Question 1

How does adiabatic misting actually cool outdoor spaces?

Accepted Answer

High-pressure water (about 100 bar) is atomised into 15–20 micron droplets. Those droplets evaporate before they reach surfaces, absorbing heat from the surrounding air. Typical outdoor temperature drops are 6–12°C without leaving anything wet underfoot.

Question 2

How much water does a sTorks arch use?

Accepted Answer

Consumption is proportional to nozzle count and orifice size. A small arch (6 nozzles, 15 μm) uses roughly 0.3 L/min; a large plaza piece may reach 5–9 L/min. All water is UV-sterilised and filtered to 1 μm before atomisation.

Question 3

Can sTorks systems be customised to a specific site or brief?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The atelier builds bespoke forms for architects, landscape designers and private clients — custom geometries, any RAL finish, polished or brushed stainless, and integrated control for temperature, humidity and interval operation.

Question 4

Where does sTorksArch ship?

Accepted Answer

The studio is based in Kranj, Slovenia, and delivers across the EU and beyond. Installation support is offered directly in Slovenia, Italy, Austria, Germany, Croatia and surrounding regions.

Question 5

What is the lead time for a custom commission?

Accepted Answer

Catalogue arches ship in 4–8 weeks. Bespoke atelier commissions typically run 10–16 weeks depending on scope, finish and control integration.

Question 6

How much does an outdoor misting system cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing is project-specific because every sTorks structure is made to order in stainless steel. A small Cooling Walk arch starts in the low five figures (EUR); large plaza monuments and bespoke architectural commissions are quoted individually after a site brief. All quotes include the high-pressure pump, filtration, controls and installation guidance.

Question 7

How much energy does a sTorks misting system use?

Accepted Answer

A typical pump unit draws 0.4–1.5 kW depending on nozzle count — a fraction of conventional outdoor air-conditioning. Adiabatic cooling uses no refrigerant and no compressor; the only inputs are filtered water and electrical power for the pump.

Question 8

Do sTorks arches need maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Annual servicing is recommended: replace 1 μm fine filters, inspect 15–30 μm nozzle orifices, and verify UV sterilisation lamp output. Stainless-steel structures are otherwise maintenance-free; a winter drain-down is required in freezing climates.