Beloit Papa Johns Gets a Cool New Ingredient: Porta-Air, Inc. Water-Cooled AC Relief

During a summer heat wave in Beloit, Wisconsin, the Papa John’s pizza facility implemented a portable Porta-Air water-cooled air conditioning rental unit to address rising internal temperatures caused by ovens and cooking equipment. This industrial-grade air cooler provides targeted spot-cooling, enhancing employee comfort and safety, which supports maintaining high standards of speed and quality in pizza preparation despite the heat. The solution reflects the franchise’s commitment to both its employees’ working conditions and customer satisfaction.

BELOIT, WI — The ovens at Papa Johns in Beloit are always working hard to deliver "Better Ingredients. Better Pizza." But when a summer heat wave hit, increasing the already toasty internal temperatures of the facility, the team found a smart, portable solution to keep things cool: a Porta-Air water-cooled rental unit.

As temperatures outside soared—reflecting the general trend of warmer summers in Wisconsin—the essential heat from the pizza ovens and cooking equipment created a challenging environment for staff. Recognizing the need to maintain a comfortable and safe working space, the Beloit Papa John’s management quickly deployed a heavy-duty, portable water-cooled air cooler.

The unit, visible in the facility´s back-of-house area, provides targeted spot-cooling right where it´s needed most. These industrial-grade water cooled units, like the one seen, work by drawing in hot, humid air over a cool evaporator coil, which lowers the air temperature , providing a refreshing, powerful cool breeze.

"Our team is the heart of our operation," said a representative for the Beloit location. "When the temperatures spike, their comfort is our top priority. The Porta-Air rental has been a game-changer, keeping a key area of the facility significantly cooler and ensuring we can maintain our high standards for speed and quality, even during the hottest shifts."

The successful deployment of the portable cooling solution ensures that while the pizzas are hot and fresh, the dedicated team making them remains cool and focused. It’s a testament to the local franchise´s commitment to its employees and its customers, proving that great pizza isn´t the only thing they´re serious about in Beloit—they´re also serious about a better working environment.

Next time you enjoy a piping hot pizza from Beloit Papa Johns, you can be sure the ´Better Ingredients´ includes a commitment to ´Better Conditions´ behind the scenes.