Red air ducts installed in Elektrum Olympic Sports Centre, Latvia

Ideal air solutions for ice rinks

Ice rink HVAC systems face a challenge most sports facilities don’t: even a few degrees of temperature swing or a poorly placed diffuser can degrade ice quality while also creating uncomfortable drafts for skaters and spectators. Varied temperatures and uneven air distribution can ruin the fun for spectators and skaters. However, the right combination of fabrics and flow models creates perfect indoor air quality complemented with an aesthetic discreet duct profile that maintains a perfect ice surface.

We have the experience and the know how to guide you through your project

Even air distribution

Delivers consistent temperature across the entire ice surface, preventing the hot and cold zones that cause uneven melting

Hygienic operation

Antimicrobial fabrics resist bacterial growth in a facility used by hundreds of skaters, and ducts are easily washable between seasons

Corrosion-resistant

Fabric doesn’t rust in the cold, high-humidity conditions ice rinks generate year-round, unlike metal ductwork

Aesthetic solution

Custom colors, printing, and duct profiles let ice rink HVAC systems blend into arena branding instead of hanging as visible utility infrastructure

Impact resistant

Flexible ducts withstand accidental contact from pucks, equipment, and rink maintenance vehicles without denting or deforming

Elektrum Olympic Sports Centre

“We had to do an enormous reconstruction in a very short time and because of that, we chose FabricAir to support us in providing correct climate and perfect indoor air quality for 6000 visitors. Very simple and light-weighting solution allowed to facilitate the assembling in the existing sports hall without causing risks for the building.”

Pēteris Grundiņš, Technical Supervisor at Elektrum Olympic Sports Centre

Correct ice rink HVAC configuration keeps the ice perfect

An ice rink HVAC system has to serve two masters: a comfortable environment for skaters and spectators, and the precise thermal conditions the ice itself needs to stay consistent. Getting that balance right protects both the experience and the structure. Explore the fabric, flow model, suspension, and duct profile options below to find the right configuration for your facility.

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.

We have the experience and the know how to guide you through your project