WHAT HAPPENS IF THE AIR CURTAIN IS MUCH SMALLER THAN THE DOOR-WIDTH OPENING?
Whenever possible, avoid using an air curtain that is shorter than the entire width of the door opening. An undersized air curtain will create unprotected areas on each side, thereby reducing its efficiency level. An air curtain should cover the doorway completely. If necessary, it’s always better to use an air curtain that is slightly wider, than shorter, in covering the opening. Some manufacturers will provide their units with extreme side deflectors to help spread the air outward. Avoid using this type of design. The output airflow pattern becomes very irregular. Much of the airflow moves across the opening, causing considerable air velocity loss by the time it hits the floor.
