Destratification Systems for Commercial Spaces
Larger spaces like warehouses and factories often suffer from inconsistent temperatures. As hot air rises and cooler air remains closer to the ground, the temperature tends to stratify, with heat concentrated in the upper part of the space while it stays cool down below.
As a result, it can be difficult to maintain an even distribution of temperature throughout the space. This can lead to a range of challenges, including higher energy costs, an uncomfortable working environment, and even issues maintaining the quality of production and preservation and integrity of your stock.
Destratification tackles this problem by circulating air throughout the space using a fan system. The destratification fans are placed at ceiling height and can detect when the temperature gradient becomes too high. They activate automatically and then, once a consistent temperature has been reached, they switch off again, ensuring maximum efficiency and helping to reduce your overall energy costs. Destratification systems make for an effective pairing with warm air heating solutions.
Why Choose OKEL for Destratification Systems?
Recycling Heat From Lighting and Machinery: A destratification system can recirculate the heat generated by your machinery and lighting, which would ordinarily remain trapped in the upper part of the room. This energy-efficient approach can further reduce your heating costs.
Reduced Wear and Tear on Existing HVAC Equipment: Destratification can help to limit the demands on your existing heating and cooling systems. By helping you to maintain a consistent temperature, it reduces the need to keep your HVAC equipment running throughout the day. As a result, you’ll have lower maintenance costs and spend less money on repairs.
Substantial Reduction in Energy Bills: By counteracting the tendency of hot air to gather near the ceiling, destratification helps prevent you from needing to continually run your heating system. As a result, you can enjoy a significant drop in your energy costs, while also decreasing your carbon footprint and limiting your environmental impact.
Improved Comfort Levels: Temperature stratification can make it difficult to keep your employees warm during the colder months. By implementing a destratification solution, you can improve the overall comfort levels of your staff, helping to increase their satisfaction and even offering productivity gains.
Assists with Cool Air Flow: Destratification systems don’t just help keep your space warm through the winter; they can also contribute to tackling the summer heat.
Our Destratification Fan Installation Process
On-Site Consultation
One of our expert engineers will visit your site to perform a free survey and discuss your unique requirements to find the right heating or cooling solution for you. They will be your point of contact throughout the installation process. At this stage, we will also take note of any existing HVAC systems already installed on the premises.
Solutions and Quotations
Based on our survey and your property’s needs, we’ll provide a custom design for an energy-efficient, cost-effective air movement system. Your project manager will then review the proposal and forecast how much it is likely to cost to be installed.
Pre-Installation Planning
Before installation begins, we perform detailed risk assessments and schedule the installation to minimise disruption as much as possible. We take the safety of our engineers and clients very seriously, which is reflected in our detailed planning process.
Installation
Our team of fully accredited and highly experienced engineers deliver a safe, reliable and streamlined installation for your new system. The size of the building and complexity of the system will affect the time it takes to complete the installation.
Handover and Sign-Off
Once the new destratification fan system is installed, we provide training on your new system and ensure everything is working to your satisfaction.
Ongoing Aftercare
We offer full warranty protection as well as an annual maintenance service to keep your new destratification system in top condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What Types of Commercial Spaces can Benefit From Destratification Solutions?
Destratification is particularly beneficial for larger spaces such as factories and warehouses with ceiling heights over 5m. These spaces are more likely to struggle with temperature stratification, resulting in higher heating costs and poor energy efficiency.
- What's the Potential Energy Savings with Destratification Systems?
A destratification system prevents heat from gathering in the upper part of larger spaces like warehouses, factories, and sports halls. Ensuring the heat is more evenly distributed means there’s less demand on your existing HVAC systems. This won’t just save you money on repairs and maintenance, but it’ll also reduce your overall energy costs.
In our experience, a well-designed destratification system can reduce your energy consumption by up to 40%. This can represent a significant saving, depending on the specific size of your space and the efficiency of your current heating system.
Of course, for maximum savings, you’ll want your destratification system to be designed and installed by experts. This will ensure you get a solution that’s properly tailored to your space and which uses the most appropriate design for maximum efficiency.
- Can Destratification Systems Work with Existing HVAC Systems?
Yes, destratification systems can serve to complement your existing HVAC system, making it more efficient and reducing overall wear and tear. By preventing hot air from gathering in the upper part of the building, a destratification system helps you to achieve a consistent and comfortable ambient temperature without having to run your heating systems continuously. As a result, you’ll face less wear and tear, improved efficiency, and reduced maintenance costs.
- How Does Destratification Impact Indoor Air Quality?
Destratification can improve the air quality of your indoor space by keeping air circulating consistently and preventing allergens and pollutants from gathering in those hard-to-reach areas near the ceiling. Additionally, they can contribute to the overall efficiency of your existing HVAC systems to improve the freshness of the air in your indoor space, providing significant benefits for your employees.
- Can Destratification Solutions be Customised for Specific Space Requirements?
Yes, destratification solutions can – and should – be customised to meet the specific needs of your space. At OKEL, we approach every project with a commitment to finding the right solution for your requirements, and that includes designing and installing the most appropriate destratification system. With a focus on providing a bespoke solution that is tailored to your exact circumstances, we can maximise the efficiency benefits you receive.