school cafeterias, multi-purpose halls, and large kindergarten sections (up to 250 m\u00b2) with 22,000 m\u00b3\/h. Its 130 L tank and integrated UV lamp ensure optimal water hygiene. Lightweight (50 kg) and quiet, it effectively cools large spaces without disturbing activities.  <\/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>Designed for gymnasiums, covered playgrounds, or leisure centers accommodating many children (up to 400 m\u00b2) with 30,000 m\u00b3\/h. It features a large 200 L tank for extended operation. Powerful (30,000 m\u00b3\/h, 110 kg) yet discreet, it significantly lowers the temperature in large volumes without generating excessive noise.  <\/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<p>These coolers create genuine <strong>cool islands<\/strong> in each room, lowering the indoor temperature by several degrees. A single IC unit may be sufficient to make a room pleasantly cool, or multiple units can be combined to cover an entire building. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Flow (m\u00b3\/h)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Covered Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Water Tank<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IC 12<\/strong><\/td><td>12,000<\/td><td>up to 150 m\u00b2<\/td><td>70 L<\/td><td>43 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IC 22<\/strong><\/td><td>22,000<\/td><td>up to 250 m\u00b2<\/td><td>130 L<\/td><td>50 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IC 30<\/strong><\/td><td>30,000<\/td><td>up to 400 m\u00b2<\/td><td>200 L<\/td><td>110 kg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages and Practical Advice on Our Coolers<\/h2>\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>OberA coolers offer numerous benefits for schools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Energy Savings<\/strong>: in adiabatic mode, electricity consumption is very low. It is estimated that there are up to <strong>80% energy savings<\/strong> compared to conventional air conditioning, which significantly reduces the establishment&#8217;s energy bill. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety &amp; Hygiene<\/strong>: these devices use <strong>no refrigerant gas<\/strong> or chemical products. The water in the tank is constantly sterilized by UV, ensuring purified, bacteria-free air. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Modularity &amp; Mobility<\/strong>: plug-and-play, each cooler connects to a 230 V outlet and can be moved as needed. No ductwork or plumbing installation is required, which is ideal for old or temporary buildings. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Silence &amp; Comfort<\/strong>: the diffused airflow is gentle and uniform, without sudden drafts. Sound levels (e.g., IC 22: 54\u201377 dB) remain moderate, allowing educational activities to proceed without disturbance. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Concentration and Well-being<\/strong>: by maintaining a stable and pleasant temperature, these devices prevent thermal fatigue and improve students&#8217; concentration. They thus contribute to a serene classroom environment, ensuring satisfaction for teachers, the <strong>educational<\/strong> staff, and parents. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\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=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"image advantages\" class=\"wp-image-57732\" style=\"width:205px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/obera.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-avantages.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Furthermore, adiabatic technology naturally improves indoor air quality. Water evaporation slightly humidifies the atmosphere, causing fine particles (dust, pollen, allergens) to fall to the ground. <\/p>\n\n<p>This benefits students suffering from allergies or asthma.<\/p>\n\n<p>We are a recognized company in the professional cooling sector: our products are <strong>Made in France<\/strong> and widely used in workshops and warehouses (hence their robustness). The satisfaction of our clients (schools, communities, businesses) testifies to the effectiveness of our solutions. <\/p>\n\n<p>Originally designed for industry, this technology extends seamlessly and successfully to schools and after-school facilities.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installation Tips for Our Coolers <\/h2>\n\n<p>Place the coolers in central rooms or near high-traffic areas (canteen, gymnasium, multi-purpose hall) to diffuse coolness effectively. Close blinds and shutters during the hottest hours and open them at night to benefit from the cooler outdoor air. According to the ministry&#8217;s heatwave plan, any cool room can become a refuge; thanks to their quick start-up, OberA units can thus transform each classroom into a cool island as soon as students arrive.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n<p>OberA&#8217;s range of mobile IC air coolers is an ideal solution for schools and after-school facilities. It combines safety, quality, and economy to effectively protect children and staff from the effects of heat. <\/p>\n\n<p>Innovative and ecological, these devices embody OberA&#8217;s DNA. Contact our experts to make your establishment a comfortable space in all seasons. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Establishments hosting children and adolescents\u2014schools, nurseries, after-school centers, activity rooms, or school gymnasiums\u2014are particularly vulnerable to heatwaves.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":83737,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Refreshing Schools and After-School Facilities: The OberA Solution","_seopress_titles_desc":"Ensure the well-being and safety of children during hot periods with OberA's mobile IC coolers: a natural, silent, and economical solution.","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[955],"tags":[449],"class_list":["post-134294","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-schools-and-higher-education","tag-coolers","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50","no-featured-image-padding","resize-featured-image"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/134294","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=134294"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/134294\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":140442,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/134294\/revisions\/140442"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/83737"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=134294"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=134294"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/obera.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=134294"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}