Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted HVAC Equipment Manufacturers in Salford
Established in 1989, Air Handlers have built a reputation as leading manufacturers of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment for the building services industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities enable comprehensive design, estimating, manufacturing, and testing services, supported by an in-house sheet fabrication and finishing facility that allows for bespoke air handling solutions. With over 30 years of operational history, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver energy-efficient systems compliant with European ErP directives. Our product portfolio includes low-noise breakout units, heat recovery systems, and hospital-grade HVAC equipment designed to meet stringent standards like HTM and NHS specifications. We prioritise acoustic performance, evidenced by our BS EN ISO 10140-2 certified casework, and maintain a commitment to sustainable energy solutions through innovations like hydrocarbon refrigerants and F-gas reduction strategies.Our teams technical proficiency ensures compliance with TM52, BB93, and BB101 regulations, while our factory-precommissioned units minimise on-site installation time. We serve diverse sectors including education, healthcare, and commercial construction, with case studies spanning institutions like Oxford University and IKEA Greenwich. Our dedication to quality is reflected in UKAS certification and adherence to international standards for sound insulation and thermal performance. By integrating advanced control systems and modular designs, we provide tailored ventilation solutions that balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility.
Services
Air Handling Units
Heat Recovery Systems
Hospital HVAC Units
Packaged Cooling Systems
Noise-Tested Ventilation
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialist HVAC manufacturing experience.
- Our products are UKAS-certified for acoustic performance.
- We design energy-efficient systems compliant with ErP 2018 standards.
- Our in-house fabrication enables bespoke air handling solutions.
- We provide factory-precommissioned units to reduce installation time.
Associations and certifications
- UKAS
- ErP Directive
Services
Air Handling Units
We design and manufacture custom air handling units (AHUs) for commercial and industrial applications. Our units feature low-noise breakout casework tested to BS EN ISO 10140-2 standards, backward curved EC fans for energy efficiency, and optional heat recovery devices. Available in modular configurations, these systems integrate with BMS controls for optimal performance in healthcare, education, and commercial buildings.
Heat Recovery Units
Our heat recovery units capture and reuse thermal energy from exhaust air to preheat incoming fresh air. Compliant with ErP 2018 directives, these systems achieve up to 90% efficiency while maintaining acoustic performance. Applications include schools, lecture theatres, and healthcare facilities requiring tempered ventilation with minimal energy consumption.
Hospital HVAC Units
MEDSAFE hospital-grade AHUs meet HTM and NHS specifications for sterile environments. Constructed with cleanable surfaces and high-efficiency filtration (F7 grade), these units ensure compliance with BS1886 performance standards. Features include dual extract systems, fan redundancy, and low specific fan power for critical healthcare ventilation needs.
Packaged Cooling Systems
Freshcool packaged cooling systems provide standalone temperature control with capacities from 10kW to 105kW. Using hydrocarbon refrigerants to reduce environmental impact, these units eliminate external condensers and integrate variable-speed fans for energy savings. Ideal for commercial spaces requiring rapid installation and F-gas compliant cooling.
Noise-Tested Ventilation
Classvent and Envirofresh units undergo rigorous acoustic testing to meet BB93 2015 standards for educational environments. These low-noise systems combine heat recovery with summer boost ventilation, ensuring compliance with building regulations while maintaining energy efficiency in classrooms and lecture theatres.
Questions
What HVAC products does Air Handlers manufacture?
We produce air handling units, heat recovery systems, hospital-grade AHUs, packaged cooling units, and noise-tested ventilation solutions for commercial and industrial applications.
Are your products compliant with European energy standards?
Yes, all units meet ErP 2018 directives for energy efficiency, with heat recovery systems exceeding 90% efficiency and low specific fan power designs.
Do you offer custom HVAC solutions?
Our in-house fabrication facility enables bespoke designs, including low-profile units (300mm depth) and modular configurations tailored to specific project requirements.
What sectors do you serve?
We specialise in healthcare, education, and commercial sectors, with case studies including Oxford University, Christie Hospital, and IKEA Greenwich.
How do you ensure acoustic performance?
Our casework undergoes UKAS-certified testing to BS EN ISO 10140-2 standards, achieving low noise breakout for compliance with BB93 and BB101 regulations.
Can your systems integrate with existing infrastructure?
Yes, our units support integration with VRV, chilled water systems, and BMS controls for seamless retrofitting and hybrid system configurations.
