A Change in the Air for Donaldson

PROJECT OVERVIEW

A Change in the Air for Donaldson

Natural Ventilation for Comfort, Compliance & Smoke Control

Airocle supplied and installed a purpose-designed natural ventilation system using 2 Series ridge ventilators at Donaldson Filtration Solutions’ Wyong facility to tackle heat build-up and poor internal comfort caused by industrial processes. The system not only enhances daily airflow for operator comfort but also integrates with the building’s smoke detection system and features fail-safe thermal links to provide passive smoke hazard management in the event of fire, supporting compliance with relevant safety codes

  • LOCATION
    LOCATION
    Wyong, NSW
  • INDUSTRY
    INDUSTRY
    Manufacturing
  • PRODUCT
    PRODUCT
    2 Series

KEY OUTCOMES

Project Highlights

Enhanced Workplace Comfort

Improved Airflow & Temperature Control

The 2 Series ridge vents increase natural ventilation throughout the production space, reducing heat stress and creating a more comfortable environment for operators during both summer and winter.

Dual-Purpose Ventilation & Safety

Everyday Ventilation Meets Smoke Exhaust

The system operates passively under normal conditions and automatically expands smoke and heat relief in a fire event, connecting with the building’s smoke detection system and featuring fail-safe thermal release links.

Compliance & Integration

Meets Safety Standards Without Mechanical Systems

Designed to comply with smoke hazard management requirements and maintain the integrity of ESFR sprinkler systems, the solution provides compliant performance without costly powered ventilation infrastructure.

The Result

Donaldson were able to use the selected ventilators to perform a dual function. Firstly, it has  thermostatically controlled opening and closing dampers to maintain operator comfort and secondly, to operate as a compliant smoke hazard management ventilation system in the event of a fire for smoke clearance that maintains the integrity of the ESFR sprinkler system. The ventilation system is also connected to the buildings smoke detection system, and has fail-safe thermal release links to comply with NCC E2.2C.

Several operators in the Donaldson production facility have commented on noticeable increases in airflow and comfort levels during summer this year. Donaldson are also looking forward to improved comfort levels during winter this year when the vents can be closed and process heat can be used to warm the building.

Client Comment:

“The team at Airocle are passionate about what they do. They have a large range of innovative products that can provide practical solutions for ventilation & shade in industrial buildings”

Scope of Works:

  • Site area Appraisal
  • Design & Engineering Consultancy
  • Product Selection
  • Product application & detailing
  • Installation assistance & support

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