Underfloor Research

FLOW VISUALIZATION

Observe the dynamic effect that a diffuser has on the occupants of a space. In this controlled environment, heated mannequins simulate human bodies. Heat loads from other objects such as computers can also be examined. A sensor tree utilizes velocity and temperature probes to capture and display the results on screens in real time. An invaluable resource for the planning and designing of a ventilation system.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Showcases over 20 displacement, underfloor, and overhead diffusers
• Smoke tests of a number of Price GRDs can be demonstrated with the click of a mouse
• Highlights Price hydronic products including chilled beams and chilled sails
• The instrumentation tree is equipped with seven velocity and nine temperature measurement locations
• Air patterns can be examined as they interact with heated mannequins

MOCK-UP ROOMS

From hospital systems and underfloor to displacement ventilation and casinos. We are additionally capable of performing ventilation effectiveness tests.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Customizable Overhead Ceiling System allows for evaluation of diffusers at various operating conditions and ceiling configurations
• The environmental chamber is complete with a glass wall that allows for the evaluation of comfort criteria at the perimeter zone
• Solar Simulator Wall simulates the effect of sun on a building, allowing Price to more closely simulate the effects of solar gains on buildings
• Customizable Raised Floor to examine various underfloor designs

UFAD DISPLAY AREA

HIGHLIGHTS

• Controls display panel allows individual control of specific zones
• Interior zone can simulate how the VAV cooling dampers operate based on the demand in the space
• Multiple perimeter trough designs can be controlled to show the difference in operation and performance
• Price thermostats with LCD menu screens can be used to modify control settings and variables through a password protected menu