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✔ Safety of room occupants
✔ Energy efficiency
✔ Total comfort

Motor optional

MEDICAL COMFORT is:
- A complete offer consisting of a comfort unit, a diffusion kit
and an adapted control system.
- Discreet integration into suspended ceilings.
- Built-in air return and “L” technology (the air stream is
protected because there is no non-ducted return inside ceiling
voids).
- Assurance of thermal, acoustic and air comfort day and night.
- Energy savings ensure low running costs and guarantee ROI.
- Simple maintenance: the fan motor assembly, safety drain
pan, electric heating elements and hydraulic coil are easily
accessible without having to dismantle the unit.
- The filter can be changed quickly without having to remove
the unit or any suspended ceiling tiles.
- Hygienic: stale air from bathrooms is not recycled through
ceiling voids.
- Zero condensate, zero bacterial growth
- Particularly low noise level thanks to CIAT’s new generation of
fans.
- Smooth, sloped pan for greater protection.
- Optional dual-flow (day/night) fresh air module.
- CIAT V3000 KNX control for optimum operation.
- An energy-efficient solution that exceeds the requirements of
French 2005 thermal regulation and is ready for future thermal
regulations.

USE
MEDICAL COMFORT is a system-powered air conditioning
terminal unit designed specially for installation in soffits in
rooms in hospitals, clinics and assisted living facilities.

Unit installed
in a soffit
RANGE
Medical Comfort LI is available in three sizes: 235/11N, 235/22N and 235/33N.
Maintenance and servicing are simplified by the easy-access fan motor assembly, filter and coil. Thanks to the special key — made to
the requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC and the ISO 13857 standard — less than 1 minute is needed to open the return air grille and
remove the filter.
The drain pain is removed through the bottom of the unit without having to remove the coil.
CIAT participates in the Eurovent certification programme for fan coil units. The performance levels under Eurovent conditions are listed on the
last page of the range. The list of certified products and specifications is given in Euroventís directory, which is also available at www.eurovent-
certification.com

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MEDICAL COMFORT ... UNSURPASSED COMFORT.
MEDICAL COMFORT is easy to install with just four threaded This latest addition from CIAT features an exclusive air
rods. The use of resilient mounts is recommended, diffusion sytem:
- a supply grille consisting of upward-sloping horizontal fins
and directional vertical louvres for optimum comfort in rooms of
any size.

MEDICAL COMFORT integrated in

a suspended ceiling

LI model
with rectangular
plenum
(if needed)

Air is forced upwards by the horizontal fins so that the stream
can cling to the ceiling under the influence of the COANDA
effect. The air then flows down the walls to the floor, thereby
avoiding draughts.
The vertical louvres can be directed to adjust the reach of the
air stream and, consequently, its lateral component.
Likewise, the air stream can be adjusted in any desired
direction. Air is thus uniformly distributed and comfort is
guaranteed even in small rooms or if the diffusion grille is
located in a corner.
For more information on the air throws, consult us.

Total comfort
Test conditions: Results:
- Hospital room simulated in a comfort test chamber
at our Research and Innovation Centre. Points 1 2 3 4
Comfort level

- Unit used: 235/33 N LI. Noise rating (NR) 23 24 25 24

- Measurements taken at 0.6 m from floor
(corresponds to height of a person lying in bed). Noise level (dBA) 28 29 30 29
- Indoor conditions: 26°C, 45% RH. Temperature (°C) 26.1 25.8 25.6 26
- Water temperature: 13/17°C.
Residual velocity (m/s) 0.16 0.06 0.1 0.12
- Total or sensible cooling capacity: 1300 W at R5.
⏐ At low speed NR <16.
2.2 m 5.8 m

2 1

3 4
1.5 m

Diagram of measurement points and two individuals lying in bed

To sum up:
- No noise disturbance for sleeping patients;
- Uniform room temperature;
- Coanda effect air diffusion for compliance with ISO 7730 (Class A);
- Individualised adjustment of comfort in each room.

