Electrical panel ventilation: why it is important and Sorgato solutions

In the tissue & converting sector, as in all industrial sectors, the correct ventilation of electrical panels is important to keep the working environment in a state of safety and efficiency. The ventilation of the panels, in fact, serves precisely to prevent the overheating of the electrical components, avoiding the risk of malfunctions, fires and damage to people or things.

In this article, we will talk about this topic in more detail, explaining how a ventilation system works and why it helps to improve the quality of the production process. We will then present the solutions for the ventilation of electrical panels proposed by Sorgato in the converting field.

Electrical panel ventilation: why it is important

What exactly is meant by electrical panel ventilation? The expression refers to a system designed to maintain an optimal temperature inside the panels themselves, ensuring proper dissipation of the heat produced by the electrical appliances that constitute them.

In a sector such as the one in which Sorgato operates, the machines included in the converting production lines work at full capacity to produce, cut and package tissue paper products in rolls or folded. As a result, electrical components are also constantly called into question and it is important to avoid overheating.

In general, the elements that allow the proper functioning of an electrical panel ventilation system are:

• The fan, which is the heart of the system. The fan allows hot air to be extracted from the electrical panels, generating a flow of fresh air inside.
• An air filter that removes impurities and particles from the intake air, protecting electrical appliances from damage and malfunction.
• The connection pipes between the filter and the panels, which direct the filtered air to the critical points, ensuring a uniform and effective distribution.

All these elements work together to ensure optimal performance of the ventilation system. Why is it so important to do this, in the converting industry as in other areas? There are several reasons for this:

• Prevent overheating. In structured industrial plants, including those in the converting sector, machinery works at a high rate and generates significant heat in the electrical panels. Adequate ventilation, as mentioned, prevents overheating, avoiding immediate damage and prolonging its life over time.
• Improve security. A high temperature inside electrical panels increases the risk of fire and short circuits. Effective ventilation helps maintain a safe temperature, protecting operators and the plant from potential hazards.
• Drive production efficiency. Proper ventilation allows electrical appliances to operate in optimal conditions, allowing continuous and efficient production and reducing downtime.
• Ensure regulatory compliance. Different safety standards and regulations require the installation of adequate ventilation systems of electrical panels to ensure safety in the workplace.

In the next paragraph, as anticipated, we will focus on the systems designed and manufactured by our company for the ventilation of electrical panels in the converting sector.

Sorgato solutions for the ventilation of electrical panels in the converting sector

Many customers who turn to us for the supply of dust extraction systems ask us to include among the machinery supplied also the systems for the effective ventilation of electrical panels.

The reasons for this request are various:

• Frequently, companies do not want to have independent air conditioners on each electrical panel, preferring a single central ventilation system that serves the entire production line.
• The integrated supply of dust collection systems and ventilation systems allows the customer to optimize resources. In fact, in this way the company has a single point of contact for both supplies, with reduced travel times and costs and greater uniformity in the technical specifications provided for all components. This last point, in particular, is important to ensure the effective insertion of plants and systems within the lines.
• Sorgato already knows the production layout in which the panel ventilation system will be inserted. Our technicians, in fact, will have already studied it during the preliminary evaluations necessary for the supply of tailor-made dedusting systems.

In addition, an electrical panel ventilation system has characteristics very similar to those of a dust extraction system. The main differences, from a mechanical point of view, concern the size of the pipes and their different routes within the production department. Consequently, relying on Sorgato for a supply of this kind allows companies to interface with a prepared technical interlocutor.

In the design and production of the ventilation of electrical panels, we also support the customer with the personalized consulting approach that distinguishes us.

The main features consist of:

• Suitably sized fan that can be installed both inside and outside the plant.
• Presence of manual calibration dampers that allow you to calibrate the air flows in the pipes.
• Ducting integrated into the lower part of the electrical panels and internal diffusers, variable according to the model of the panels themselves.
• System management through a single control panel.

In the field of converting, where the production of dust is higher than in other sectors, the installation of an efficient ventilation system of the electrical panels also has an advantage in terms of cleanliness. Once in operation, in fact, the system creates a positive pressure inside the panel: this pressure generates an air flow that helps to keep the panel clean by preventing the entry of dust and contaminants.

Are you looking for an efficient and safe system for the effective ventilation of electrical panels in the converting sector? Contact our offices and tell us what you need: we will tailor it for your company.