The Turbine
Slide Frame
Lobby Air Handling Unit
Installing a Turbine Slide Frame in any HVAC device or it’s ductwork will reduce main supply fan electricity use while at the same time Produce Clean Energy.
Building Lobby Air Handler under normal conditions with the return air duct open, each of the three phases draws 9.6 to 9.9 amps, indicating balanced loading and efficient performance. These values provide a baseline for assessing system efficiency and identifying potential energy saving opportunities.
Installation of the Turbine Slide Frame in the return air duct results in a 17–18% reduction in current draw across all three phases, indicating improved airflow and reduced motor load. When the turbines are active and spinning, the reduction increases to up to 35%, significantly lowering the energy required to maintain airflow.
These results demonstrate the dual benefit of the Turbine Slide Frame: passive energy generation and enhanced system efficiency, offering a practical solution for reducing operating costs in commercial and industrial HVAC systems
With the Turbine Slide Frame installed in the duct and the turbines actively spinning, the electrical current draw on each of the three phases decreased by approximately 35%. This substantial reduction highlights the system’s ability to significantly ease the mechanical load on the air handler, enhancing overall energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.
