Project
Brewing Success: Ensuring Bickford’s Beverage Quality
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Brickford's
Consistent Conditions for Food & Beverage Production
Airocle installed a natural ventilation system at Bickford’s beverage production facility to improve internal air quality and address heat and humidity issues affecting process areas. The passive solution supports better airflow with minimal mechanical dependency, enhancing both worker comfort and operational conditions. As a result, the facility benefits from more consistent internal temperatures, improved environmental control and a healthier working environment that supports beverage quality and plant performance.
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DEVELOPERAhrens -
LOCATIONAdelaide -
INDUSTRYManufacturing -
PRODUCT1 Series
KEY OUTCOMES
Project Highlights
Improved Airflow & Comfort
Better Conditions for Production
The natural ventilation system increases continuous airflow throughout high-activity areas, reducing heat buildup and creating a more comfortable workspace for operators.
Energy-Free Operation
Low Running Costs and Reliable Performance
With no moving parts or power requirements, the passive system delivers dependable ventilation with minimal maintenance and zero ongoing energy use.
Industrial-Grade Durability
Built for Manufacturing Environments
Designed for a high-use production facility, the ventilation solution provides robust, long-term performance suited to industrial conditions.
About Bickford’s
Bickford’s is one of Australia’s oldest and most treasured brands. Founded over 175 years ago, they remain an Australian family-owned and managed business, with their head office and operations centre based in Adelaide.
Their proud history of premium cordials and other refreshing beverages began in 1839 in a small pharmacy. From these humble beginnings, a truly great Australian icon has grown, but their original values of integrity and quality remain true to this day.
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The Challenge
When Bickford’s set out to expand their operations with a new facility in Adelaide, they knew ventilation wasn’t something to overlook. For a space housing both people and precision machinery, getting airflow right wasn’t just about comfort—it was about protecting their long-term investment.
Poor ventilation can lead to heat build-up and humidity, which silently take a toll on expensive equipment and building materials over time.
Bickford’s goal was clear: create a productive, well-ventilated workspace that supports both day-to-day operations and the future of their business.
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The Solution
To deliver on Bickford’s performance goals, we supplied the Airocle 1 Series vents—our ultra-low-profile natural ventilators purpose-built for efficient, economical airflow in today’s industrial spaces. Designed for maximum reliability with minimal visual impact, the 1 Series helps maintain stable internal conditions, no matter the external environment.
Working closely with Ahrens and the Bickford’s team, we engineered a tailored ventilation solution that aligned perfectly with the building’s specifications and operational needs.
The result? A discreet yet powerful system that protects sensitive machinery from heat and moisture, and supports a more comfortable, productive workspace for employees.
Why the Airocle 1 Series?
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Ultra-low profile design for minimal visual impact
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Delivers consistent, controlled airflow without mechanical parts
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Built for industrial durability and long-term performance
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Cost-effective with zero ongoing energy consumption
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Helps regulate internal temperature and humidity naturally
This project is another example of how our solutions don’t just ventilate—they protect assets, improve working conditions, and perform when it matters most.
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