About this asset

This Revit family provides a technical representation of an Armstrong Vortex air separator for use in hydronic mechanical systems. The model represents a vertical, cylindrical pressure vessel designed for the removal of air from hydronic systems. It features a robust, industrial-grade steel construction with clear primary inlet and outlet flanged ports positioned for horizontal flow integration. Additional top and bottom connection points are provided for venting and blowdown maintenance. The geometry is simplified for efficient BIM coordination, focusing on accurate port placement, overall vessel diameter, and height dimensions to ensure correct spatial clearance within mechanical rooms and plant space planning requirements.

The download is a 348 KB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.

Engineers can load this family directly into a Revit project to integrate it into hydronic piping networks. The component is designed for placement within mechanical rooms, allowing for standard pipe connection workflows. Users should ensure that the pipe diameter parameters are correctly mapped to system schedules. The family is built for schematic and coordinated design phases, providing necessary spatial footprints without excessive geometry that could otherwise impact project file performance.

This air separator is essential for hydronic heating and cooling systems in commercial, industrial, and large-scale residential projects. It is typically specified during the mechanical design stage to manage system pressure and prevent air-related issues like noise or corrosion. Professionals will use this asset when detailing mechanical plant rooms, coordinating pipe routes, or documenting equipment schedules. It pairs effectively with other hydronic components such as expansion tanks, circulation pumps, and heat exchangers within complex MEP layouts.