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ClimateCraft… High Quality and
Value In A Single Product
When it comes to value, ClimateCraft is committed to producing reasonably-priced,
industrial strength air handling units for commercial, medical, pharmaceutical and
high-tech industrial applications including hospitals, schools, airports and office
buildings. A ClimateCraft unit is the only choice for building owners who insist
on reliability and low ownership costs.
By combining innovative construction methods with quality componentry, ClimateCraft
produces superior systems that perform extremely well under a wide variety of operating
conditions. In fact, our air handlers are hurricane-rated, complying with the high
velocity hurricane zone requirements of Miami-Dade County and the Florida Building
Code. From unique cabinet design to components selected for quiet, efficient operation,
ClimateCraft provides high quality solutions for forward-thinking building owners.
Exclusive Roll-formed Panel Construction Sets ClimateCraft Apart from the Competition
The backbone of every ClimateCraft air handler is our exclusive roll-formed joint
panel construction. Our innovative bolted standing seam cabinet construction method
results in cabinets that are extremely strong, operationally efficient and easy
to maintain.
Individual panels are roll-formed from a single piece of metal ranging from 6 to
36 inches wide, with double- thick edges for increased cabinet strength. Material
options include heavy gauge G90 galvanized steel, 304 stainless steel and textured
aluminum, and coating options including powder-coated aluminum or steel, and galvanized
pre-painted steel.
Inner liners are attached to the exterior layer of each panel through a high durometer
EPDM sponge gasket that acts as a thermal break. This prevents the cabinet from
sweating at panel joints…a feature previously available only in the most expensive
custom-manufactured units. The combined shape of the gasketing material and underlying
metal provides a tight seal that actually improves as cabinet pressure increases,
with cabinet leakage ranging from Class 4 to Class 6 depending on the type of insulation
and liner specified for the job. Options include one, two, three and four-inch insulation,
as well as solid and perforated liners from a number of different materials.
The roll-formed bulb at the edge of the panel joint protects the air seal gasket
from weathering and UV exposure from the sun, greatly enhancing the life of the
gasket. The high insulating value of the EPDM sponge panel gasket also provides
added insulation at the joint for better operating efficiency.
ClimateCraft’s exclusive roll-formed construction is used for both wall and roof
panels, reducing the cost of tooling by half and making units less expensive for
our customers.
An aluminum roof rail ties individual panels together and supports the roof even
when panels are removed for maintenance. Panels are joined by rugged, stainless
steel fasteners instead of insubstantial sheet metal screws that corrode and weaken
unit cabinets. The stainless steel fasteners are accessible from the outside of
ClimateCraft units, making panels easy to remove as a single piece assembly. There
is no need to remove the roof, disassemble a panel or cut out internally-welded
structural members to service large components!
Special safeguards to ensure long-term customer satisfaction are taken during the
manufacturing of units. Unit bases are welded from carbon steel for a sturdy, durable
assembly that isolates vibration from the building as the system operates. Bolts
have built-in lock washers, and Loctite® is used on each bolt to prevent them from
backing out during shipping, start-up and operation.
Unit Doors Also Feature Complete Thermal Break
Full-size access doors, two inches thick with two inches of foam insulation, are
standard on all Climate- Craft units. Door frames are constructed of extruded aluminum
with a high durometer EPDM gasket between layers to create a thermal break. Door
panel skins can be galvanized steel, stainless steel or aluminum to match the unit
cabinet construction.
The door frames are the same size and shape along the gasket edges as the unit panels,
making the door assemblies interchangeable with any panel of the same dimensions.
High quality bulb gaskets, mechanically attached to the door for easy replacement,
eliminate air leakage. The shape along the panel sealing area of the door conforms
to the shape of the wall panels, ensuring the same tight seal at the door frame
as between panels.
Our heavy-duty handles are made from an extremely durable composite material and
have roller-cam latch assemblies. The high-compression latch has a built-in padlock
hasp and provides visual confirmation that the latch has been securely closed. Because
it is fabricated from a composite material, there is no energy transfer from the
interior of the unit to the exterior through the handle. The full-length piano door
hinges are a minimum of 18 gauge stainless steel with a one-eighth inch hinge pin
so doors don’t flex or sag.
Viewing windows are optional, and are hermeticallysealed with reinforced wire on
interior panes.
Integrated Thermal Break Eliminates
Sweating at Joints
An air handler that sweats at panel joints or door seals creates a number of problems
for building owners. On indoor units, pools of water that collect on the floor represent
significant safety hazards for maintenance personnel who must be concerned with
slipping on wet floors and electrocution as they work on units. Condensation also
