Coopervision complex features Airbloc air curtains

Airbloc has supplied its flexible air curtains for the office and warehouse complex of contact-lens manufacturer Coopervision.

The two-storey atrium reception area of the company's new office and warehouse complex suffered from draughts every time the main entrance doors were opened.

These were often powerful enough to slam shut the doors to the storage areas, as well as making the area feel cold.

A solution was required that would eliminate draughts, warm the area during cold-weather spells and provide fresh-air movement in hot weather.

A 2m Airbloc AC air curtain was installed above the main entrance doors to the building, immediately beneath a reinforced steel joist that is clad and painted to minimise its appearance.

The air curtain was specially painted in the same shade of grey as the steelwork.

The electrically heated Airbloc air curtain delivers a barrier of air across the main doorways, preventing draughts or cold winds from entering the building.

When required, the sheet of air can be heated to provide warmth to the reception area and to prevent conditioned air escaping from the building.

In summer, the air curtain runs on the fan, introducing cool air to the area.

Fitted with emergency lights and an exit sign, the air curtain serves an additional safety purpose.

A second ambient Airbloc AC was also fitted to the doorway between the warehouse and the disabled undercroft car-parking area.

Previously, the door had often slammed shut, preventing disabled people accessing the car park.

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