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Enhancing Studio Airflow with Airius A-100-EC Fans at Disneyworld Studios

Enhancing Studio Airflow at Disneyworld Studios

Enhancing studio airflow, the Imagineering team at Walt Disney World embarked on a mission to transform their backlot studios into a comfortable, energy-efficient workspace without relying on traditional rooftop HVAC systems. Faced with the challenge of mitigating high humidity levels in Florida’s sweltering climate, and building on their previous success with Airius Air Pear fans in Star Wars and Toy Story attractions, the team turned to innovative solutions. By strategically installing A-100-EC fans with custom ducting and supplementing with A-45 units for targeted air movement, they not only achieved superior air distribution but also created a balanced and pleasant working environment.

Challenge

The Imagineering team at Walt Disney World sought a solution to improve airflow in their backlot studios, where traditional rooftop HVAC units were not installed. The challenge was to create a comfortable working environment while also reducing humidity levels in the hot, humid Florida climate. Having previously used Airius Air Pear fans in Star Wars and Toy Story attractions, the team wanted to explore further applications for air circulation and climate control in their studio spaces.

Solution & Installation

To address the issue, the team installed Airius A-100-EC Fans, positioning them horizontally in the ceiling and ducting the end of the nozzle to flex ducts that distributed air throughout the studios. This setup allowed for efficient air circulation without the need for conventional HVAC systems. Additionally, the team installed A-45 Fans in select locations to enhance localized air movement, improving comfort levels across the studio spaces. During a July 2024 site visit, Airius representatives met with Stephen Claiborne and Megan Gray of the Imagineering team to review the existing installation and discuss potential future applications.

Results

Effective Air Distribution: The A-100-EC Fans, combined with custom ducting, successfully moved air throughout the studio, providing a comfortable working environment even on 90°F days.

Humidity Management: The fans played a critical role in lowering humidity levels, improving overall air quality within the studios.

The Airius A-100-EC Fans provided an innovative and effective solution for air circulation in large, unconditioned studio spaces. By using a unique ducted setup, Disney’s Imagineering team successfully maintained comfortable working conditions without traditional HVAC units.

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