{"id":3771,"date":"2025-09-09T17:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenetiks.it\/?p=3771"},"modified":"2025-09-07T15:45:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T13:45:16","slug":"saving-electricity-in-air-domes-the-press-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenetiks.it\/en\/saving-electricity-in-air-domes-the-press-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Saving electricity in air domes: the PRESS system"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Owning an air dome often means dealing with very high energy consumption. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenetiks.it\/en\/ventilation\/press\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2249\">PRESS<\/a> is the system we specifically developed to optimize the management of these structures, drastically reducing operating costs and emissions without compromising functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How PRESS works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An air dome consists of a PVC membrane supported by internal air pressure. This pressure is generated by the ventilation unit (fan + motor) that injects air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Air losses must be compensated for due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drafts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Door opening and closing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air recirculation needed to improve heating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 The principle behind PRESS is simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We reduce air leakage by improving structural insulation and optimizing recirculation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less air needs to be injected to maintain the same internal pressure;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The motor can run more slowly;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electricity consumption is greatly reduced.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on this principle, we built an intelligent control system with four key components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inverter<\/strong> \u2013 adjusts motor speed according to real needs;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PLC<\/strong> \u2013 a small industrial computer managing the control algorithms;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sensors<\/strong> \u2013 to monitor atmospheric conditions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Structural insulation<\/strong> \u2013 to minimize waste.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Each system is custom-built according to the ventilation module and the components already present in the unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Intelligent pressure and heat management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When there is wind or snow, sensors measure them and adjusts the pressure to ensure stability and safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For heating, PRESS modulates the ventilation of the heating module to optimize heat exchange (according to the manufacturer\u2019s guidelines):\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Too much ventilation \u2192 cold air enters the structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too little ventilation \u2192 the boiler overheats and heat is lost through the flue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In every situation, PRESS finds the right balance, improving comfort while reducing waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The advantages of PRESS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Installing PRESS provides tangible, immediate benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u26a1 <strong>Electricity savings 50\u201390%<\/strong>* \u2192 lower costs and reduced CO\u2082 emissions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd25 <strong>Heating savings up to 15%<\/strong>*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Payback in less than one sports season<\/strong>*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd27 <strong>Reduced wear on bearings, motor, and fan<\/strong> (thanks to lower speeds)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd07 <strong>Less noise<\/strong>, for a more comfortable environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f <strong>Greater safety<\/strong>: pressure is automatically modulated by sensors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*<\/em>Average data collected from real installations without pre-existing inverters; results may vary depending on the structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenetiks.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/advantages-en.jpg\" alt=\"Advantages of PRESS system: automatic, better heating, less noise, economical, energy saving, less thought, less wear and tear.\" class=\"wp-image-2260\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Installation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PRESS is designed for quick installation and easy management:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Takes about half a day per structure, whether the air dome is assembled or not;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During installation we carry out: speed calibration, structural insulation, ventilation unit check-up, and customer training;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In subsequent seasons, only insulation and calibration are needed (DIY or with our support).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PRESS is much more than a simple device: it is an integrated solution that transforms the management of air domes, ensuring savings, safety, and sustainability. An investment that pays off in just a few months and significantly reduces the environmental impact of sports facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Want to learn more? Contact us for a personalized consultation or a quote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Owning an air dome often means dealing with very high energy consumption. PRESS is the system we specifically developed to optimize the management of these structures, drastically reducing operating costs and emissions without compromising functionality. How PRESS works An air dome consists of a PVC membrane supported by internal air pressure. 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