What is an electric air curtain?

What is an electric air curtain? An electric air curtain is an air curtain that is heated by electric heating elements before being blown across a doorway or entrance. It is usually positioned over an entryway and blows a regulated stream of air down to provide an invisible barrier between the inside and outside of a structure.

An electric air curtain is designed to help cut down on cold draughts, minimise heat loss and increase comfort around entrances. It is typically used in stores, offices, restaurants, reception areas, showrooms, workshops and small commercial buildings where doors are opened frequently.

The electric air curtain is not just moving unheated air like an ambient air curtain; it also offers separation of air and added heat. This makes it particularly useful for anyone standing, working or walking near an entryway who needs a bit of extra warmth.

One of the key plus points of electric air curtains is that they are comparatively easier to install than water-fed ones. They do not need to be connected to a boiler or central heating system, but they do require a proper electrical supply, especially the bigger units which have higher heat outputs.

However, electric-heated air curtains can be more expensive to run than LPHW air curtains for lengthy periods of use, as they employ direct electric heating. The device should be sized to the width of the door, the height of mounting, and the volume of foot traffic for maximum performance.

Simply said, an electric air curtain is a heated entryway air barrier that uses electricity to promote comfort, cut draughts and assist in retaining warm air within the property.