creates potential structural problems, because metal constantly exposed to moisture
will corrode and ignificantly weaken over time.
In addition, there are IAQ concerns about standing water because it can become a
breeding ground for bacteria, mold and other organisms.
ClimateCraft’s integrated thermal break eliminates sweating at the joints. Our panels
are completely self-contained with an inner and outer skin, choice of insulation
material, and gasketing. Inner liners are attached to the exterior layer of each
panel through a high durometer EPDM gasket that acts as a true thermal break and
prevents sweating at panel joints.
Our panel construction method utilizing the gasketing has the added advantage of
enabling customers to specify different materials for the inner and outer skins
without the potential for corrosion that would normally exist when dissimilar metals
come into contact with each other.
The entire cabinet has ClimateCraft’s thermal break construction including the unit
base and floor, wall and roof panels, and access doors. The door frames are the
same size and shape along the gasket edges as the unit panels, making the door assemblies
interchangeable with any panel of the same dimensions.
ClimateCraft’s unique panel and door construction with its integrated thermal break
eliminates the need to condition equipment rooms or purchase more expensive systems…
a benefit every building owner appreciates!
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Computer Integration Results in Increased Ability to Meet Individual Job Requirements
ClimatePro is ClimateCraft’s proprietary selection and design software that enables
consulting engineers to quickly and easily select components, determine unit dimensions,
lay out a unit, and generate drawings and specifications. The entire manufacturing
process is integrated from the initial selection of components from a digital catalog
to the generation of a bill of materials for the shop floor. In addition to reducing
opportunities for error, computer integration significantly reduces labor and production
expenses, helping control the cost to our customers.
Manufacturing Flexibility Enables ClimateCraft to Meet Extraordinary Customer
Requirements
ClimateCraft also has the manufacturing flexibility to meet special challenges.
ACCESS™ is ClimateCraft’s manufacturing option for customers who need to replace
an aging air handler that has been installed in small space with very limited accessibility.
Air handling units manufactured with ACCESS™ are custom-engineered, factory-fabricated,
field-assembled and backed by the ClimateCraft guarantee…ideal for retrofit applications
where access to the mechanical room is limited.
Components ship to the job site dissembled on individual pallets that are specifically
designed to be easily transported into small spaces and moved by pallet jacks through
narrow corridors and around tight corners.
The end result is a high quality unit that is usually less expensive than a field-engineered
and erected replacement system.
Express units are custom designed and manufactured by ClimateCraft for customers
who need a small unit delivered quickly, but who don’t want to compromise on quality.
Like every unit we build, Express units are backed by ClimateCraft engineering and
the ClimateCraft guarantee.
Long-term Customer Satisfaction And Operational Efficiency
ClimateCraft uses only rugged, quality components selected for years of reliable
service, including:
- AMCA-certified fans selected for sound power and performance (factory-support is
available to determine sound power levels)
- Perforated liners and sound attenuators reduce and eliminate operational noise
- AMCA-certified, low leakage dampers
- Coils that are ARI-certified for performance
- Filters ranging from 2 inch pleated to 12 inch rigid, as well as 22 inch bag filters
- Double and triple-sloped drainpans for improved IAQ
- Filters ranging from 2 inch pleated to 12 inch rigid, as well as 22 inch bag filters
Watertight foam-insulated bases
Cabinets are finished with an industrial coating system specially formulated to
withstand adverse conditions and weathering, including 1,000 hours exposure to five
percent salt spray. ClimateCraft’s high quality coating system adds to the overall
durability of our units and contributes to our customers’ satisfaction.
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Photos

Wall and roof panels are roll-formed from a single piece of metal during ClimateCraft’s
computer-integrated manufacturing process.


ClimateCraft’s unique roll-formed panel construction has a full thermal break and
is significantly stronger than framed units that are welded. Our high-strength construction
is equivalent to 10 gauge and seals tightly against high pressure. Sturdy 5/16 inch
stainless steel bolts are used to join panels instead of insubstantial sheet metal
screws.

An aluminum roof rail ties individual panels together and supports the standing
seam roof.




ClimateCraft’s entire manufacturing process is integrated, from initial design to
the factory floor. Our skilled and experienced engineers have the expertise to solve
many HVAC challenges.



Every component in a ClimateCraft unit is selected for years of reliable service.
Fans are picked for optimal sound power levels, and coils are ARI-certified for
performance. Sloped drain pans eliminate standing water inside the unit, and storm
louvers can be installed on intake air openings. AMCA-certified low-leak dampers
are standard.
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