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Description
Water coil: 2 or 4-pipe system Electrical box
- Double-sided galvanised metal casing. - On hydraulic connection side.
- Copper tube, aluminium fins. - Fully enclosed.
- One-piece port with a 40 mm centre distance for easy fitting - DIN rail in accordance with EN 50022. Depth 7.5 mm.
of control valves. - Wire clamps for customer connection.
- Air bleed valve and drain valve.
- Nominal pressure of 16 bar (at 20°C). Return air grille with metal frame
- Proof pressure: 24 bar. - All components painted RAL 9010 (pure white).
- Max. water temperature: 110°C (10 bar nominal pressure). - Perforated metal panel with built-in filter. Removes easily.
- Coil water inlet on left or right of unit facing - Flush with ceiling.
incoming air (specify when ordering). - Delivered separately.
- Fitted with a condensation sensor.

Electric heater: 2-pipe and electric system Built-in control

- Single-tube electric heating elements (single-phase, 230 V, - Fitted as standard with a networked PID V3000 control that
50 Hz) inserted in the utilises the KNX protocol.
aluminium housing. - With two-way or four-way valve on request.
- Two capillary-tube temperature limiters inserted in the
- Three-position modulating actuator for the lowest possible
aluminium housing. consumption.
- Controls condensation safety sensor and reports faults to BMS.
Safety drain pan - Controls day/night air flows for lower energy consumption.
- Self-extinguishing polymer pan. - Indoor environment terminal with dial for individualised comfort
- M1 fire rating. in each room.
- No condensate drain.
- Removal via underside without having to dismantle the coil.
Diffusion kit (delivered separately)
Fan motor assembly LI model:
→ Motor → Supply air grille
- Seven speeds (three factory wired speeds). May be rewired - Single colour: RAL 9010 (pure white).
on site. - Double-deflection louvres allow air stream to cling to ceiling
- Closed, tropicalised, with protected shaft and ball bearings. (Coanda effect).
- Permanent condenser. - Quarter-turn lock for simple assembly.
- Automatic thermal cut-out as standard on winding.
- Resilient mounts. → Counter-frame
- Single phase, 230 V, 50 Hz.
- Reduced power consumption in accordance with thermal Optional fresh air damper
regulation RT 2005.
→ Fan(s)
(delivered separately)
- Galvanised metal scroll(s). - Dual-flow (day/night) motorised fresh air damper.
- 160 mm ABS VO HEE impeller(s). Dynamically balanced with - Controlled by V3000 control and BMS time schedule.
forward-curved blades and dual inlets for higher efficiency. - 125 mm fresh air inlet.

Pleated HEALTH filter

- Located at unit air intake and accessible via a clip-on air
intake grille.
- Pleated synthetic fibre filter material.
- High-efficiency health filter (90% of PM2.5 removed in
30 minutes). Day
- Fire resistance: M1. s
d ed
- Filter area: 11 times the surface area of the grille be 2b
- Increased dirt-holding capacity for a minimum service life of 1
2 years.
Night

Frame 30 45 60 90 m3/h
- Galvanised steel sheet.
- Thermal and acoustic insulation on return air and supply air Other options (consult us)
section. Made of non-erodable melamine resin, soft foam,
aluminium foil facing, M1 fire rating, thickness 15 mm. - Special return air panel
- Supply air through rectangular sleeve for LI model. - Other supply air grille colours available on minimum quantity.
- Knockouts for 100 mm or 125 mm conditioned fresh air inlet. - Resilient mounts (four per unit).
- Oblong mounting slots.
- Resilient mounts (4 per unit). - High Energy Efficiency motor

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MEDICAL COMFORT, LI MODEL + DIFFUSION KIT

2
3
4

1
7

A overall

Wall
305 overall

2 7 3
Min.
1 For use with Knockouts for dia. 100 mm
back frame or 125 mm fresh air inlet
12 x 30 mm
oblong slots
3

