Air Make Up Units for Agricultural Implements
Agricultural implement finishing often involves long frames, welded attachments, hitches, guards and formed steel parts that move through prep, paint or powder operations before field use. Double D Mechanical installs, relocates and services air make up units that support these finishing areas by replacing exhausted air, stabilizing booth pressure and coordinating heated or tempered supply air with the production layout.
Discuss your installationBalancing Booth Exhaust With Supply Air
A make up air unit has to be matched to the booth or finishing area it serves. Farm implement parts can create large open areas, irregular shapes and frequent door movement, so the supply arrangement should support consistent airflow without pushing overspray, dust or heat into adjacent work zones.
Placement Around Tall Frames and Doors
Equipment location affects duct runs, roof penetrations, curb placement, crane paths, fork truck aisles and access to large doors. Planning the unit and supply ductwork early helps keep clear space for moving cultivator frames, loader attachments, mower decks and other bulky assemblies.
Fuel, Power and Control Tie Ins
Installation planning should account for gas or electrical service, control wiring, interlocks with exhaust fans and access for startup checks. The make up air unit may also need coordination with booth lights, spray controls, fire protection interfaces and building automation points.
Keeping Service Access Practical
Filters, belts, burners, coils, dampers and control panels need reachable access after the line is running. The layout should avoid placing routine service points above blocked storage areas or behind finished goods staging.
Details to Have Ready
Before a site visit, gather the booth model or drawings, exhaust fan data, roof or wall penetration constraints, fuel and electrical information and a simple sketch of part movement through the finishing area.
- Largest implement or attachment expected in the process
- Current exhaust fan sizes and operating modes
- Preferred unit location and available structural support
- Known seasonal temperature or humidity concerns
Frequently asked questions
Why does an implement finishing booth need make up air?
Exhaust fans remove a large volume of air. A make up air unit replaces that air so the booth can hold a more stable pressure and the building is less likely to pull air from uncontrolled openings.
Can the unit serve more than one finishing area?
It may be possible, but the duct layout, controls and exhaust demand need to be reviewed so one area does not disrupt another during production.
What affects the best location for the unit?
Roof structure, wall space, duct distance, service clearance, fuel routing, electrical routing and the path used to move large agricultural parts all affect placement.
What should be checked before relocating an existing unit?
Confirm unit condition, capacity, voltage, gas service needs, curb or support requirements, control compatibility and whether the new location can provide safe service access.