Fabric is the New Standard
Fabric outperforms metal in performance, cost, installation, and maintenance
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CUSTOMIZABLE AIRFLOW SOLUTIONS
For decades, traditional metal units that moved air throughout a facility were commonly referred to as “ductwork.” Each system requiring a variety of components to achieve proper airflow.
When fabric was introduced a few decades ago, it was referred to as “fabric ductwork” or “fabric ducting.” The reality is fabric provides a complete air dispersion system that performs in ways that metal cannot.
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Economics
Economics
Systems that utilize fabric, such as DuctSox, provide targeted, precise and efficient air dispersion for new construction and retrofit projects. Additional benefits include a total lifetime ownership cost that is significantly less than a comparable metal ductwork layout and the ability for a system to be custom designed based on the application.
- Highly efficient
- Lower cost
- Precise airflow control
- Lightweight for easy shipping and installation
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Performance
Performance
Fabric systems are lightweight, flexible and breathable which allows for uniform and precise air dispersion making it comfortable, quiet and more efficient than metal ductwork.
- Eliminate drafts with uniform, comfortable air dispersion
- Condensation free
- Quiet
- Hygienic and ideal for clean environments
- Performance guarantee
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Maintenance
Maintenance
DuctSox systems have been designed to reduce or eliminate required maintenance. Cleaning metal ductwork systems can be expensive and these costs are often overlooked.
- Antimicrobial fabric options that inhibits bacteria growth
- Zippered sections for ease of handling and removing fabric
- Lightweight, simple and easy installation and removal
- Can be easily removed and laundered in a commercial washing machine
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Aesthetics
Aesthetics
Metal systems will scratch, dent and over time their paint will peel requiring maintenance to repaint. DuctSox fabrics are forgiving meaning they will not scratch or dent and are available in a variety of standard colors, patterns, and custom colors.
- Clean, minimal design
- Personalized and custom graphic options
- Flexible and contours to any space
Fabric Ductwork on a Large Scale
Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas NV
Newly built sports and entertainment venues have high roofs and even higher expectations. Ownership teams are looking for revolutionary designs that appeal to fans, deliver a competitive advantage, and often anchor a massive entertainment district intended to revitalize a community.
Architects on this project were tasked with delivering a one-of-a-kind design that, in turn, created multifaceted challenges for the engineering team. One of those challenges was HVAC and air distribution in the vast venue. The complex bowl geometry of the space created a myriad of obstacles for air dispersion, ventilation, and airflow. To maximize the fan, player, and attendee experience, the ability to direct airflow was essential.
Grow Facilities
DuctSox air dispersion products feature innovative options that optimize air movement within plant growth facilities. Plants require water, nutrients, light, and air movement to grow and thrive.The quantity and quality of each may vary by stage of growth and type of plant. In nature, weather patterns drive air movement and can be highly unpredictable. Most indoor growing environments focus closely on water, nutrients, C02, and light exposure to optimize plant growth. From germination to final stages, air movement is an easily overlooked factor.
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DuctSox Engineering & Design Manual
When designing a fabric system, DuctSox engineers will detail performance and design requirements while creating a custom solution for your application.
In addition to design assistance, DuctSox provides an extensive Engineering and Design Manual that will guide you through the key elements of a DuctSox system.
Whether for a new building or retrofitting an existing space, DuctSox Airflow Solutions just make more sense than metal ductwork.
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SkeleCore Suspension
DuctSox’s patented SkeleCore system utilizes an Internal Framework System to provide aesthetic enhancement and improved performance characteristics. There are two SkeleCore models to choose from, FTS (Fabric Tensioning System) and Pull-Tight.
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Innovation
DuctSox’s commitment to quality, service, and innovation has led to the expansion of the traditional fabric offerings to include USDA approved fabrics, an adjustable flow device, custom color and patterned fabrics and new products such as fabric drop plenum diffusers, sound attenuators, and the patented SkeleCore internal framework systems.
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