Vertical ventilation!
Better academic performance and enjoyment through a safe and healthy indoor climate.
Average CO2 value in a Goflow ventilated classroom
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Why vertical ventilation?
During the corona pandemic, we found that traditional ventilation systems were not sufficiently capable of reducing aerosol exposure in students. Research from TNO in 2021 has shown that the vertical displacement ventilation system developed by Goflow reduces aerosol exposure by 97%.
Here's why!
First conclusions and observations:
- The average gas consumption decreases from approximately 10 m³ to approximately 4 m³ of natural gas per m² GFA (gross floor area) without any modifications to the building's envelope.
- Average CO2 levels during classroom hours remain below the promised 700 ppm.
- Average particulate matter concentrations also remain below the promised 3 µg/m³.
- A Goflow floor is always cleaner than a traditional floor.
How does the system work?
- Goflow installs a raised ventilating floor over the existing classroom floor from which a laminar airflow emerges.
- Goflow replaces the existing suspended ceiling with a special suspended ceiling that ensures that laminar airflow is extracted directly upward.
- Goflow installs a decentralised air handling unit with an energy recovery efficiency of 85%, fine dust filters and a cold-heat battery in each classroom.
- Goflow monitors the desired temperature, air quality and operation for each room.
Product
Vertical displacement ventilation carries air by the most direct route to the outside without contact with other occupants in the room.
Education
In a Goflow classroom, it feels like you are being educated in open air. Every child and every teacher deserves that feeling, every day.
Experience it
You can experience what the cleanest indoor air feels like in the Goflow Experience lab. Sign up and visit Goflow!
The importance of a healthy indoor climate
A healthy indoor climate is essential in classrooms, where poor air quality can lead to health problems such as allergies and reduced concentration. For students and teachers, fresh, clean air is crucial for their well-being and performance.
Our displacement ventilation significantly improves air quality by efficiently removing polluted air and introducing fresh air. This reduces the risk of absenteeism and complaints such as fatigue and headaches, while improving learning ability and productivity. With our solution, we create a comfortable, healthy and stimulating learning environment for everyone in the classroom.
Our displacement ventilation significantly improves air quality by efficiently removing polluted air and introducing fresh air. This reduces the risk of absenteeism and complaints such as fatigue and headaches, while improving learning ability and productivity. With our solution, we create a comfortable, healthy and stimulating learning environment for everyone in the classroom.
- Improved health
- Increased comfort
- Higher productivity
- Energy efficiency
Goflow
What are the benefits?
Energy-efficient
Goflow's climate system is at least 70% more energy efficient than current systems. Instead of radiators, Goflow uses convectors under the floor that heat or cool the air, provided a heat pump is used.
Best for health
TNO research shows that students in a Goflow classroom are exposed to 97% less aerosols. A healthy indoor climate leads to better learning performance and lower absenteeism. Initial feedback from the occupational health and safety service, show a 90% lower short-term sick leave among teachers.
Sustainable & socially responsible
Goflow aims to develop the most sustainable system possible, designed for intensive long-term use. Goflow primarily applies the principles of Design for Disassembly and Design for Reuse. Additionally, Goflow strives to create social impact. For instance, Goflow has collaborated with the social workplace DZB Leiden and partners with the municipality to provide roles for refugees.
Comfort
The CO2 value in a Goflow classroom does not exceed 700 ppm. That is far below the ‘Frisse Scholen class A’ standard. Enjoy optimal comfort all day long for better concentration.
Experience it for yourself!
Curious what the cleanest classrooms would feel like? Sign up and visit our Goflow experience lab!
