Ventilation for tunnels and underground transport systems.
In order to remove build-up of heat and contaminants, tunnels must be properly ventilated both during construction and operational use to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers and workers.
Tunnels Applications
Metro and Underground Tunnels
Ventilation systems for underground stations should provide continual air exchanges to remove the build-up of excess heat and contaminants within occupied spaces. Under emergency conditions they serve to remove smoke and maintain the safety of escape routes.
Rolling Stock
Rolling stock have a varied range of ventilation requirements, including saloon and cab ventilation for the comfort of operatives and passengers, as well as for engine and electrical cooling systems.
Service Tunnels
It is critical that the ventilation system must operate effectively during emergencies in order to allow a safe evacuation.
Cable Tunnels
Elta Fans’ ATEX rated and hazardous area fans, designed and manufactured to exacting standards, can be found in both transport and cabling tunnel applications around the world.
