Air Curtains Save You Money!
Air curtains save you money by helping keep cold air inside your refrigerated container while reducing the amount of warm air that enters when the door is open. Every time you move products in and out of your refrigerated container, cold air can escape and warm, humid air can enter. An air curtain creates a barrier across the open doorway that helps reduce this exchange of air.
If you frequently open your refrigerated container throughout the day, air curtains can help your refrigeration system maintain a more consistent temperature and reduce the amount of work it needs to do.
We offer air curtains with our refrigerated container options, and we can also install air curtains on existing refrigerated containers.
Recently, we installed an insulated personnel door, air curtains, and a heated door seal on a refrigerated container being used by a customer as a custom butcher shop.
Keep Cold Air In and Warm Air Out
One of the biggest benefits of an air curtain for a refrigerated container is helping keep conditioned air inside.
When the door of a refrigerated container is open, cold air escapes and warmer outside air enters. The refrigeration system then has to work to bring the interior temperature back down.
An air curtain creates a stream of air across the open doorway that acts as an invisible barrier. This can help reduce the amount of cold air escaping and warm air entering the container.
If you’re constantly moving products in and out of your cooler, air curtains can help save you money by reducing the amount of conditioned air that is lost every time the door is opened.
Keep Unwanted Insects Out
Did you know that air curtains for refrigerated containers can also help keep unwanted insects out?
The continuous airflow across the doorway can make it more difficult for flying insects to enter when the door is open. Air curtains can also help reduce the entry of outdoor contaminants such as dust, pollen, and smoke.
This can be especially beneficial for food-related applications. Butcher shops, meat-processing areas, restaurants, and other food-storage operations can benefit from maintaining a clean and controlled environment.
For businesses handling food products, an air curtain can provide an additional layer of protection while products are being moved in and out of the refrigerated container.
Air Curtains Can Help Save on Energy
Along with helping keep cold air inside, air curtains can help reduce the workload on your refrigeration system.
When less warm air enters the refrigerated container, the refrigeration system may not have to work as hard to bring the temperature back down. This can help reduce refrigeration demands and potentially lower energy consumption.
The amount of energy you can save will depend on several factors, including how frequently the door is opened, outside temperatures, the desired temperature inside the container, and the refrigeration system being used.
This can be particularly important during the warmer months when the temperature difference between the inside and outside of your refrigerated container can be significant.
Why Air Curtains Save You Money
So, do air curtains save you money?
They can.
By helping keep conditioned air inside your refrigerated container, an air curtain can help reduce air exchange, support more consistent temperatures, and reduce the workload on your refrigeration system. They can also help keep unwanted insects and outdoor contaminants out of your cooler.
If your refrigerated container door is opened frequently, an air curtain can be a worthwhile addition to your setup.
Looking for an Air Curtain for Your Refrigerated Container?
USA-Containers can help you determine whether an air curtain is right for your application. We offer refrigerated containers with air curtains and can also install air curtains on existing refrigerated containers.
Whether you’re storing produce, meat, or other temperature-sensitive products, we can help you find a refrigerated container solution that fits your needs.
Contact USA-Containers, LLC to learn more about refrigerated containers, air curtains, and our custom container modifications.
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