HxW
void
Fastening centre distance C

1 -
Return air grille with built-in filter
2 -
Rectangular sleeve
3 -
Back frame (to be embedded in wall)
4 -
Diffuser
5 -
Safety drain pan
6 -
Electrical box
7 -
Rectangular plenum insulated at customer’s
charge (option)
8 - Dia. 125 mm fresh air damper (optional)

4
5
7
6 8

Close-up view
of diffusion grille

Weight (kg)
A B C D E F H x W*
unit alone
235/11 604 425 460 595 430 180 150 x 400 22
235/22 904 725 760 895 630 180 150 x 600 30
235/33 1204 1025 1060 1195 830 180 150 x 800 40

*H X W: corresponds to wall void dimensions

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HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS - LI MODEL

4-way valve 2-way valve

1) Air bleed valve

2) Coil drain connection
3) One-piece port with a 40 mm centre distance
4) Two-piece male/female coupling with 3/8"∅1/2" flat
sealing surfaces o
B
i
5) EXAMPLE of a four-way (or two-way) valve with flat
sealing surfaces (connected to water control loop)
6) O-ring
i: water coil inlet
o: water coil outlet

4-pipe coil 2-pipe/2-wire coil

Cold water coil Hot water coil Cold water coil Electric
G 3/8" G 3/8" G 3/8" heating
elements

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PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS - LI MODEL
When sizing your air conditioning unit, remember to take into account the sensible heat gain from fresh air. Use the following
formula to do so: P = 0.34xQvxΔT (*)

Average temperature rise

Cooling
Pressure Heating in air (K).
capacity Heating capacity
MEDICAL Air flow drop capacity of Comfort level Auxiliary electric heater
Motor code W of 2-pipe system
COMFORT (m3/h) 4-pipe system (ISO or NR) (230/1/50)
(W)
Total (W)
= kPa 1R 1R 2R
Sensible
600 W 1200 W
R1 440 949 6.56 2540 904 42 4.1 8.1
R2 405 916 6.56 2430 886 42 4.4 8.8
R3 370 879 6.57 2310 866 36 4.8 9.6
235/11 N
R4 315 817 2100 827 32 5.7 11.3
R5 250 732 6.59 1800 768 26 7.1 14.3
R6 175 603 6.62 1390 673 19 10.2 20.4
R7 120 464 6.64 1030 571 <15 14.9 29.7
900 W 1800 W
R1 710 1420 5.12 4240 1810 44 3.8 7.5
R2 640 1360 5.12 4000 1750 40 4.2 8.4
R3 550 1280 5.13 3650 1650 36 4.9 9.7
235/22 N
R4 460 1180 5.14 3250 1540 31 5.8 11.6
R5 385 1090 5.15 2880 1430 26 6.9 13.9
R6 305 963 5.17 2430 1280 21 8.8 17.5
R7 220 797 5.19 1870 1080 15 12.2 24.3
1200 W 1800 W 2400 W
R1 915 2210 12.7 5840 2780 43 3.9 5.8 7.8
R2 795 2070 12.7 5350 2640 38 4.5 6.7 9.0
R3 655 1880 12.8 4710 2450 33 5.4 8.2 10.9
235/33 N
R4 545 1700 12.8 4140 2260 29 6.5 9.8 13.1
R5 455 1530 12.8 3620 2080 23 7.8 11.7 15.7
R6 355 1300 12.8 2970 1830 17 10.0 15.1 20.1
R7 255 1000 12.9 2250 1520 <15 14.0 21.0 28.0
Standard factory wiring
- Hot water temperature: 50/45°C; Winter air temperature: 22°C, Heating capacity from fresh air:
*
- Cold water temperature and Δ T at medium speed: 13/17°C, P = 0.34xQvxΔT
summer air temperature: 26°C/45% RH. P = Fresh air capacity (W)
- Comfort level given for LI models of Medical Comfort with Qv = Fresh air rate (m3/h)
diffusion kit. Attenuation of 12 dB depending on room. ΔT = (Room temperature - Fresh air temperature)
- Special coils may be ordered for increased thermal
performance. Consult us.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF MOTORS - SINGLE PHASE - 230 V - 50 HZ

