Ductless Cooling Innovations Target Rising Outdoor F&B Resilience

By Colin Tessier · Lodging Magazine · 2026-07-20

According to Lodging Magazine, hotel operators are increasingly adopting ductless mini-split systems to maintain patio and rooftop bar revenue during periods of extreme summer heat. Midea’s David Rames explains that these variable-speed units allow properties to circulate chilled

According to Lodging Magazine, hotel operators are increasingly adopting ductless mini-split systems to maintain patio and rooftop bar revenue during periods of extreme summer heat. Midea’s David Rames explains that these variable-speed units allow properties to circulate chilled