- Temple Cinema
- Houlton, MA
- Theater & Event Center
- Airius Air Pear Fans
The historic Temple Cinema in Houlton, Maine, has been a beloved part of the community since it was built in 1918. When lifelong movie enthusiast Charlie Forier purchased the two-screen theater, he was determined to preserve its charm while enhancing guest comfort—especially during Maine’s cold winters. After discovering that the building’s heating system left large parts of the space chilly, he turned to Airius Air Pear Fans for a solution that would balance temperatures without impacting the theater’s quiet ambiance.
Challenge
Solution & Installation
The fans’ quiet operation was critical—they blended seamlessly into the space, delivering noticeable results without producing noise that could interfere with the movie experience.
Results
Although it was too early to measure definitive energy savings, Charlie believed the Airius system would help significantly reduce heating costs, which are substantial during winters in northern Maine.
The success of the Airius Air Pear Fan installation at Temple Cinema shows how destratification can make a meaningful impact in older buildings with uneven heating. Forier was able to preserve the historic charm of the theater while improving comfort and potentially lowering energy costs—all without disturbing the viewing experience.
