Something special in the air
09.06.2025
Modern displacement diffusers can significantly improve indoor air quality in larger rooms. Thanks to their versatile selection and excellent customization opportunities, they can be integrated into ceilings or walls or even used as an interior element. At best, the outcome is so natural that space users don’t even notice.
Especially in larger spaces that are—even temporarily—occupied by a larger group of people, maintaining ideal temperature and comfortable conditions for everyone requires a stratified air distribution system.
This is where state-of-the-art displacement diffusers come in. They are a convenient, cost-efficient way to ensure that the room’s inhabitants always have clean, cool air at their disposal.
The key to this is that in a sports arena, concert hall, lobby, or any other type of large room, fresh air is required only at the level where people are located—that is, at a level of up to 2.5 meters. As the supply air delivered by displacement diffusers at reduced velocity is cooler than the air already in the room, it naturally falls down to the floor level and spreads uniformly across the occupied zone.
As the supply air mixes with the warmer air, it rises towards the ceiling. As many contaminants in the air are lighter than the air itself, this movement also carries most of the pollution particles to the upper levels and away from the people. Thus, displacement diffusers can create a cool, clean air zone that can reach all the lower levels of the room.
Besides providing efficient cooling, displacement diffusers help save energy used for ventilation. Since the entire room does not need uniform ventilation, the focus can be on the levels where people are situated.
A wide selection enables functional installation
ETS NORD has put special efforts into making displacement diffusers as unnoticeable as possible without compromising their ability to perform. The more versatile the available selection of displacement diffusers, the easier it is for designers to find just the right one to fit into their drawings or renovation plans.
The current ETS NORD selection of displacement diffusers includes various sizes of rectangular, circular, and semi-circular options. While they can be installed inside the ceiling and the walls, thus being entirely out of sight, the minimalistic, yet stylish design takes away any reason to shy away from using them as an integral element of the interior. Even the front panel can be colored to blend into the overall environment seamlessly.
While ETS NORD displacement diffusers are typically manufactured of galvanized steel, other materials can be chosen to best suit the purpose. For environments with a substantial risk of corrosion, such as industrial applications, displacement diffusers can be manufactured of Magnelis, a special zinc–magnesium–coated steel that withstands corrosion extremely well.
Exceeding expectations through continuous development
With recent developments, it is no understatement to say that ETS NORD’s displacement diffusers have entered the era of a new generation.
Previously used fabric filters have been replaced in the most recent versions for improved functionality and efficiency. The double-layer perforated front panel ensures uniform, silent, and draught-free air distribution. Being easily detachable, the front panel also enables convenient cleaning and access to the unit. And, as all visible holes and screws – as well as the damper – concealed by telescopic cover panels that are fully fit for purpose, the appearance is further enhanced. The covers complement the diffuser’s design, forming a seamless and cohesive entity.
ETS NORD experts are available to architects and designers to help them customize their next ventilation system with modern displacement diffusers. Finding the right overall solution for every building, we can create an air distribution system that best supports a healthy and productive environment, whether that is designed for business, culture, recreation, or any other purpose.
You can learn more about ETS NORD displacement diffusers on our webpages or select them for your design from MagiCAD Cloud.
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Kadi Alber
Head of Product Management, NORDduct, NORDsilencer, NORDexternal, NORDdoor, NORDdiffuser, NORDdamper & NORDgrille