When building houses or other structures, it is important to remember that properly designed and constructed ventilation is a mandatory element that must be present in every structure. How to properly route mechanical ventilation ducts, how does a plenum box work and when should it be used?
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How to run mechanical ventilation ducts?
Properly routed mechanical ventilation channels have a huge impact on its efficiency and effectiveness. They also allow for generating real energy savings. Effective ventilation is one of the most important elements that enables regular air exchange in the facility. Maintaining the right microclimate has a positive effect on well-being, allows for reducing air humidity, has a positive effect on air exchange, thus reducing the amount of dust, fungi and harmful gases.
Mechanical ventilation is a solution that allows for excellent control, regardless of weather conditions. The mechanical ventilation system can be properly controlled to maintain optimal air conditions in the rooms. Effective mechanical ventilation requires proper planning of the installation channels, which is why its implementation should be planned at the stage of preparing the house construction project.
How does a plenum box work?
A plenum box is one of the connecting elements used to make a ventilation system. In the system, supply and exhaust air valves are attached to the plenum box. They can be used in both single-family and large-scale buildings. In the latter, they can also perform an additional dampening function, as they allow to muffle the noise that was created in the system.
Depending on the needs of a given installation project, different cabinet variants are used. Depending on the material from which they are made, plastic or galvanized steel cabinets are distinguished. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages, so the final decision must be made taking into account individual project factors.
The plenum boxes installed in the ventilation system are equipped with special connection stubs, placed on the side or at the top, respectively. The inlet elements are additionally equipped with appropriate seals, or if there is no seal - there is a special damper. In the case of outlet stubs, their variant must be matched to the variant of grilles or anemostats located in the system.
When to use plenum boxes?
Plenum boxes are used in particular in ventilation systems with heat recovery. Heat recovery has become increasingly popular in recent years. In this variant, plenum boxes allow for efficient installation, inside which the connections of pipes and valves are hidden.
The purpose of the plenum box is, among other things, to slow down and then even out the air flow before it reaches the supply element. Reducing the air speed in the system is important in the context of people in the rooms to which the air is supplied. Thanks to the supply boxes, it is possible to reduce noise, and in addition, the comfort of use is improved.
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When deciding to install heat recovery, you should plan the entire installation very well, as well as choose the right components for the installation. It is worth remembering that the expense should be treated in a long-term context, so it is not the price that should play a key role, but the quality and durability.
When looking for the right device for heat recovery, it is worth paying special attention to the proper selection of all components. Ensuring optimal tightness and compatibility is the most important thing, which is why the Onninen installation wholesaler offers many accessories, such as the Zehnder DN 125 plenum box extension . Made of plastic, it is characterized by exceptional durability and functionality. A big advantage is the ease of assembly, the whole thing does not require the use of additional tools, because a push-in tip has been used.
Special modules for the HEATPEX ARIA CONNECT plenum box are also available for sale. One of the greatest advantages is that the element is made of a durable, yet very strong material. Used elements can be easily recycled. An advantage is the high tightness class, in the order of ATC1.