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Europe’s leading manufacturer of archive and preservation climate control solutions

Archives and preservation ventilation solutions by Dantherm Group

Archives and preservation ventilation solutions

Powerful air circulation technology for archives of all types and sizes.

Preserve historic documents, photos and more with trusted ventilation

From preserving historical footage for future generations, to improving the safety of your spaces for employees and visitors. You understand that efficient, effective and reliable ventilation plays a huge role in the success and stability of your archives.

Standing out as the preferred choice for storage facilities across the globe, our world-renowned ventilation is used in archives, libraries and repositories of all types. Built on decades of engineering excellence and tailored to your exact specifications, trust our solutions to keep your atmospheres healthy and your energy bills low.

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Ventilation for archives

Stale air allows pollutants, heat and moisture to compromise the indoor air quality of your archives and the condition of your historic documents. Keep air circulating and protect your sensitive archival materials with our energy-efficient ventilation.

Ventilation for film and photograph archives
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Ventilation for film and photograph archives

Nitrate film and other old photo formats are not only fragile, but also highly flammable. Safely achieve the air quality, temperature and humidity levels your collection requires with intelligent ventilation fans engineered by the European experts.

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Ventilation for reading rooms

If you allow the public access to your treasured books, manuscripts and records, you need a way to guarantee their safety outside the archive. Count on our energy-saving air filtration to manage pockets of dust, heat and humidity for round-the-clock preservation.

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Ventilation for libraries

Poor air quality threatens your books. Excess moisture damages your buildings. Pockets of heat jeopardise your staff’s health. Overcome these risks and achieve total environmental stability with our heavy-duty professional ventilation systems.

Ventilation for gallery archives
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Ventilation for gallery archives

From reference sketches to original photographs. Whatever culturally important materials you store in your gallery archive, make sure their history and significance are preserved for generations to come with our brand of trusted ventilation technology.

Ventilation for special collections
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Ventilation for special collections

When your special collections are full of historical artefacts, rare books, and one-of-a-kind maps, you need ventilation to keep fresh air circulating at all times. Speak to our expert team about your requirements, and we can recommend the ideal solution for your setup.

Ventilation for corporate repositories
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Ventilation for corporate repositories

Whether the documents you store are a celebration of your company’s history, or essential to how you do business today. Keep everything on record in top condition – all while minimising operational costs and energy consumption – with our sustainable ventilation units.

The European leader in archives and preservation ventilation solutions

Acidic pollutants cause organic materials to deteriorate. Dust and dirt spoil the legibility of documents. Pockets of heat and moisture destroy film stock and cause mould growth. When even the smallest imbalances in your climate can have costly repercussions, powerful and professional ventilation is a must-have. 

With decades of experience and a variety of world-class solutions to choose from, find technology to meet the specific requirements of your archives in our comprehensive range – from whole-building climate control to targeted air circulation.

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We believe in climate control built to your specifications

Every solution we deliver starts with a bespoke consultation. Our highly trained experts work to understand your unique requirements so you receive exactly what you need.

Manufactured in-house by our specialist engineers, we tailor solutions that meet your expectations, and instantly connect you with the right supplier.

Archives and preservation ventilation solutions FAQs

Why are ventilation solutions important for archives and preservation facilities?

Photographs. Film strips. Documents. Books. Whatever kind of materials you store in your archives, even the smallest fluctuations in air quality, humidity and temperature can spell disaster for your inventory in the long term.

To best preserve the sensitive materials in your possession, and create a comfortable environment for staff and visitors, the importance of powerful, professional and efficient ventilation is undeniable.

What types of ventilation solutions are commonly used in archives and preservation settings?

To help improve ventilation throughout your archive and preservation facilities, you should use:

  • Axial ventilators
  • Radial ventilators
  • Air handling units

As a leading manufacturer of these units, Dantherm Group can supply whatever ventilation technology you require. Speak to our experts to discuss the most fitting solution.

How do your ventilation solutions contribute to the preservation of archival materials?

Our ventilation units work by constantly moving air inside which helps protect your precious documents and books by:

  • Preventing pockets of heat and humidity from forming and weakening key materials
  • Removing high levels of dust that can settle on items and become permanently worn-in
  • Expelling gaseous pollutants, saving items from discolouration and deterioration over time

Talk to our experts for guidance on the best solutions for your archive.

Where are ventilation solutions typically employed in the archive and preservation sector?

Controlling humidity, temperature and air quality is a necessity for virtually every archive, which is why ventilation is used in:

  • Film and photo storage centres
  • Reading rooms and search rooms
  • Libraries
  • Gallery archives
  • Corporate repositories
  • Special collections

Can your ventilation solutions help prevent mould growth in archival materials?

Yes. When pockets of moisture are allowed to prevail, they can promote the growth of mould on paper, in books, and across other records.

To protect your inventory against this threat, our air circulation technology ensures these stagnant conditions are consistently addressed.

Are your ventilation solutions effective in controlling environmental conditions in archival storage facilities?

Yes, the ventilation we supply to archives worldwide can help control various elements of the climate for better long-term preservation.

No unit exemplifies this better than our bespoke air handling units. Able to control your entire archive’s humidity, temperature and air quality at once, these solutions represent the gold standard for preservation ventilation.

Yet, despite their power and practicality, our ventilation solutions should not be substituted for dedicated archive and preservation humidity control. Speak to our team about securing the right technology for your needs.

Can I buy your archives and preservation ventilation systems online?

We don’t make our air circulation technology available to purchase online to ensure that every system we design, manufacture and supply fits your exact requirements. By taking a consultative approach with a highly-trained expert, we make sure that you are only recommended equipment that meets your needs – and fulfils these in the most efficient, cost-effective way possible.

Across all of our products, VAT-registered companies can get a quote very quickly by pressing 'I want to buy' and inserting your enquiry and contact details.

How soon can you supply your archive and preservation ventilation?

This varies on a case-by-case basis. For some standard products, accessories and consumables, we can provide day-to-day delivery. For larger orders or more bespoke ventilation systems, there may be a longer lead time.

By reaching out to our experts we can put you in touch with your nearest local supplier so you can receive the products you require in the most timely manner possible.

Do you sell your archive and preservation ventilation solutions to private consumers?

No. Dantherm Group’s ventilation solutions are only sold to industry professionals directly from our offices, or via our extensive network of distributors.

What support do you offer for your archive and preservation ventilation?

With offices, servicing partners and spare parts suppliers distributed across Europe, we can rapidly respond to any request or issue involving your products. You can learn more about our servicing and spare parts services on our website.

Our professionals are also happy to advise on the most effective way to set up and operate your equipment, so you always get the maximum performance and value from your products.

Why choose Dantherm Group for professional climate control solutions?

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Bespoke solutions built around your needs.

We are more than suppliers. Our experts tailor our climate control solutions around your requirements so you always get the ideal outcome – and put you in touch with the right supplier for timely delivery.

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Designed and engineered in Europe.

Quality without compromise. We design and engineer all of our climate control technology at our competence centres across Europe to guarantee units of unrivalled usability, reliability and efficiency.

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Extensive international availability.

Streamline purchasing and cut handling costs by sourcing everything from a single supplier for unmatched efficiency.

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