Grey fabric air duct installed in Ikea, Springvale, Australia, 2
Grey ductwork system installed in Ikea, Springvale, Australia, 2

An aesthetic solution for your stores

Perfect indoor air quality is essential in stores as it helps to keep groceries fresh, merchandise safe and employees healthy. Fabric-based air distribution solutions do that and add to the aesthetic value. A virtually noiseless air distribution system can adapt to an interior design like a charm. You only need to choose the colors or patterns.

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Even air distribution

Distributes air evenly throughout the stores

Long lifespan

Proven durability for decades to come

Aesthetic solution

Ducts can be printed in any color or pattern and integrated into your design

Virtually noiseless

Does not create additional unpleasant sounds

Palacio de Larrinaga, Spain

“Our customers are quality conscious; we must minimize the air currents and the sound level, always maintaining the right temperature. Last year we installed FabricAir solutions in other facilities within our group and they work very well. In this space, we wanted to integrate elegant design and optimum comfort. In the summer months, temperatures are high in Zaragoza and the air conditioning has worked well – we have not had any complaints.  We are very satisfied with FabricAir’s dispersion solution and we recommend them.”

Luis Catalan, Grupo El Cachirulo, Technical Manager of Maintenance

Select the best aesthetic solution for perfect air in your stores

High-quality air distribution can go hand-in-hand with aesthetics. Check out the components below for more information.

Industrial air duct systems with yellow fabric ducts installed in Danish Crown meat processing factory, Ringsted, Denmark, 2

Duct system

Duct system is custom engineered to create the ideal fit for each application’s specific requirements. Through years of extensive research and work, we have gathered enormous experience. Below, find our suggestions for perfect air distribution in your facility.

Fabrics

Each application requires specific fabric properties. Learn more in the selection below.

Flow models

Our flow models are design to meet the challenges of any application. The ideal flow model for your project is listed below.

Suspension

Our suspension systems meet any installation challenge. Review the suggested suspension combinations below for your application.

Duct profiles

Our engineers tailor duct profiles to the challenges of each project. Learn more in the selection below.

Other products

Check out below additional solutions for this application.

Industrial use white fabric duct in Coles, Lynbrook, Vic, AU, 2
VarioDuct

The FabricAir® VarioDuct™ provides different flow models for cooling and/or heating purposes. It is tailored with an internal membrane that separates the two airflows.

Bergsteen Timber, Office, Køge, DK, 2
Ceiling Diffusers

FabricAir® Ceiling Diffusers are fully insulated, they prevent energy loss, eliminate any risk of condensation and are therefore suitable for isothermal or cooling conditions, and can be deployed for supply and extract air.

FAQ

Retail buildings can contain entrances, refrigerated zones, food displays, lighting loads and changing customer numbers. Air distribution should therefore be designed to maintain consistent conditions for occupants while supporting the environmental requirements of different store areas.

Related terms: retail HVAC, store air quality, customer comfort, food markets, even air distribution, flow models

Permeable textile helps keep the fabric duct surface dry by allowing a small amount of supply air through the material. This can remove the need for external insulation used specifically to control condensation on the fabric duct, although insulation elsewhere in the system remains project dependent.

Related terms: permeable fabric, duct insulation, condensation control, retail fit-out, fabric properties, fabric vs metal ductwork

Yes. FabricAir Ceiling Diffusers can be used in T-profile suspended ceilings and are available for both supply and extract applications. They can therefore complement exposed fabric ducts in stores that contain different ceiling types.

Related terms: fabric ceiling diffusers, suspended ceiling, supply air, extract air, store ventilation, Ceiling Diffusers

Yes. Fabric can be supplied in different colours and with printed graphics, patterns or logos. This allows the air distribution system to be coordinated with retail branding and interior design.

Related terms: retail branding, custom printing, fabric colours, shop design, fabric design options, fabric ductwork and interior design

Potentially. A well-designed fabric system can reduce pressure losses and direct conditioned air more effectively to the required zones. Actual energy savings depend on fan efficiency, airflow, system pressure, operating hours and the alternative design used for comparison.

Related terms: energy efficiency, pressure loss, retail HVAC, fan energy, energy performance of fabric ducting, airflow design

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