235/11N 235/22N 235/33N
MEDICAL Motor
COMFORT code Standard Brushless Standard Brushless Standard Brushless
motor motor motor motor motor motor
R1 74 101 63 111 63
Currently unavailable

R2 58 86 46 91 42
(consult us)

Input R3 48 72 31 74 25
power R4 41 60 20 62 17
(W) R5 33 55 14 55 12
R6 25 50 9 50 8
R7 15 45 5 45 5
Note: calibrate the overload protections to the current values stated on the unit data plate.

COIL CAPACITY (LITRES)

MEDICAL COMFORT 235/11 N 235/22 N 235/33 N
Cold water coil and
2-pipe system hot water coil 0.4 0.78 1.05

Cold water coil 0.4 0.78 1.05

4-pipe system
Hot water coil 0.12 0.22 0.3

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MEDICAL COMFORT PRICE LIST (PRICES EXCLUSIVE OF TAX)

Water coil only Water coil + electric heater (2-pipes/2-wires)
Sizes Medical Comfort Connection on left Connection on left
2-pipe 4-pipe 1 heating element 2 heating elements
system system
Unit price code 7062226 7086956 600 W 1200 W
7086968 7086969
Epure price code 7210234 7210234 7210234 7210234
Diffusion kit price code 7064788 7064788 7064788 7064788
Condensation-free price code E038551 E038551 E038551 E038551
235/11N V3000, 2WV function code E3002H E3040H E3006H
Price code E047501 E047661 E047581
Total in EUROS l
V3000, 4WV function code E3005H E3041H E3009H
Price code E047561 E047681 E047641
Total in EUROS
Unit price code 7062227 7086957 900 W 1800 W
7086970 7086971
Epure price code 7210246 7210246 7210246 7210246
Diffusion kit price code 7064789 7064789 7064789 7064789
LI m o d e l

Condensation-free price code E038551 E038551 E038551 E038551

235/22N V3000, 2WV function code E3002H E3040H E3006H
Price code E047501 E047661 E047581
Total in EUROS
V3000, 4WV function code E3005H E3041H E3009H
Price code E047561 E047681 E047641
Total in EUROS
Unit price code 7062229 7086958 1200 W 1800 W 2400 W
7086972 7086973 7086974
Epure price code 7210248 7210248 7210248 7210248 7210248
Diffusion kit price code 7064789 7064789 7064789 7064789 7064789
Condensation-free price code E038551 E038551 E038551 E038551 E038551
235/33N V3000, 2WV function code E3002H E3040H E3006H
Price code E047501 E047661 E047581
Total in EUROS
V3000, 4WV function code E3005H E3041H E3009H
Price code E047561 E047681 E047641
Total in EUROS
Features: Epure purification function, soffit-mounted diffusion kit, condensation sensor.
V3000 KNX control:
- with dial-type room terminals,
- factory-set and wired electronic PID controller,
- dial-type terminal,
- PN16 bar valve with 24 V three-position actuator,
- return air sensor fitted,
- fittings not included,
- commissioning not included.
For more technical details, see KNX V3000 in section 5 of CIAT’s 2009 catalogue.

MEDICAL COMFORT ACCESSORIES PRICE LIST (PRICES EXC. OF TAX) (SUPPLIED SEPARATELY)
●
DESCRIPTION
Code ●

SU1 Resilient mounts supplied separately (four required per unit) O219453 ●

MO1 Smooth sleeve (OD: 100 mm) with fasteners. Diameter: consult us. 7013442 ●

MO7 Collar assembly (OD: 100 mm) with self-adjusting module (single flow) and seal 15/30/45 m3/h 7013440 ●

MO4 Collar assembly (OD: 100 mm) with self-adjusting module (single flow) and seal 60/70/90 m3/h 7013544 ●

Adjustable daytime flow:

60/75/90 m3/h 7180646
R1E 125 mm motorised damper, dual flow for day/night adjustment of fresh air. Controlled
+ ●
directly by the V3000 via a relay based on the BMS time schedule (data sheet N07127) Adjustable nighttime flow: E038806
3
15/30/45 m /h

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A FEW REMINDERS ABOUT FINE PARTICLES AND COMFORT
The health risks of particulates
Generally speaking, suspended particulate matter (abbreviated as PM) is made up of fine airborne solid particulates.

