Salon air system needed special consideration for tanning bed ventilation

Location: Hutchinson, Kansas  
Services: Mechanical
Category: Salon
Area: 7,500 sq. ft.
Software: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, CAPS-Greenheck, HAP 5.11 

Mechanical requirements for 3S MEP + Structural’s project at the Glow Studio Salon included specially designing a ventilation system that effectively removes exhaust from numerous tanning beds.

The system also had to allow sufficient makeup air to maintain natural pressure and ventilation in the tanning area.

In addition to the tanning  beds, the system had to accommodate the tanning rooms, spa rooms, storage areas, a small kitchen, a waiting room and a lobby.

The main focus of the HVAC design was to address the cooling, heating, and ventilation requirements of the different areas, with special attention given to the tanning bed exhaust system.

The system used furnaces in conjunction with a conditioning unit system. The tanning bed exhaust system was designed to operate off of pressure and temperature measurements.

The 3S MEP design delivered a functional and efficient mechanical system that met the client’s requirements while overcoming the challenges presented by specialized ventilation and pressure needs.

With all 3S MEP projects, a primary focus is integrating MEP and structural designs with the construction and architectural partners and the end-users to minimize the need for design adjustments or revisions during the construction process. Design teams from 3S MEP actively engage with all stakeholders to identify potential conflicts and optimize overall system layout. Our teams are exceptionally proficient at harmonizing essential building elements for successful outcomes.