Airius Destratification Fans Optimising Heating Comfort & Costs at University of Tasmania

The high ceilings and stone construction of the building presented a challenge for effective occupant comfort. With generated heat quickly rising to ceiling level, overheating of the space was required to achieve comfortable temperatures at floor level, creating huge energy wastage and excessive power costs.

Project Mechanical Engineers COVA specified a series of Onyx Series EC fans to be installed throughout the indoor spaces at heights of up to 7.5 metres, to destratify the internal spaces and optimise heating and energy efficiency, dramatically cutting heating costs and improving occupant comfort.

The Onyx EC destratification system reduced heat build-up at ceiling level, delivering more even temperatures at floor level to improve comfort and optimise learning environments for students. By improving heating efficiency, it helps lower running costs and reduce CO₂ emissions across the Stone Building.