Power Tubes
Fabric Air Duct Systems
The Patterson Power Tube is a fabric air duct system custom-designed to efficiently control airflow distribution over large areas by moving and directing air through a custom-vented tube powered by one of Patterson's High-Velocity Fans. One fan can send airflow across multiple workstations or down an assembly line to several workers at floor level.
By placing 3” holes the length of the tubes, employees experience air movement without having to stand directly in front of a high-velocity fan. Power Tubes allow you to use a single fan in situations where, otherwise, several fans would be required. This helps maintain a low-profile position by not obstructing operational floor space, allowing production to run smoothly and efficiently.
FEATURES
Inexpensive and low-profile air distribution for cooling and heating
Strategically placed holes down the tube receive smooth, consistent air movement.
Available in five standard models
Endless combination of custom configurations
SPECS
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Tube Length: 60’
Tube Diameter: 21”
Hole Size: 3”
Hole Quantity: 38
Hole Placement: 5 & 7 o’clock
Hole Spacing: 38”
Total CFM: 2600
Weight: 14 lbs
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Tube Length: 80’
Tube Diameter: 26”
Hole Size: 3”
Hole Quantity: 56
Hole Placement: 5 & 7 o’clock
Hole Spacing: 34”
Total CFM: 3800
Weight: 19 lbs
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Tube Length: 100’
Tube Diameter: 31”
Hole Size: 3”
Hole Quantity: 80
Hole Placement: 5 & 7 o’clock
Hole Spacing: 30”
Total CFM: 5570
Weight: 25 lbs
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Tube Length: 150’
Tube Diameter: 35”
Hole Size: 3”
Hole Quantity: 108
Hole Placement: 5 & 7 o’clock
Hole Spacing: 33”
Total CFM: 7650
Weight: 43 lbs
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Tube Length: 250’
Tube Diameter: 39”
Hole Size: 3”
Hole Quantity: 172
Hole Placement: 5 & 7 o’clock
Hole Spacing: 35”
Total CFM: 12,000
Weight: 72 lbs
YEAR-ROUND COMFORT
Power Tubes are economical even during the winter months, keeping the air destratified. This process works by mixing the warm air trapped near the ceiling with the cooler air below to create a balanced temperature, thus reducing the strain on your HVAC system.
Two Ways to Use a Power Tube for Destratification:
Use a vertically-mounted fan and an open-ended tube if ceiling space is limited. This can also be used for spot-heating specific areas.
Place a standard horizontally-mounted power tube near the ceiling. Workers at floor level will feel the warmth rather than the breeze. Use this method if a large ceiling fan is out of your budget.
Benefits:
Improve energy efficiency through better air distribution
Move warmer air from one area of your facility to another
Customized tube configurations can work around objects
Move up to 12,000 CFM of trapped heat
By taking into account work area size, floor plan, and other variables, our sales engineers will help you design a system that meets the unique airflow requirements of your application.