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ARCHITECTURAL ELITE 8

ARCHITECTURAL ELITE 8

ARCHITECTURAL ELITE 8

Product catalog summary
Product Overview:
The Architectural Elite 8 Ambient Air Curtain is designed for environmental separation for door heights up to 8 feet. It features a compact design with dimensions of 11 inches high by 24 inches deep and includes a 1/2 hp three-speed motor. The unit comes with a factory-provided remote fan speed switch and a white powder-coated exterior, with options for custom colors and wall mounting.

Specifications:
  • High efficiency, low noise Pro-V Nozzle.
  • Optional wall mounting plate and decorative adaptor.
  • Operation at 50 Hz results in approximately a 17% reduction in air performance.
  • 5-year limited warranty.

Performance and Certification:
Berner International Corporation certifies that the air curtains are licensed to bear the AMCA Seal, indicating compliance with AMCA Publication 211. The ratings apply to airflow rate, average outlet velocity, outlet velocity uniformity, velocity projection, and power rating at free delivery only. Sound levels are measured at 10 feet from the unit, with specific dBA levels for different models.

Velocity Profile:
For model AEC08-1036A, the core velocity at distances of 2, 3, and 4 feet from the nozzle are 1483, 1181, and 961 fpm, respectively, based on high-speed operation.

Model Specifications:
  • AEC08-1036A: Nozzle width 36.50 inches, max velocity at nozzle 3,255 fpm, average outlet velocity 1,680 fpm, air volume 1,115 cfm, outlet velocity uniformity 79%, power rating 0.34 kW, net weight 111 lbs.
  • AEC08-1042A: Nozzle width 42.50 inches, max velocity at nozzle 3,354 fpm, average outlet velocity 1,557 fpm, air volume 1,249 cfm, outlet velocity uniformity 71%, power rating 0.37 kW, net weight 135 lbs.
  • AEC08-1048A: Nozzle width 48.50 inches, max velocity at nozzle 2,958 fpm, average outlet velocity 1,838 fpm, air volume 1,685 cfm, outlet velocity uniformity 78%, power rating 0.49 kW, net weight 158 lbs.
  • AEC08-1060A: Nozzle width 59.50 inches, max velocity at nozzle 3,168 fpm, average outlet velocity 1,697 fpm, air volume 1,912 cfm, outlet velocity uniformity 71%, power rating 0.56 kW, net weight 185 lbs.

Model Number Configuration:
The model number configuration includes series, opening width, number of motors, heat, voltage options, and cabinet finish. For example, AEC08-1036A indicates an ambient air curtain with a 36-inch opening width, one motor, and options for custom color and voltage.
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Catalog excerpts

ARCHITECTURAL ELITE 8-1

Ambient (Unheated) Air Curtain Data Sheet For Door Heights To 8’ (environmental separation) STANDARD CONSTRUCTION • • • • • • • • Berner International Corporation certifies that the air curtains shown herein are licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and procedures performed in accordance with AMCA Publication 211 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA Certified Ratings Program. Rated data shown is for base (unheated) units. The AMCA Certified Ratings Seal applies to airflow rate, average outlet velocity, outlet velocity uniformity, velocity projection and power rating at free delivery only. 11” high x 24” deep 1/2 hp three speed motor(s) Factory provided remote fan speed switch White powder coated exterior (Optional: Custom Color) Top Mounting (Wall optional) High efficiency, low noise Pro-V Nozzle Optional: Wall mounting plate Optional: Decorative adaptor 5 Year Limited Warranty NOTE: Operation at 50 Hz will generate approximately a 17% reduction in air performance. See sheet EP-230 for amp draws/total load requirements. MODEL NUMBER CONFIGURATION VELOCITY PROFILE: Model AEC08-1036A Opening Width Distance from Nozzle (ft.) CC=Custom Color Velocity projection based on high speed operation. Sound level measured 10’ (3m) from the unit in free field: AEC1036 & AEC1042: Low/Medium/High Speed: 59/60/62 dBA AEC1048 & AEC1060: Low/Medium/High Speed: 61/62/64 dBA Sound data is not AMCA certified. Berner reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Berner International Corporation

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ARCHITECTURAL ELITE 8-2

Ambient (Unheated) Air Curtain Electrical Performance Sheet      

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ARCHITECTURAL ELITE 8-3

AIR CURTAIN MUST BE INSTALLED SE AIR STREAM IS NET EBSTRUCTED WHEN DEFLECTED 20" TU EITHER SIDE EE C_, ELECTRICAL CENNECTIENS TO BE FLEXIBLE, FIELD VERIRY DIMENSIUNS, ANCHERS TC SUPPCRTING STRUCTURE DY ETHERS, ADEQUACY ClF SUPPORTING STRUCTURE IS TO BE VERIFIED BY A PRUPESSIENAL STRUCTURAU ENGINEER, LETTER "A" IN MFJBEL NUMBER DESIGNATES AMBIENT UNIT, DIMENSIONS IN INCHES [CENTIMETERS], 1/2" CGNDUIT ELECTRICAL CENNECTIENS KEEP CLEAR FGR SERVICE FRONT VIEW PERPERATED INTAKE GRILL A ADUUSTABLE NUZZLE VANES HINGED REMGVABLE ACCESS PANEL (MUST REMEVE INTAKE AND- DISCHARGE GRILLS TG ACCESS) ALUMINUM...

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