Fantech has launched a new VAV system called AirLink which optimises the indoor environment while lowering power consumption.
Fantech product manager, Peter Henry, said the ventilation solution can reduce a building's running costs and environmental impact. He said the air distribution solution represents the integration of multiple technologies.
The AirLink VAV system includes four key components - Air Design Air Handling/Fan Coil units with energy saving EC fans, intelligent Rickard Electronic Variable Air Volume Diffusers, Fantech Axial Fans incorporating Vacon VSDs and a low pressure duct system.
The Air Design units are matched to the highly efficient low pressure duct network that delivers air through the electronic variable Air Volume Diffusers. The air is then returned using the Fantech axial fan and Vacon drive VSD.
Henry said the extensive range of sizes for each component makes the AirLink system suitable for a vast range of commercial buildings including schools and universities, hospitals, convention centres and office blocks.
“The system is extremely effective in applications where the conditions can vary during the course of the day and the ventilation rate needs to be adjusted,” he said.
“It is a fully adaptive solution, so re-zoning and system layout changes can be made easily.
“It offers precise control and monitoring of room air delivery and has a Grade A property council rating for zone size.”
The Air Design Air Handling Units are a crucial part of the AirLink VAV system and are fitted with highly advanced single or multiple EC plug fans providing the full range of air flows with maximum efficiency.
They also have Airepure filters that provide integrated air filtration for most types of applications. There are four main types of Air Design Air Handling/Fan Coil units ranging from 1,600 L/s to maximum 19,000 L/s.
Henry said the Rickard Electronic VAV Diffuser range is an intelligent modular system that is zoned into independently controlled comfort areas. It can be centrally monitored and tuned from the one location via a BMS, as well as adjusted within the occupied space.
“It can be used in most building types and sizes due to the simplicity of its design and flexibility of the system software,” he said.
“The extensive range of Fantech Adjustable Pitch Axial fans are an integral part of the integrated AirLink system. Their high performance impeller blade harnesses the latest construction and design technologies to deliver enhanced pressure development, energy efficiency and reduced noise levels.”
Henry said Fantech axial fans can also be supplied with Vacon variable speed drives, providing variation of fan speed and therefore air flow volume.
“They can be pre-configured with parameters for specific applications to maximise energy efficiency and improve controllability,” he added.