Power Actuated Louvers

[ctrujillo45]

Hello There-

I am working on a project in a relatively cold climate which I am attempting to find a solution for power actuated louvers to control the makeup air required for my commercial dryers. I have 2 commercial dryers, which require a min. 195 sq. in louver (per dryer). These dryers are located along an exterior wall within an individual room enclosure. I cannot obtain makeup air from the surrounding room, therefore makeup air must be obtained from the exterior. Since this is a colder climate (Reno, NV), I am looking for a solution in which I can interlock my makeup air louver to the dryer.

My first thought was to utilize some type of current sensor that opens the louver when electrical current is sensed.

Has anyone ever done anything like this before? Any product recommendations?

Thanks in advance.

 

[MintJulep]

There is no shortage of damper motor manufacturers. Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Belimo are just a few that I can name off the top of my head.

All will have an option for a limit switch at the full-open position. Don't let a drier turn on if the limit switch isn't made.