Which Cold Chain Air Curtain Do I Need?.
When it comes to cold chain operations, maintaining the right temperature is critical for product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with hygiene standards. Cold chain air curtains are an excellent solution – but which one is right for your facility?
From supermarkets and logistics warehouses to cruise ships, airline catering, and even abattoirs, cold chain air curtains deliver significant benefits. Here are some ways to help you choose the right unit for your application.
Freezer or chiller cold storage
Thermoscreens offers different cold chain air curtains to meet specific temperature requirements. Which temperature are you trying to maintain?
- CS Air Curtain – Ideal for cold storage facilities down to -25°C
- HE Air Curtain – Designed to maintain climate separation at 5°C
- RA Air Curtain – Suited for refrigeration areas down to 0°C
Your cleaning requirements
For facilities with stringent hygiene needs, like abattoirs or food production areas, cleaning is critical to keep in line with regulations. The HE Air Curtain is the perfect choice thanks to its stainless-steel body for corrosion-resistant, long-lasting durability. The HE’s IP66 rating also allows the unit to be jet washed without risk of damage.
Vertical or horizontal installation
Doorway design often influences installation:
- Horizontal air curtains – Ideal when there is ample space above the doorway.
- Vertical air curtains – Best for doorways with limited overhead clearance or in tall logistics facilities, ensuring full coverage and effective air separation.
Why choose a Thermoscreens cold chain air curtain?
Installing a cold chain air curtain provides a wide range of benefits:
- Minimized temperature fluctuations
- Reduced ice and frost build-up
- Fewer defrost cycles and reduced downtime
- Improved energy efficiency and lower operating costs
- Easier access for people and machinery
- Reduced strain on cooling systems, extending their lifespan
Still not sure what you need?
Our expert team is available to carry out site surveys and recommend the perfect cold storage solution for your facility.
Testimonials
“We’ve been very pleased with your products and would like to continue using them as a design feature in all our shops.”
- Project Manager, large ice-cream manufacturer.
“Wrapped up and gone before the lunch service, great turnaround from order to delivery.”
- Director, Restaurant in Aldwych
“Thank you for having an excellent working relationship with me, you are a credit to Thermoscreens.”
- Technical Engineer, HVAC
“The new air curtains in the freezer room have completely eliminated any ice and frost build up around the room, including the evaporators. As the main reason for cold room failure, this will undoubtedly help to reduce costly downtime, stock loss and maintenance calls.”
- Refrigeration Manager at leading supermarket
“The units we installed at Birmingham this week. We really enjoyed installing your units and would like to use them moving forward with the other stores.”
- Installer, Restaurant in Birmingham
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your performance, we have all been very impressed with your response to queries and turnaround of air curtains.”
- Installer, HVAC
“Thank you for all your support. We couldn’t have won this project without your assistance.”
- Senior engineer