The positive changing of air within a compartment or space, whether produced by natural or mechanical means, through a system of air outlets, exhaust and ducts to induce a flow of air through the compartment or space.
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RESTRICTOR
A device for producing a deliberate pressure drop or resistance in a line by reducing the cross-sectional flow area.
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SAFETY CONTROL
Device to stop unit, equipment or system if unsafe pressure and/or temperatures and/or dangerous conditions are reached.
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AIR COOLER
A factory-encased assembly of elements whereby the temperature of air passing through the device is reduced.
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AGGLOMERATION
The potential of the system for particle attraction and adhesion.
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REMOTE REFRIGERATING SYSTEM
Refrigerating system in which condensing unit is away from space to be cooled.
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AIR INFILTRATION
The leakage of air into a room through cracks in doors, windows, and other openings.
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CLEAN ROOM
A facility or enclosure in which air content and other conditions (such as temperature, humidity, and pressure) are controlled and maintained at a specific level by special facilities and operating processes and by trained personnel.
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COMPRESSOR
A device which converts mechanical force and motion into pneumatic flow power.
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OUTDOOR AIR
Air taken from outdoors and, therefore, not previously circulated through the system.
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SPREAD
The divergence of the air stream in a horizontal or vertical plane after it leaves the outlet.
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