A high amount of fine airborne particulates can increase the risk of:
- cardiovascular diseases, PM2.5
Human hair Combustion particles, organic
- reduced lung function, compounds, swarf, etc.
50-70 µm
- lung cancer,
- sleep apnea,
- etc.
The ultimate result is reduced life expectancy. PM10
Dust, pollen, mildew, etc.

In metrology, particulates are classified into three sizes (in

micrometres):
- PM10 (dia. < 10 µm),
- PM2.5 (dia. < 2.5 µm)
- PM1 (dia. < 1 µm). 1 µm
= Very fine grain of sand
10-6 m 90 µm
PM smaller than 2.5 micrometres (PM2.5) is highly hazardous and
monitored closely by public health authorities.
According to a recent study (New England Journal of Medicine, volume 360, No. 4, p.376-386, 22 January 2009), changes in life
expectancy rates between the late 1970s and the early 2000s, measured in 51 US metropolitan areas, confirmed a correlation
between mortality and changes in the amount of fine-particulate air pollution. The study found that a decrease of 10 µg per
cubic metre of PM2.5 airborne fine particulates during this time period was associated with an increase in life
expectancy of 5 to 9 months (even after adjustment for changes in socioeconomic and demographic variables and exposure
to cigarette smoke during the same period).

Characterisation of comfort levels

The ISO 7730 standard presents methods for predicting the overall thermal sensation and the overall degree of discomfort
(thermal dissatisfaction) of people exposed to moderate thermal environments.
It makes it possible to analytically determine and interpret thermal comfort by calculating the PMV (predicted mean vote) and
PPD (predicted percentage of dissatisfied) indices and by using local thermal comfort criteria.

Whole-body Local discomfort Category

thermal comfort
DR (%) PD (%) caused by

PPD PMV

VERTICAL AIR FLOOR RADIANT

DRAUGHTS
TEMPERATURE SURFACE TEMPERATURE
DIFFERENCES TEMPERATURE ASYMMETRY

<6 -0.2 <PMV< +0.2 < 10 <3 < 10 <5 A

< 10 -0.5 <PMV< +0.5 < 20 <5 < 10 <5 B
< 15 -0.7 <PMV< +0.7 < 30 < 10 < 15 < 10 C

Three categories of comfort have been defined based on these criteria. By achieving the class A conditions
required by the ISO 7730 standard, CIAT’s system packages, such as Coadis 2, Comfort and Combi, are able to
meet the highest requirements.
Close-up view of
Although acoustic comfort is not addressed by this standard, it remains, of course, essential. diffusion grille

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PROTECTION OF ROOM OCCUPANTS

Protection of health/IAQ

Epure purification function:

→ The protected stream of air (no non-ducted return within
ceiling voids) prevents any bacteria (e.g. Aspergillus) present inside
suspended ceilings from entering rooms.

→ Air is diffused and mixed at sufficient rates to ensure uniform change rates.

→ The high-tech air filter protects the health of all occupants:

 Made of non-breaking synthetic fibres that do not release any particles (zero glass
fibres).

 Our Epure purification function is designed to prevent adverse effects on patient health:
 Indirectly, yet immediately, by trapping particulates that could encourage the proliferation of bacteria harmful to
patients.
 Indirectly, by eliminating fine particulates (PM2.5) that can result in long-term health effects (respiratory and
pulmonary systems, etc.).

