Air curtains (or air doors) are devices that produce a controlled stream of air across building entryways or openings to create an environmental separation between two spaces. They’re extremely versatile and widely used to regulate temperature, keep flying insects out, and block smoke and contaminants.

Even though their blowers run on electricity, air curtains reduce the load on your air-conditioning or heating systems and minimize heating and cooling losses due to the continuous opening and closing of doors at commercial facilities.

This results in substantial net energy savings, making them a lucrative option across industries. In a study by the Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA), it was found that air curtains created annual energy savings of 6660 kWh (1.4%) to 11085 kWh (2.3%) compared to a single door.

However, it’s extremely important to ensure that you have the right product. Installing one whose specs don’t match your needs can land you in a lot of trouble. This article discusses the things you should keep in mind when specifying air curtains and how to make the right choice.

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