UFAD

Underfloor air distribution system:

Bring value to the evolving office space.

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Bring value to the

evolving office space
When you are asked to design and implement a system
made of different, interacting technologies, having a single,
trusted solution provider is the key to success.

Forecasting

management

0%
wasted space

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HVAC/UFAD
optimization

Calendar

20+%
saved energy

Comfort level

40%
faster construction time

Zone
control

Energy

100%
flexibility

>
comfort and aesthetic

Total employee care,

improved productivity.

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AF and integrated
air booster

Air conditioning unit

Air handling unit

Heat pump/chiller

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Underfloor air distribution system

1. Energy saving
UFAD reduces energy consumption by over 20%
compared to traditional overhead systems thanks to:
Lower fan pressures required to deliver air in a room
Warmer supply temperature because air is supplied
close to occupants and not from the ceiling
Efficient supply/return air flows that prevent short
cycling of the supply air back to the returns

2. Comfort
The increased well-being of office occupants translates
to a more productive working environment:
The natural convective flow activated by the human
body heat moves the conditioned air up, pulling CO2
and humidity toward the return plenum
Unlike overhead systems, UFAD system air is always
supplied at a comfortable temperature, without
high-speed air jets
A closer temperature control can be obtained by
installing air boosters in separate rooms or in areas
exposed to solar radiation

3. Flexibility
System components are integrated into the modular
access floor without the use of ductwork, this way they
can be easily moved to accommodate changes in the
room layout

4. Increased available space

The height of each floor can be reduced by 10%;
for example, a 40 m high building can have 11 floors
instead of 10
The access floor plenum is not only used for air
conditioning but also other infrastructure, like electrical
and hydraulic systems

Do more with less

5. Faster construction time

Theres something about UFAD system air

that just feels right. Optimization of energy and
space, faster construction time, more flexibility.

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No need to build dedicated ductwork as the ceiling and

floor plenums are used as air ducts
Energy

Flexibility

Time

Comfort

The system design and construction is faster: 40% of

time is saved compared to traditional solution

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Whatever your UFAD concept,

we have your solution
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Pressurized plenum configuration

This configuration consists of an air handling

unit delivering air through the underfloor plenum,
maintaining a pressure that allows air to be delivered
into the space through passive floor air diffusers.
Fan-powered air diffusers (UTCT) can be
integrated in closed meeting rooms and offices
where the temperature requires rapid and
personalized adjustments.

Zero-pressure configuration

In this configuration the central air handling unit

delivers conditioned air to the underfloor plenum,
but in this case the plenum is maintained at very
nearly the same pressure as the conditioned
space. Active fan-powered diffusers supply the
air into the occupied zone of the space.

UFAD system uses the space between the structural

concrete slab and the underside of a raised access floor
to deliver conditioned air directly into the occupied zone of
the building. This principle can be developed in different
configurations according to the customers needs and
project requirements.

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Air handling units

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Air conditioning units

Frame
Modular, separable structure for easier movement
Aluminum modular profiles with plastic corners
Double skin panels with mineral
sound-proofing insulation

Threesection

Frame
Self-supporting frame in galvanized steel
Double skin panels with sound-proofing insulation
Front access for maintenance

20%
energy saving with EC fans

frame

Drawer fan section

Bypass section with motorized damper
Safety switches
Marine lamp

Fans

30%

New generation radial EC fans for

maximum efficiency
Impellers made of high-tech compound material
with optimized flow control

bypass air

Fans

Acousti-Composite fans with low acoustic impact

New generation radial EC fans for

maximum efficiency

Rubber anti-vibrating elements

Impellers made of high-tech compound material

with optimized flow control

Coil

<50

dB(A)
sound pressure

Copper tubes mechanically expanded

with hydrophilic treatment

Acousti-Composite fans with low acoustic impact

Rubber anti-vibrating elements

Dehumidification function and reduced

pressure drop

Coil
Filters

Copper tubes mechanically expanded

with hydrophilic treatment
Dehumidification function and reduced
pressure drop

Chilled water AHVS range

AHVS units treat and distribute the cooled air under
the access floor. This compact and very low noise
unit, normally located in a technical room, mixes
fresh air with ambient return air. Thanks to the
bypass on return air, it allows perfect temperature
control of the supply air and energy recovery.

