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What is Perimeter Heating?

What is Perimeter Heating?

Perimeter heating is a method of distributing warm air through ducts installed in the surrounding area of an indoor space. These ducts could be in above-floor diffusers or embedded in the floor using raised access flooring. Generally, however, the diffuser ducts are close or on the floor, and the return air is taken through grilles installed in the ceiling.

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Air Distribution

Air Distribution

The sole purpose of an HVAC (heating, ventilation, & air conditioning) system, air distribution -- also known as room air distribution -- is how air...

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What is Air Throw?

The air throw value is the velocity measurement of how well the air shifts from the vent or diffuser to the rest of the area/room it is heating or...

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What is a Linear Grille?

What is a Linear Grille?

Linear grilles are designed to cover sidewall, ceiling, and floor-based air diffuser/air supply and return systems. As with other types of grilles,...

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