◆ PM2.5 by mass

 This function continuously protects people 30 PARIS : 30 µg/m3

from urban air pollution, particulates that may be
released from interior construction materials,
25
and poorly-maintained fresh air ductwork.
90% of particulates removed in 30 minutes
Equivalent mass of PM2.5 in µg/m3

20

 The Epure purification function easily lowers

levels below the 10 µg/m3 threshold 15

recommended by the World Health Organization WHO-recommended annual exposure rate: 10 µg/m3
(WHO)
10

Increased health
5
 Improved health thanks to the high particulate
removal rate: the Epure purification function Tested at CIAT’s Research and Innovation Centre
traps 90% of PM2.5 particulates in 30 minutes. 0
0,00 10,00 20,00 30,00 40,00 50,00 60,00
Time (in minutes)
→ Choice of materials:

 The comfort unit is made of non-erodable materials to help to reduce the risk of exposure to particulate matter.

Condensation-free operation:
The water temperature is kept within a specific range and the V3000 controller adjusts the operation based on
information sent by the safety sensor to eliminate the risk of bacteria forming in the drain pan.

Fresh air management (optional):

Manages hygienic fresh air to ensure higher air quality depending on occupancy during the day or night.

Maintained comfort levels

Thermal comfort is ensured in rooms all year round, even if the fresh air handling unit is off (power failure, maintenance, etc.).

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Operates at the highest water temperatures (e.g. 13/17°C, Air: 26°C/45% RH)

The elimination of condensation increases the energy efficiency.

Between 15 and 30% depending on the area.

The air handling unit (AIRCLEAN) will be sized to dehumidify only the strict minimum necessary.
It is imperative that the unit compensates for latent heat gains from occupants.

The increased efficiency levels lower the energy consumption of CIAT’s units.

Compared to a conventional range (7/12°C): 15 to 18% more efficient.

The running times of our refrigeration units can be reduced even more (between 30 and 70 days, depending on
the area) by using free cooling and combining them with our dry coolers,

Energy efficiency of the fan motor assembly.

At low speed, our motors consume between 1 and 1.5 W/m2 of treated space in single-bed (<17 m2) and two-bed (<30 m2) rooms.
These levels remain below the 2 W reference limit imposed by the French thermal regulation RT 2005.

Our optional HEE motors require four times less energy, thereby going even further than the
current regulation and anticipating future thermal regulations.

The new HEE impellers make our units 10 to 15% more energy efficient.

CIAT controller: KNX V3000

CIAT’s KNX V3000 control and R1E fresh air
damper optimise the flow of fresh air drawn CIAT fresh air
indoors depending on the operating mode damper (option)
(day/night). Day
d s
be ed
1 2b
The flow of fresh air is adjusted optimally to
real indoor needs to avoid excess energy Night
consumption.

30 45 60 90 m3/h

Temperatures in unoccupied rooms are automatically lowered to

programmed levels to save energy.
The use of 3-point (floating) actuators instead of time-proportional electro-thermal actuators not only enables
finer control, but saves energy as well.

ECODESIGN
In accordance with French environmental regulations, our units are fitted with reusable filter
frames. Only the filter media need to be replaced.
The pleated filter has a service life of over 2 years. It is best to change the filter before the start of
the air-conditioning season.

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BASIC OPERATION DIAGRAM

Basic principle of a condensation-free system

Operating
algorithm in BMS
BMS/BAS

Indoor and outdoor temperature

Energy cluster
and relative humidity conditions
Cold water
temperatures

Dehumidification
of fresh air

Fresh air Exhaust air 7/12°C

Supply air

Actuation of
safety devices
Fresh air conditioning 13/17°C

Air conditioning of rooms

The condensation safety devices operate locally to reduce or even completely stop the flow of water in the coil.

INFORMATION SENT TO THE BMS

- Triggering of safety devices in each room;
- Indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity conditions;
- Chilled water production temperature.
ADJUSTMENTS MADE BY THE BMS
- Chilled water production temperature;
- Dehumidification of fresh air.
As an anticipatory measure to limit the triggering of the safety devices in the terminal units (and thus maintain
the system operating).
Twater (°C)
Air conditioning off

17 Example of water law

base
d used during cooling
Drift re
To
m peratu
13 on te

Tout (°C)
25 30 35
Basic Extreme
outdoor conditions outdoor conditions

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REQUIREMENTS concerning the use of comfort units in hospital patient rooms.

