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VORTEX™ Precision Cooling Kit

Cut Through the Heat
The Portacool VORTEX™ delivers targeted cooling right where it matters most. VORTEX is the only cooling solution on the market that rapidly delivers evaporative cooling deep inside enclosed trailers and other confined spaces.
A Portacool APEX 700 evaporative cooler with a VORTEX precision cooling add-on installed, and related parts.
A Portacool APEX 700 with a VORTEX precision cooling kit at a loading dock lowers the temperature inside a trailer while a warehouse worker operating a forklift enters.
Portacool APEX 700 and VORTEX logos.

Precision Cooling Where it Matters Most.

Targeted Cooling For trailers, docks, and people
3 Minutes Time to exchange heat in a full-sized 53’ trailer
Quick Installation Set up targeted cooling in minutes
3x Greater Airflow Better reach than a typical dock fan
3,450 Lumen LED lamp included
Attach to the APEX 700 Focus the power of your Portacool
Diagram showing a Portacool APEX 700 evap cooler exchanging hot air for targeted cold air at a loading dock with a VORTEX precision cooling add-on.

What makes VORTEX™ different?

Innovative Design

Durable, high-velocity nozzle with 180° pivot mount and integrated LED light is designed for trailers and dock environments.

Leading Performance

Exchanges the hot air in a full-size 53’ trailer for cool air in under 3 minutes.

Portable & Easy to Install

The quick-mount system bolts on to the APEX 700 and can be installed, removed, or repositioned in minutes.

Ready to Work

Made of rugged, durable materials and built for industrial use, the VORTEX comes with a 1-year warranty on all parts and the peace of mind that comes with the Portacool® name.

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Who VORTEX Helps

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Dock Doors
& Truck Trailers

Warehouse workers loading and unloading trucks in high-heat zones.

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Industrial
Facilities

Machine operators and assembly lines.

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Confined Spaces
& Targeted Cooling

Workers in hot locations where space is limited.

The Challenge

The Solution

Keep Workers Safe

Create a safer, cooler work environment inside trailers, reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses, and ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines. Relief from heat stress means fewer medical risks, more energy, and stronger morale.

Boost Productivity

Cooler working conditions help maintain worker stamina, accuracy, and throughput, especially during peak summer months. Vortex makes trailer work faster, safer, and less exhausting.

Preserves Goods

Reducing heat exposure to sensitive cargo during loading and unloading helps avoid spoilage and damage.

Improves Retention & Satisfaction

Better working conditions contribute to higher morale and reduced turnover, creating a competitive advantage in tight labor markets.

Sustainable & Cost-Effective

Our system operates on low energy and water usage, providing a green alternative to more energy-intensive solutions, such as diesel-powered A/C units or passive methods that deliver limited relief.

Easy to Use & Out of the Way

Built tough for daily dock use. A quick-attach system sets up in minutes without disrupting dock operations. Our mounting system positions the Portacool where it won’t interfere with workflow.

Dock Doors & Truck Trailers

A forklift loading a trailer at a warehouse dock.

Confined Spaces & Targeted Cooling

A welder working in a hot, confined space, being kept cool by a Portacool APEX 700 upgraded with a VORTEX precision cooling kit.

Assembly Lines

Workers at an manufacturing assembly line, being kept cool by Portacool APEX 700 evap coolers equipped with VORTEX precision cooling kits.

Industrial Facilities

An industrial worker interfacing with industrial equipment, being kept cool by a Portacool APEX 700 evaporative cooler equipped with a VORTEX precision cooling kit.

How VORTEX Works

An infographic showing how Portacool's VORTEX precision cooling kit works by exchanging hot air for cold air in targeted areas.
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Take a Closer Look

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Product Information

Watch VORTEX™ Explainer Video 2:05
Max Airflow Reach 50 ft.
Noise Level 53 dB
Max Operating Temperature Up to 130°F
Time To Replace Air < 3 minutes
Weight < 100 lbs
Position Adjustment Portable / Easy Install
LED Lighting 3,450 Lumen LED included
Number Of Parts For Installation 24
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