Alnor LoFlo Balometer Capture Hoods

Low airflow does not mean low importance. In controlled environments, small changes in volume can influence cleanliness, pressurization, and comfort. Alnor LoFlo Balometer capture hoods are engineered to deliver stable, high-resolution measurements where standard capture hoods may lack sensitivity.

Where LoFlo excels:

• Low-volume diffusers: Accurately assess supply and return airflow in labs, cleanrooms, healthcare spaces, microelectronics, and specialty production areas.
• Precision balancing: Fine-tune setpoints and verify low-flow VAV operation with repeatable measurements.
• Verification and documentation: Optional logging supports traceable records for quality systems and audits.

Usability and field performance:

• Compact hood choices: Balance near equipment, tight ceiling grids, or crowded plenums with smaller, lighter configurations.
• Clear, immediate feedback: Volume flow calculations present readings in units that match your project or facility standards.
• Practical handling: Lightweight frames and ergonomic grips reduce fatigue during surveys that involve frequent ladder moves.

Benefits for industrial and controlled spaces:

• Confidence at the low end: High sensitivity supports accurate assessment of low flow setpoints, often used to maintain directional airflow and cleanliness.
• Support for compliance goals: Reliable data can be integrated into documentation that supports internal SOPs and external audits.
• Energy awareness: Confirm low-flow modes and setback strategies to help reduce energy consumption while maintaining performance targets.

Working smarter with LoFlo:

• Choose the hood size that best seals the diffuser face to improve repeatability.
• Allow readings to stabilize for consistent results, especially around specialized diffusers.
• Pair with micromanometers and thermal anemometers to investigate related pressure and velocity conditions upstream and downstream.

Integration in broader workflows:

• Commissioning teams can use LoFlo for specialty areas while deploying standard capture hoods across the rest of the facility.
• Maintenance teams can incorporate periodic LoFlo checks into preventative programs to track changes over time.
• Quality groups can align LoFlo measurements with environmental monitoring plans for high-visibility production zones.

Service, calibration, and support:
TSI offers calibration services and technical guidance to maintain measurement confidence over time. Application support helps teams decide when to deploy LoFlo versus standard capture hoods and how to standardize methods for consistent results across sites.

When low-volume airflow matters, LoFlo provides the precision your team relies on. Connect with TSI to configure a LoFlo kit for your controlled environments.