The comfort units shall be designed specifically for use in
hospital patient rooms. Amongst other things, they must help to
protect the health of patients, ensure comfortable conditions,
and be inconspicuous.
Unit frame and design:
→ The frame shall be lined with acoustic and thermal
insulation made of non-erodable melamine resin and with an
aluminium foil facing for easy cleaning. All erodable insulation
and insulation without a protective facing shall be prohibited.
→ The unit shall be fitted with a one-piece pan made of a
corrosion-resistant polymer to protect against potential risks
during commissioning of the system. It shall be easy to remove
should the need arise, and shall not require any connections.
Condensation-free operation:
→ The water temperature range shall be adapted to the
ambient conditions to prevent the formation of condensation at
the nominal operating point. The selected water inlet
temperature shall be at least as high as the dew point
temperature of the air.
→ The weight of water vapour in the fresh air from the air
handling unit shall be calculated to compensate for latent heat
gains.
→ The manufacturer shall install a mandatory condensation
sensor at the appropriate location to detect condensation on
the coil. The sensor shall enable quick restarts.
Epure purification function:
→ Air shall be drawn in through a built-in return air grille with
a protected stream of air. Non-ducted returns in the suspended
ceiling shall be absolutely prohibited.
→ The supply air shall be blown through a Coanda effect
double-deflection grille that has been correctly sized by the
manufacturer to optimise the diffusion of air and thereby
guarantee comfort (class A in accordance with EN ISO 7730).
The grille shall also enable uniform change rates to ensure
effective purification of the air inside rooms .
→ The particulate removal capacity of the Epure purification
shall exceed WHO guidelines in order to obtain levels below
the 10 µg/m3 threshold for PM2.5 particulates.
→ The air filter shall have good fire resistance
(French M1 rating).
→ It shall be designed specifically for use in healthcare
environments and thereby prevent the release of glass fibres.
→ It shall be a high energy-efficiency, multi-pleat filter. Its
surface area shall be at least 10 times that of the grille.
→ The filter shall be developed using ecodesign principles.
As a result, it shall be possible to incinerate the entire filter
without having to separate any of its components.
→ It shall be possible to change the filter in less than one
minute simply by opening the return air grille with a specific tool.
→ The filter shall have a high dirt-holding capacity to ensure
a service life of greater than 2 years.
Fan motor assembly:
→ The single-phase 230 V motor shall be sealed and
tropicalised and have a permanent condenser.
→ The motor shall have seven speeds or shall be an HEE
variable-speed motor to allow optimum flexibility in meeting the
desired thermal and acoustic comfort requirements at the
installation site.
→ The HEE impellers shall measure 160 mm in diameter to
guarantee the unitís air and acoustic performance.
Control:
→ The system shall be controlled by a networked PID
controller integrated in each unit and which shall progressively
actuate the valves and control the electric heater using time-
proportional control
→ The controller shall be able to locally manage the
condensation protection and send the relevant information to
the BMS.
→ In order to maintain the necessary comfort levels, the BMS
shall be able to process information from the controllers in
order to adjust, if necessary, the loop water temperature or
dehumidification of the fresh air.
→ Each unit shall have an individual control terminal to allow
the adjustment of the setpoints and automatic fan speeds and
the powering-up of the unit.
→ The controller shall allow management of room occupancy
modes.
→ The controller shall be pre-wired and pre-configured at the
factory so that it supplied ready to carry out the aforementioned
functions.
Fresh air:
→ The hygienic fresh air inlet shall be ducted. It may also be
fitted with an optional motorised dual-flow (day/night) fresh air
damper.

This document is not legally binding. As part of its policy of continual improvement, CIAT reserves the right to make any technical modifications it feels necessary without prior notification.

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