Air Curtains

An air curtain, also known as an air door, creates an invisible door that effectively separates ideal indoor and outdoor temperatures. They work by adding a streamlined, fast-moving air stream to prevent air penetrating through the open doorway.

By creating an air partition between two areas, it prevents outdoor air from entering and indoor air from escaping. This helps the HVAC system work more efficiently by protecting the air conditioned facilities. This in turn reduces overall energy costs (scientific study).

The latest technology allows air doors to work systematically and maintain the optimum balance between velocity & volume. Having an optimized balance allows air doors to operate at a more comfortable sound level.

Blocking Pests & Contaminates

Pests and insects not only make life for clients, customers and staff uncomfortable, but they also have the ability to contaminate products in many industries.

They’re also useful in ensuring that harmful fumes or harsh irritants don’t affect staff.

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Choosing the Best Air Curtain

When choosing the best air curtain for your application there are several important points to consider.

Installation height and height of the opening are two different things. They are installed at a higher point than the actual opening.
The unit is most efficient when placed as close to the opening as possible. This creates an effective seal between two temperature zones.
Models are available with heating capabilities are available. This allows the area to be heated when doors are closed.
The pressure between areas shouldnt be too excessive. It’s important to have an engineer survey the area for proper ventilation.
The entire area must be completely covered, both width and height. R. Williamson & Associates offers air curtains in a wide variety of lengths. However, some areas require more than one air curtain.
Working within your budget. Just because the air curtain has the best price doesnt make it the best choice for your application. Contact a professional to see what's the best air curtain for your price budget.

Features

Air curtains come with a variety of features, providing you with exactly the capabilities and requirements to meet your needs.

Some of our air curtain features include:

Heating Options – Our industrial options support a variety of heating options, offering electric, steam, and hot water, direct and indirect fired gas heat. Unheated units are also available.
Mounting Options – Many of our air doors can be installed both horizontally and/or vertically to meet the requirements for your specific application. In addition, our air curtains can be either wall mounted, recessed air curtain, or suspended depending on your needs.
Motor Options – We can supply you with models with a range horsepower and speed options. Ranging from 1/5 hp to 30 hp we can protect openings from 3’ high to 30’ high. Most of them are provided with motors that are suitable for variable or multi-speed operation.
Digital Control - Most models are furnished with a digital multi-function controller. This control allows for several sequences of operation, temperature control, timed operation, and more.
Wireless operation – Our can come with WIFI – Bluetooth controls. This allows for unit control and programming using your smart device rather than having to physically access the unit.

Air Curtain Sizes

The most common sizes for a standard air curtain:

36″
40″
48″
60″

Of course these are the most common sizes requested. We offer customized air curtains upon request.

Air Curtain Manufacturer

We are proud official representatives of air curtain manufacturer Berner Air Curtains, or Berner International Corporation. Based out of New Castle, Pennsylvania, Berner has been globally distributing their products since 1956. They are widely considered the best air curtains in the industry.

Over the last few years R. Williamson & Associates has been recognized as Berner’s Reps of the Year.

Frequently asked questions

Do air doors save energy?

Yes. By creating an air partition between two areas, it prevents outdoor air from entering and indoor air from escaping. This in turn saves energy and reduces overall costs.

What are air doors used for?

They are used for reducing energy costs and keeping unwanted contaminants out. Especially useful in areas where doors remain open.

Are air curtains effective?

Yes, air curtains are very effective. They create an invisible wall of air between two areas. This helps the HVAC system work less. Thus, reducing energy costs. They prevent bugs, flies, dust and other unwanted contaminants from entering.

Do air curtains keep flies out?

Yes. Most flies and bugs cannot penetrate the air curtain’s air pressure.

Air Door Specialists

We can also send out a trained air door specialist to assess the area and make certain the proper unit is being used for your specific application. We run tests on-site to see how cost effective each model will be to assure maximum efficiency.

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Supplying Air Curtains for the Greater Chicago, Illinois area & Nationwide!

Once you have decided on the appropriate air curtains, R. Williamson & Associates can provide you an air curtain price quote. We specialize in ones that fit a variety of business needs. We are also the official representative of Berner International covering Illinois, Wisconsin, & Indiana such as, but not limited to:

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