Set to be completed this fall, the City of Euclid’s new Recreation & Wellness Center will serve as a hub for athletics, fitness, and community programming. Designed to support high occupancy, expansive open courts, and year-round activity, the facility required a carefully coordinated air movement strategy to ensure comfort and acoustic control.
Air Control Products was brought onto the project as the air movement and ductwork supplier, working alongside Karpinski Engineering, general contractor Infinity Construction, and mechanical contractor Miles Mechanical. To execute the performance demands of a large public recreation facility, the ACP team aligned leading manufacturers, including Price Industries, Greenheck, DuctSox, and Hranec, delivering a coordinated air movement solution engineered specifically for this environment.
Beyond supplying products, ACP coordinated closely with manufacturers and contractors to ensure proper layout, delivery sequencing, and installation support. Pre-install meetings were conducted with Hranec and Miles Mechanical to coordinate exact jobsite requirements and delivery sequencing, which involved separating double-wall spiral duct deliveries from the remaining spiral to align with installation needs.
In the primary open-court space, Air Control Products supplied two 28” gray DuctSox SkeleCore FTS fabric ducts, suspended prominently across the ceiling. The system was engineered to provide uniform, low-velocity air distribution throughout the large court volume. One run is currently installed and pictured below, with the second scheduled for installation in the coming months.
DuctSox provided detailed installation drawings to assist Miles Mechanical with fabric layout and hanger coordination, helping streamline installation within the exposed ceiling environment.
The SkeleCore FTS suspension system uses internal support rings and tension cables to maintain a stable cylindrical shape during operation and at rest, eliminating movement as air cycles on and off. The system delivers:
Both spiral and metal ductwork on this project was fabricated by Hranec. ACP coordinated the fabrication, staging, and delivery of both single- and double-wall spiral duct sections used throughout the building.
Double-wall spiral sections were specified where enhanced acoustic control and thermal performance were required, particularly in supply paths feeding large activity spaces. Delivery sequencing was coordinated to ensure double-wall sections arrived separately and aligned with installation timelines, supporting jobsite efficiency and minimizing material congestion.
To complete the air distribution network, ACP supplied Price Industries return air grilles, including models HCD, 530, 80 returns, and CF linear grilles (not pictured), ensuring effective supply and return pathways to support balanced ventilation throughout the center.
In the portions of the HVAC system requiring supplemental heat, particularly during harsh Cleveland winters, Greenheck IDHE duct heaters were provided. These heaters are integrated into the duct network to condition airflow as required, helping maintain consistent indoor comfort levels across wide open areas.
Ventilation components also included a Greenheck SQ exhaust fan equipped with a Vari-Green EC motor for energy-efficient operation. Exterior air control components included Greenheck ESD-635HP louvers and VCD-23 MOD dampers. Additional space heating support was provided through Markel electric wall heaters (not pictured)
Together, these components, supported by coordinated pre-install planning, manufacturer collaboration, and field execution, create a system that is not only mechanically efficient but also delivers even comfort, controlled sound levels, and reliable temperature performance across large open spaces.
For patrons, that translates to a recreation environment that feels consistent, quiet, and comfortable, whether on the court, walking the track, or gathering as a community.
