The Sola-Boost X-Air is a 2nd generation natural ventilation system featuring the patented ACTIVLOUVRE® modulating aerofoil louvre technology and DC solar powered fan controlled by Monodraught’sPowerTrack™ system. The system consist of an external static louvre and internal active louvre arrangement, which varies the opening and free area through the louvre face. The variable louvres can provide maximum ventilation rates when fully open or modulated to increase louvre pressure or closed to prevent the ingress of precipitation.
A fan served by a central core provides intake or extract air (intake as standard), powered by solar panels situated at within the system capping. The fan is designed to provide the additional ventilation when it is need most, during summer, but with zero running cost. In order to maximise the performance of the solar powered fan, the system utilises the PowerTrack™ control system, which maximises the solar output to provide a smooth current from the solar panels and optimised fan flow.
In addition to the ACTIVLOUVRE arrangement, the system also incorporates external air catchment fins to provide greater area at the louvre improving performance in relation to wind speed. Pressure release vanes at the fins provide a means to reduce face pressure under high winds. The systems can also be specified to include solar powered architectural lighting.
