Pioneering smarter ventilation systems SALDA

PIONEERING SMARTER VENTILATION SYSTEMS

Salda UAB is a European technology leader in the design and manufacture of ventilation systems and equipment. Philip Yorke takes a closer look at a company that is setting new standards in ventilation efficiency and service.

SALDA was founded in Lithuania in 1990 and began its life as a supplier of ventilation equipment before becoming involved in its production. Following large investments in new manufacturing equipment and technology, the company began to develop its own high-efficiency, low energy consumption products and services according to the standards and requirements of a fast-changing industry. The formula for its success was based upon the knowledge of what the new, expanding market required and its ability to satisfy that demand with more efficient, cost-effective products.

Today SALDA offers a wide range of modern ventilation solutions. Its latest compact air handling units are certified in accredited EU laboratories and are exceptional not only owing to their wide variety of sizes and air flow ranges, but also because they are designed to be flexible enough to be installed in the most restricted areas. In Lithuania, the company’s production and warehouse area covers over 40,000 square metres.

In addition, the company’s fans – which are available in different diameters and with a diverse range of air flow options – all meet the European ErP 2015 directive. These advanced products from SALDA are designed for installation in duct systems, on roofs and in kitchens and are supplied with a wide range of accessories to meet each customers, individual needs.

SPECIMEN

Smarter way to handle air

SALDA UAB is justifiably proud of its latest modular ventilation systems: the ‘SmartAir SW50+’ is rated and recognised by the Eurovent European Committee of HVAC & R Manufacturers as being the most efficient on the market.

Furthermore, SALDA offers all the necessary air transportation parts along with an extensive range of accessories. As a leading metalworking and machining company, SALDA also provides metal processing services, punching, laser cutting, sheet steel bending and stamping.

SALDA has a large, independent R&D department, which is constantly delivering solutions to improve its products. This is in response to the changes in economic, social and competitive environments dictated by the changing marketplace. Currently SALDA is developing a special product range – known as the ‘Smarty’ range – that is the most efficient option for air handling units to date and is designed for residential buildings certified by ‘Passive House’ and DIBt institutes. Thanks to its continuing investment in new technology the company continues to extend its customer base in western Europe and overseas.

Expanding global reach

Since its early trading, SALDA has been serving the Middle East markets, but in

recent years attention has been turned to achieving a greater presence in the Scandinavian, French and Polish markets. The company has also been seeking to extend its global reach and since 2010 has been present in the Indian market, where sales of its standard range of products have seen consistent growth. Notably, in 2013 the company gained a foothold in South America in the Chilean market.

To support this consistent growth, there has been a continuous investment in manufacturing optimisation, logistics and sales procedures. Investments in 2014 doubled in comparison with 2013 to reach a record €6.23 million. The company anticipates that it will continue to grow through organic expansion with the development of new products, and a broadening of its sales and services outside of its domestic market. In 2015 it will launch its new remote control device, the ‘P-Touch’, and its remote control ‘MB Gateway’ solution, which is designed to allow the control of ventilation equipment using the customer’s chosen remote device, such as a PC or smart phone.

Focus on energy efficiency

Energy efficiency and ease of operation are both vital components in today’s ventilation market. These are underscored and driven by various EU directives and regulations. SALDA has always worked to stay one step ahead of these requirements and today its product range, marketed with the ErP 2015 label, has achieved a 20 per cent reduction of primary energy consumption, enables a 20 per cent increase in the use of renewables, and a 20 per cent reduction in CO2 emissions. All the company’s current products are fitted with the latest energy-saving EC class motors. The company’s air-handling units with heat recovery save up to 94 per cent in terms of thermal energy recovery.

Today SALDA is represented in more than 30 countries and its strong market position is down to a combination of product innovation, flexibility and dedicated customer support. Each country has its own local differences in terms of design and product appeal and SALDA products are designed to satisfy the many market variations that it encounters in its export markets. n

For further information about SALDA’s innovative ventilation products and services visit www.salda.lt

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