Non Military Applications for an Environmental Control Unit

Military environmental control unit (ECU) is a portable air conditioner and heater combined that can be transported around the world and used in a variety of different settings and challenges. The ECUs help keeps thousands of troops comfortable in harsh climates. Temperatures in some troop locations can reach more than 120 F during the day and then drop below freezing at night. The unit can also help keep important gear cool to assure continuous operation of the equipment. There are several other uses for these units other than military applications; this article will explain some of those additional applications where an ECU can provide relief for civilian personnel and equipment.

One way the military’s ECU has made a contribution to civilian life is in keeping FEMA trailers cool and comfortable in the summer months; areas where these trailers have been placed can be very hot and humid. In the winter, the unit can be used to heat the same FEMA trailer to help protect against the bone chilling air. A durable unit is needed in these places to maintain a livable temperature throughout the year, both day and night.

The environmental control units can also be used to help keep servers from overheating. Servers can cost tens of thousands of dollars and can be damaged when temperatures spike. Entire rooms filled with servers can be kept cool with this unit. And in bitterly cold times when the server room needs to be kept at room temperature the same ECU can help do that as well.

Large tents can be used for wedding receptions, revivals, and for many other occasions where huge crowds of people and food need to be protected from the elements. A military environmental control unit can be used to keep the tents at a perfect temperature. On hot days and nights the ECU can be used to keep temperatures from rising within a tent, even if the tent is full of people. And on cold days and nights it can keep everyone comfortable without having to bundle up with heavy clothing that can restrict movement.

An open dorm can be challenging for a number of reasons, especially if the temperature inside the dorm is uncomfortable. A military ECU can provide the heating and cooling for such a structure as well. Military environmental control units can perform in any environment and at high altitudes. Whether it's a couple of people or thousands, the ECU can do the job. For a demanding job you need a tough piece of equipment.