K8 VAV Ducted Fume Cupboard

Our energy saving ducted fume cupboard

Opting for a VAV fume cupboard is a way to reduce energy bills whilst maintaining safe fume containment.

We understand that everyone’s requirements are different and that there is not a “one size fits all” fume cupboard. As the design and build process is all in-house, you are not buying an off-the-shelf solution. This means that the end product does not compromise in functionality for the user.

Why VAV?

Variable air volume (VAV) is a method of reducing the volume of extracted air.

This is achieved through monitoring the face velocity and actuating a volume control damper on the outlet of the fume cupboard. As the air velocity increases over a set point (usually 0.4 or 0.5m/s) the damper will close to reduce the volume extracted.

This means that whilst the fume cupboard sashes are closed, less heated/cooled air is being extracted out of the room, reducing your energy bills and improving the ambient temperature for the end users.

Complies with BREEAM ENE 07.

Auto-Sash

Auto-sash is another option aimed at improving safety and reducing energy bills.

Through the use of a PIR absence detector, the sash will automatically close when the user is not present. Combined with a VAV system this will then reduce the volume extracted.

The sash is driven by a motor located in the top of the fume cupboard.

To avoid collisions, a light-curtain detects any obstacles such as equipment or limbs in the path of the sash.

Note: Auto-Sash is an additional option to the VAV fume cupboard.