Halo™ is one of FTF Group's latest range of high performance Chilled Beams. Energy efficiency has been a key driver for such advancements in FTF Group's Chilled Beam Technology.
Halo™ is only 9.1" deep and can achieve up to 4596.7 BTU/hr total cooling (based on a 4ft long beam with a 18 dTF between room and mean water temperature and 93.3 CFMof air 60.8°F with a 0.4"H20).
The latest-generation of 360° Active Chilled Beam combines cooling and optional heating function with a revolutionary air discharge system and pattern. By introducing the air with set back air deflector vanes further up into the point of discharge rather than being mounted on the underplates like earlier models, this not only improves the 360° diffusion pattern it also vastly improves the products aesthetics. This latest development is a Registered Design in addition to the patented performance-enhancing items by the FTF Group. When compared to traditional 2-way or 4-way discharge pattern by others, Halo™ can deliver a reduction in air velocities of up to 35%.
This optimal method of spreading the air in all directions means the shortest possible air throws are created, resulting in optimal levels of comfort to building occupants.
Construction
Halo™ is offered in 3 standard models; "I", "C" and "F".
Halo™ "I" models are for integrated ceiling installation in standard 0.6" or 0.9" exposed tee bar grids (Lay-In grid systems) replacing 23.6" x 23.6" or 47.2" x 23.6" tile modules and can be used for integration with either "mineral fiber" tiles or plasterboard ceilings.
Halo™ "C"-60 and Halo-"C"-120 are designed for integration into metal clip-in ceiling systems.
Halo™ "F"-60 is designed for free-hanging exposed applications. This is a standard model with an additional factory fitted architectural frame enhancement kit that can be finished in white to match the Halo™ beam or provided as a different color to make a feature of the extruded aluminum outer frame.
Optimum Diffusion Pattern
In addition to the flexibility offered by a modular designed small unit, Halo™ has been designed to deliver the most comfortable environment at any given air volume. Traditional active chilled beams with a 1-way or 2-way throw have the potential to throw air at high velocities over long distances, however, this may result in low comfort levels - particularly where the air streams from adjacent beams meet and fall downwards into the occupied zone or where beams are located close to walls or partitions.
Beams with a 4-way throw help to alleviate this problem, however, the FTF Group's Halo™ beam takes the concept to the next level with its "true" 360° diffusion pattern.
The substantiality shorter air discharge throws (35%) offered by Halo™ can enable more chilled beams to be positioned into a given room space for higher total heat gains to be offset whilst still avoiding draughts and providing a comfortable environment, compliant to ASHRAE 55 Standard.
Halo Healthcare
FTF Group's Halo™ Healthcare Chilled Beams utilize the true 360° discharge characteristic mentioned previously and offer removable under plates with a drop down heat exchanger to enable full access for easy cleaning to all 4 sides of the heat exchanger as part of any periodic cleaning and maintenance as associated with healthcare applications.
Cooling / Heating for Hospitals and other Healthcare applications need to be designed as a bespoke cooling solution to fit around the facilities requirements, whilst prioritizing the health and Wellbeing of patients and other building occupants.
FTF Group® have designed, manufactured, and supplied their Healthcare Chilled beams to various high-profile Hospitals and Healthcare applications around the world.
If you require any further information, or have a project to discuss, please contact us on 646-571-2151 or sales@ftfgroup.us as our technical team are here to assist.
