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Integrated Trickle Ventilation Solution

AWS Trickle Vent

AWS Trickle Vent

Integrated Trickle Ventilation Solution

Opening windows and doors within your home can provide fresh air and natural ventilation, however studies have shown they are rarely used to maximise natural ventilation. We often rely on air conditioning to keep our living spaces comfortable – but is it healthy?

The AWS Trickle Vent is an ideal addition to upmarket homes, holiday houses which are frequently locked up and other building applications where fresh air is desired but windows may not be able to be easily or regularly operated.

This innovative unit allows natural ventilation based on the outside air temperature, balancing the need to maintain good insulation within your home with the desire to have clean, healthy liveable spaces. A seamless solution to maximise health, efficiency and comfort in the building envelope.


Key Features / Performance Characteristics

  • Temperature sensing flow control - Utilising a patented shape memory alloy spring system the AWS Trickle Vent system automatically adjusts the size of the ventilation inlet as ambient temperature changes. Two models available suitable for use in cool to moderate or tropical climates.
  • Insect, rodent and ember screens - AWS Trickle Vent systems incorporate a screen to guard against insects, rodents and embers. The non-combustible mesh has a maximum aperture of 2mm to comply with bushfire codes. Screen can be removed for clearning & maintenance
  • Intumescent fire barrier - For further protection against fire intumescent seals can be specified which expand to fill the opening when extreme high temperatures are reached as experienced in a fire.
  • Air filter - Dust and pollen filters are fitted to the interior side of the vent to reduce up to 68% of typical airborne dust. Filter can be removed for cleaning & maintenance.
  • Integrated system - The AWS Trickle Vent system is integrated into the window or door system which means no additional penetrations in the building envelope are required to install the system.
  • Manual Override - The system can be manually closed by occupants if necessary.
  • Sound absorption - Recognising that outside air also carries noise AWS Trickle Vent systems can be specified with a proprietary SoundOUT™ diffuser fitted with sound wafers to trap and diffuse sound without obstructing airflow.

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