Glass Plant

CHALLENGE

Cardinal Glass in Spring Hill, Kansas was experiencing intense summers. Excessive heat was getting trapped within the lehr hall at the glass plant. This in turn was hindering the production process and creating unbearable work conditions. Additionally, the plant was experiencing frigid temperatures in the winter. A solution to help balance temperatures throughout the year was desperately needed.

DESIGN

Moffitt developed a new solution utilizing fans, louvers, and a roof vent. The exhaust fans evacuate heat and maintain a consistent temperature between the north and south sides of the lehr. The supply fans and wall louvers bring cool fresh air in, while also improving air movement. Finally, a MatrixVent exhausts the hot air from the process area.

Automatic sensors, or manual controls, open and close the vent damper and wall louvers as required. Additionally, the automated controls turn the fans on and off as needed.

RESULTS

The integrated system helps the glass plant maintain a more comfortable, and more uniform, temperature all year long. Whether you're facing the intense heat of summer or the freezing cold of winter, Moffitt has the solution for glass plant ventilation.