​Ventilation and insulation: Why choose CLIMAVER®?

CLIMAVER® is a state-of-the-art insulated ventilation duct system specifically designed for air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems. 
See what happens when Saint-Gobain ISOVER, a company with decades of insulation experience, designs a pre insulated duct from the ground up.

Lighter. Tighter. Simply … better

CLIMAVER® self-supporting ducts were designed not only with building occupants in mind, but also ease of installation and reduced environmental impact. Unlike traditional ventilation ducts which require a separate exterior layer of insulation, CLIMAVER® insulation is integrated directly into the duct structure. Glass wool insulation is surrounded by highly durable interior and exterior facing surfaces for rigidity and ease of cleaning. These easy-to-assemble insulated ducts are adaptable to any project.

For installers

CLIMAVER® insulted ducts are delivered flat in a pallet, reducing the space required for transport. Once delivered and manufactured on the job site, the duct is exceptionally lightweight, making lifting and assembly easy. CLIMAVER® tools facilitate quick and accurate cuts. Angles, splits and boots are easily cut and assembled from the duct material itself, reducing the need for specialised connecting pieces. The result is a speedy one-stage installation compared to the multiple stages required for sheet metal insulated duct work. CLIMAVER® is also >50% lighter than metal duct + mineral wool insulation.

For building occupants

Once installed, CLIMAVER® ventilation ducts enhance the interior environment in multiple ways. The insulated duct dampens the sound generated from mechanical components, resulting in a quieter, more comfortable environment. Duct interiors are resistant to microbes, mold  and fungi. All materials are fire retardant. Several exterior styles are available to compliment the aesthetics of any interior space.

For the environment

For decades, Saint-Gobain ISOVER has been committed to environmental stewardship in its manufacturing processes. CLIMAVER® insulated self-supporting duct materials are sourced from 70% recycled glass, and designed to be easily disassembled and recycled at the end of their usable life.  

 

​3 Questions to Mikko Ropponen, International Market Manager - HVAC

Mikko Ropponen International Market Manager HVAC ISOVER

Mikko Ropponen



Are CLIMAVER® ducts easier to transport and install?

Mikko Ropponen: Yes, traditional sheet metal air ducts are manufactured off-site and then transported to the jobsite. The ducts are bulky and must be cut ahead of time, leaving little room for error, once installers arrive on site.  CLIMAVER® ducts can be delivered flat on a pallet reducing cargo space dramatically.  They can be measured out and cut on-site manually or automatically allowing for flexibility and ease of installation.
 

What makes the installation process so easy? 

Mikko Ropponen: When plans clash with reality on the job site, installers can easily modify the installation plan and cut CLIMAVER® duct components during the installation process.  The ducts are lightweight and very easy to manipulate, meaning one installer can handle even bigger jobs.
 

How does CLIMAVER® save the customer money?

Mikko Ropponen: CLIMAVER®’s lighter weight means fewer workers are required, saving on labour costs. With insulation built in, CLIMAVER® ducts reduce installation time since all the work can be done in one phase. Once installed, the duct system starts to pay back the investment on day one thanks to excellent thermal insulation properties to keep air temperature as designed and air-tight duct system to reduce power needed from ventilation machine. Also the CLIMAVER® life-cycle is very long and the ducts can be cleaned over 20.000 times.