Rapid Engineering air make-up unit installation and relocation
Rapid Engineering air make-up units replace air exhausted by paint booths, powder systems, ovens, blast areas and other industrial finishing equipment. Double D Mechanical plans installation, relocation and connections around unit placement, duct routing, heat, gas, electrical service, controls, roof or wall openings and maintenance access.
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Balancing Replacement Air With Exhaust
Make-up air equipment should be planned with the exhaust loads it supports. Booth fans, oven exhaust, cure areas and general ventilation all affect where replacement air enters and how it moves through the work area without creating drafts across finishing operations.
Unit Placement And Duct Connections
A make-up air unit may sit on a roof, platform or equipment pad, depending on the facility. Duct runs, weather openings, curb conditions, structural support and discharge direction should be reviewed before setting the unit or cutting penetrations.
Heat, Fuel And Electrical Service
Gas piping, electrical feeders, disconnects, control wiring and safety interlocks need coordinated routes. Service access to burners, filters, dampers, motors and control panels should remain open after ductwork and adjacent equipment are installed.
- List the exhaust equipment the unit will support before sizing the work area layout.
- Confirm duct routes, roof or wall openings and discharge location before installation.
- Reserve service clearance at filters, heat sections, fan access and controls.
Relocation And Reconnection Details
Moving a make-up air unit requires documenting duct orientation, controls, fuel piping, electrical connections, curb or support conditions and discharge direction. The receiving location should be checked for utility reach, maintenance access and airflow relationship to the process equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Why is make-up air important for finishing equipment?
Exhaust fans remove large amounts of air, and replacement air helps maintain a stable work area for booths, ovens and related processes.
What should be gathered before a unit site visit?
Equipment drawings, exhaust fan information, duct layout, roof or wall photos, gas and electrical details, and notes about the processes served are useful.
Can a Rapid Engineering make-up air unit be relocated?
Yes, when the new location can support ductwork, utilities, controls, service access and the airflow needs of the connected processes.
What service access matters most?
Filters, burners or heat sections, fan compartments, dampers, valves, disconnects and control panels should remain reachable.