Air flow cm/h

(cfm)

Noise level
dB(A)*

AHVS3000

5.097 (3.000)

46

AHVS6500

11.043 (6.500)

48

Model

AHVS12000

20.388 (12.000)

50

*Data measured at 1 m from front of unit, 1.2 m high from floor

Front access for maintenance

Chilled water TDCV LN range

This compact and very low noise unit can be
placed in technical rooms, aisles, or in the working
space. Fresh air is provided by an external air
handling unit. The internal TDCV unit mixes the
fresh air and the ambient return air, cools or
heats it, and delivers it under floor at the desired
temperature conditions.

Filters
High-efficiency filters MERV8/EU4
and MERV13/EU7
Filter clog detection

High-efficiency filters MERV8/EU4

and MERV13/EU7
Filter clog detection

Microprocessor control
Advanced microprocessor control system
included with local or remote user terminal
Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, BACnet,
Lonworks, Web server on board, Micro USB,
USB, Micro SD

Microprocessor control
Advanced microprocessor control system
included with local or remote user terminal
Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, BACnet ,
Lonworks, Web server on board, Micro USB,
USB, Micro SD

Model

Air flow cm/h

(cfm)

Noise level
dB(A)*

TDCV LN 0700

5.600 (3.296)

45

TDCV LN 1200

8.500 (5.300)

46

TDCV LN 1700

12.000 (7.063)

48

TDCV LN 2700

15.300 (9.005)

48

TDCV LN 4000

19.000 (11.183)

50

*Data measured at 1 m from front of unit, 1.2 m high from floor,

with sound-proofing plenum on unit suction

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Air boosters and fan power boxes

Underfloor
air distribution
module
UTCT range
In single offices, where
highly personalized
comfort regulation is
required, or in meeting
rooms where load
changes must be
rapidly accommodated,
UTCT underfloor air
boosters allow to locally
force or post-treat air
in total cooling/heating,
recirculation, or mixed
operating modes.

UTCT0600

UTCT0600 slim

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Water chillers and heat pumps

Frame

Fans

Self-supporting frame in galvanized steel

New generation radial EC fans for

maximum efficiency

Aquaflair AC

Fans

Impellers made of high-tech compound material

with optimized flow control

Air-cooled

Dual electronic motor centrifugal fan,

manufactured in PP, complying with
standard EN60335-1

Inverter-driven scroll or oil-free centrifugal

compressors to optimize energy consumption
and provide a high level of reliability

Electrical heater
Aquaflair WC

Tandem scroll compressors to increase

efficiency by utilizing an oversized coil for
one compressor during part-load operation

Water-cooled

Filter

Completely isolated sound-proofing enclosures

for compressors

Cleanable filter in self-extinguishing material with

galvanized plate edge*

Model

Max Noise
dB(A) 1 m

UTCT0600
Slim

160

360

45

UTCT0600

280

400-900

47

UTFB600

Model

Min under
floor height
(mm)

Nominal
Air flow
(m3/h)

Max Noise
dB(A) 1m

UTFB600

280

680

47

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Advanced microprocessor control system is

included with local or remote user terminal
for manual or automatic operation

speed technology

Compressors

Microprocessor controller

Microprocessor control
Min under Nominal
floor height Air flow
(m3/h)
(mm)

energy saving with variable

Acousti-Composite fans with low acoustic impact

Modulating motorized air damper for

air recirculation (from 0% to 100%)*

Optional aluminum fins electrical heater with

safety thermostat and automatic restart*

30%

Microprocessor controller allows unit to restart

without intervention after a power failure

Aquaflair DF
Air-cooled

Operation mode and room conditions viewed

through user-friendly navigation with icon displays

ducted fans

Modbus RTU

Communication with multiple building

management system protocols

*UTCT only

High efficiency chillers and heat

pumps Aquaflair range

Underfloor
fan power box
UTFB range

Frame

In buildings with
glass walls exposed
to solar radiation, air
is delivered through
the linear grills placed
along the glass wall
and pressurized by
the fan power box.

