The Gloucester, 200 West 79th Street, New York, NY: Ventilation System Retrofit for Enhanced Indoor Air Quality
Located at 200 West 79th Street, The Gloucester is an 18-story, 272-unit co-op built in 1978. As part of a comprehensive retrofit to modernize the building’s systems, eFlow USA collaborated directly with RSI to enhance ventilation by installing 4” eFlow-Constant Airflow Regulators (CARs) set to 50 CFM. This installation optimized the building’s energy efficiency and significantly improved indoor air quality.
Project Background
The Gloucester is a post-war co-op building built in 1978, located in New York City. The retrofit project sought to upgrade the building’s ventilation system, addressing air quality and energy efficiency concerns.
Project Details
The 18-story co-op underwent a retrofit focused on optimizing air circulation and enhancing resident comfort. eFlow USA worked directly with RSI to install 4” eFlow-CARs at 50 CFM in every apartment’s exhaust, providing consistent ventilation and energy savings.
Technical Insights
eFlow-Constant Airflow Regulators (CARs) were installed to ensure automatically balanced ventilation and improved indoor air quality. These devices helped to maintain optimal airflow while reducing energy consumption throughout the building.
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Benefits of Installing eFlow CARs
- Improved Indoor Air Quality: Maintains consistent airflow, reducing indoor pollutants
- Energy Efficiency: Ensures efficient HVAC system performance, lowering operational costs
- Enhanced Comfort: Provides a balanced air distribution for a healthier living environment
Conclusion
The retrofit of The Gloucester demonstrates how targeted energy solutions, such as the installation of eFlow-Constant Airflow Regulators, can modernize older co-op buildings, enhance indoor air quality, and promote energy savings. This project serves as an excellent model for future residential retrofits.
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eFlow-CAR FACTS
eFlow-CAR is a simple solution to balancing ventilation systems. Constant Airflow Regulator is a device that automatically regulates airflows in ventilation systems to constant levels. The passive control element responds to duct pressure, and requires no electric sensors, pneumatic sensors or controls. eFlow-CARs promote high indoor air quality and energy savings.
- UL 2043 Classified
- Composed of fire resistant UL 94 ABS plastic
- Diameters offered: 3”, 4″, 5”, 6”, 8″, 10″
- Operating Pressure Range: 0.08 to 2.4 in w.g. (20-600Pa)
- Airflow settings: 15-765 CFM
- Temperature Limits: -22° to 140°F (-30° to 60°C)
- Suitable for both supply and exhaust applications
- No external power supply needed
- Field Adjustable CFM set point
- Capable of maintaining constant airflow within +- 5% for nominal airflow throughout the target operating pressure range of 0.08 to 2.4 in.
- Standard for Energy Efficient Compliance
