A well thought-out ventilation system is one of the prerequisites for a comfortable stay in any room. The ventilation system provides an optimal microclimate of the room, suitable for both temporary residence and permanent residence of any number of people. Special requirements in the process of recreating ventilation are imposed on kitchen rooms and rooms with high humidity (bath, shower, sauna, etc.). Within the premises of this type, a mass of not just unwanted particles is formed, but substances and formations that are quite harmful to human health. For example, molds and excessive accumulation of moisture in the bathroom, soot, soot, accumulated fat, often formed on the surface of the kitchen. A well-planned ventilation erected within residential premises through the use of plastic ventilation ducts is capable of saving from the consequences of such unpleasant phenomena.
Plastic ventilation system in the kitchen
Installation of ventilation ducts perfectly copes with all undesirable manifestations and consequences in the process of cooking and the functioning of household appliances. Kitchen ventilation, built in the form of air ducts, is a certain structured design. Modern ducts made of plastic materials are able to provide not only functions for eliminating exhaust air and supplying clean air, but also perfectly complement the overall interior of any kitchen, regardless of its style.
It is from this point of view that metal air ducts are preferred in industrial premises, and in residential premises (houses, apartments), it is preferable to install a ducted ventilation system made of plastic.
Base material for the production of channels
The basis for the production of ducts for ventilation systems is plastic. Plastic is a certain synthetic material based on high-tech polymers (high molecular weight compounds).
Modern plastic air ducts, suitable for use in household and small industrial premises, are made of the following materials:
- polyethylene;
- fiberglass;
- metal-plastic;
- polyurethane;
- polypropylene;
- PVC;
- silicone.
Duct categories for ventilation systems
Absolutely all duct ducts are divided into two categories of manufactured products:
- the basis of the structure is high-strength metal;
- the design of the duct is made on the basis of plastic elements.
Speaking about plastic products, it should be noted that the most in demand are structures made of polyvinyl chloride or simply PVC. Products made of PVC differ:
- light or middle class finished products;
- have increased resistance to UV radiation;
- absolutely harmless to human health;
- do not harm the environment;
- are distinguished by increased tightness;
- easy and convenient to mount;
- unpretentious in care during operation.
An efficient ventilation system, in particular a kitchen hood, can be built using two types of structures: round and rectangular plastic duct systems.
Features of a rectangular exhaust duct
In a modern residential kitchen, it is simply necessary to organize a system of reliable ventilation and air exchange. Today, it is impossible to imagine a cozy and safe environment without a powerful hood within the kitchen. For example, if single-engine exhaust hoods are taken as the basis for kitchen ventilation, then rectangular ducts should be installed, which are characterized by a section of 110 X 53 mm.
If the kitchen hood has an increased capacity (about 1,000 m3 per hour), then the ideal solution for installation will be structures made of rectangular plastic ducts, the cross-section of which is 220 X 90 mm.
Advantages of rectangular plastic duct ducts:
- ensuring effective air circulation, continuous air exchange in the room;
- the presence of simple plug systems, with the obligatory adjustment of the connections;
- products in this category do not contain cadmium;
- are distinguished by increased parameters of impact resistance and wear resistance during operation.
- They are distinguished by low fusibility and ignition indicators;
- The newest air ducts are equipped with a system of adapters, adapters and other related elements;
- The service life of such structures is guaranteed to be about 50 years.
Round plastic air ducts
A distinctive feature of such air ducts is improved aerodynamic performance. Compared to a rectangular duct ventilation system:
- get tired in the matter of aesthetics and compactness of placement within a well-equipped room;
- round duct channels take up a little more space and are slightly larger in size than their rectangular counterparts.
For plastic ducts of round-type ventilation systems, the lowest resistance is characteristic in comparison with the same rectangular structures. That is why the round duct system is recognized as the most effective. But round channels are inferior in external aesthetics. They give priority to rectangular channels, the location of which is permissible not only along walls and any other surfaces, but also above kitchen furniture, in upper cabinets, under ceilings.
Round PVC duct ducts are ideal for organizing a ventilation system within small and medium-sized premises, including industrial, residential, office and commercial.
In general, all the quality characteristics inherent in rectangular duct elements can be found in the description of round ventilation ducts.
Features of air duct connections
The aerodynamics process in both rectangular and circular duct ducts exceeds the values obtained during the operation of a ducted ventilation system made of metal structures. Convenience and reliability in use differs literally at times. This fact is explained by the technology used in production. Base materials based on polymers also play an important role. Speaking of plastic ventilation ducts, it should be noted that they are highly hygienic throughout their entire service life. This factor is decisive when choosing structures of this category for installation within household kitchens. This is explained by the following: at one of the production stages, polymers are processed with special compounds, which further eliminates the deposition and accumulation of dust and other contaminants.Consequently, such a system does not need frequent cleaning and disinfection measures.
Fields of application of plastic duct air ducts
Air duct duct elements of round and rectangular type are in great demand when providing premises with ventilation systems, regardless of the functional features and purpose of the areas being equipped. Such objects can be:
- restaurants, cafes, bars, hotel complexes;
- private houses of various sizes and number of storeys, country cottages, city apartments within apartment buildings;
- large-scale shopping and business centers, entertainment facilities, cinemas, malls;
- production shops, industrial halls.
Duct ducts made of plastic are practically not susceptible to corrosion damage, which distinguishes them favorably from metal products. Considering that plastic ducts are an order of magnitude cheaper than metal duct ventilation ducts, their advantages and practicality become obvious to any potential buyer, regardless of the specifics of the planned work.