Dual electronic motor centrifugal fan,

manufactured in PP, complying with
standard EN60335-1

X3
air flow for small rooms
and faade air boosting

Self-supporting frame in galvanized steel

Fan

Modulating motorized air damper (from 0% to 100%)

Microprocessor control
Advanced microprocessor control system is
included with local or remote user terminal
for manual or automatic operation
Ability to interface with modbus protocol
directly on RS485 serial card and with main
external communication protocols: BANnet,
Lonworks, Trend, Metasys, TCP/IP, SNMP,
and StruxureWare platform

Aquaflair chillers and heat pumps are all-in-one

for easy design and installation, and completely
configurable to guarantee use in multiple
applications and environmental conditions.
TM

Capacity
Range (kW)

Acquaflair

Versions

Air-cooled

Cooling only
Cooling/heat pump

50 1200

Water-cooled

Cooling only
Cooling/heat pump

50 1200

Air-cooled ducted
fans

Cooling only
Cooling/heat pump

50 100

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SmartStruxure
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Uniflair access floor Made in Italy

Uniflair access floor is a key element of a UFAD
system: it allows underfloor air distribution and
enables the placement of the main building
systems (electrical, electronics, hydraulics) in
the plenum underneath, leaving creative space
for designers and architects. It also guarantees
immediate access for maintenance and total
layout flexibility.
TM

Aesthetics
In-factory finishing in infinite variants, including:
natural stone, marble, ceramic, wood, vinyl,
HPL, rubber
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Back-lightened logo tiles

Glass tiles
Customized sizes up to 1200 mm

Mechanical features
Note

Bare panels

Finishing

Head gasket

Resistant to site works

Core

Pedestal

Washable

Perimeter edge

Stringer gasket

Backing

Stringer

Perfect flatness for carpet finishing

40%

SmartStruxure integrated
building management
The SmartStruxure solution enables you to monitor,
measure, and optimize your buildings performance
throughout its life cycle saving you money.
You cant control what you dont measure. The
SmartStruxure solution, powered by StruxureWare
building operation software, facilitates the
exchange and analysis of data from energy,
lighting, fire safety, and HVAC.
TM

Construction time saving vs

traditional floor

Simple
Personalized user interface
Anytime, anywhere access
Simplified day-to-day operations

Smart
Scalable system based on open protocols
Key component of an integrated enterprise
IT-friendly and secure

Performing

Modular, accessible

Optimized building performance

Optimal acoustic performances

Facility comfort and value

Low air leakage

Actionable intelligence

Easy to cut
Top load capacity up to extra heavy grade

Fire resistance
Excellent thermal insulation

30%
energy saving
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LEED v3 for New Construction and Major Renovation

Sustainable Sites

26 Points

Materials and Resources

14 Points

Construction Activity Pollution Prevention

Required

Storage and Collection of Recyclables

Required

Site Selection

Building Reuse

4 max

Development Density and

Community Connectivity

Construction Waste Management

2 max

Materials Reuse

2 max

Brownfield Redevelopment

Recycled Content

2 max

Alternative Transportation

12 max

Regional Materials

2 max

Site Development

2 max

Rapidly Renewable Materials

Stormwater Design

2 max

Certified Wood

Heat Island Effect Nonroof and Roof

1 each

Light Pollution Reduction

Indoor Environmental Quality

15 Points

Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance

Required

Water Efficiency

10 Points

Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control

Required

Water Use Reduction 20% reduction

Required

Outside Air Delivery Monitoring

Water Efficient Landscaping

4 max

Increased Ventilation

Innovative Wastewater Technologies

2 max

Water Use Reduction

4 max

Construction Indoor Air Quality

Management Plan
Low-Emitting Materials

4 max
1

Energy and Atmosphere

35 Points

Indoor Chemical
and Pollutant Source Control

Fundamental Commissioning of the Building

Energy Systems

Required

Controllability of Systems
HVAC and Lighting

1 each

Minimum Energy Performance

Required

Thermal Comfort

2 max

Fundamental Refrigerant Management

Required

Required

Daylight and Views

2 max

Optimize Energy Performance

19 max

Innovation in Design

6 Points

On-Site Renewable Energy

7 max

Innovation in Design

5 max

Enhanced Commissioning

LEED Accredited Professional

Enhanced Refrigerant Management

Measurement and Verification

Regional Priority

4 Points

Green Power

Specific Credit

Note
Directly impacted by Schneider Electric
Rating components

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Our technologies ensure

that Life Is On everywhere,
for everyone, and at
every moment.
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