Environmental Chambers
A good Altitude/Environmental Chamber replicates different climates of the planet. A great environmental chamber replicates nearly any climate on the planet at the touch of a button, with precise and harmonious control of altitude, temperature and humidity.
Sporting Edge Ltd, in the UK, produces the most advanced and sophisticated Altitude/Environmental chambers in the world.
World Leading Technology Made Simple
Integrated control of altitude, temperature and humidity poses significant challenges in various aspects. Requirements of loading between individuals and large groups, ramp times, temperature ranges and building environment all play a large part in the design and control of any system. Sporting Edge Ltd has developed and pioneered bespoke equipment and unique control algorithms to cover all ranges of environmental control: all the user has to do is press ‘Go’ on the touchscreen interface.
System Features
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No dangerous Nitrogen is used when creating an altitude environment
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Altitude control accuracy to +/-0.1% Oxygen (+/- 40m altitude)
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Altitude ranges up to 8,848m in three password-protected ranges
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Touchscreen control with safety interlocks and on-screen trending
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Multi-timer functions for automatic system start
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Preset climates for quick launch
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Integrated control of altitude, temperature and humidity when required
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Monitor and trend graphs of oxygen, temperature, humidity and carbon dioxide at all times
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TV displays to show the current climate conditions wherever required
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Energy recovery options available for heating water systems
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Bespoke design, manufacture, installation and ongoing support from Sporting Edge, the global leaders
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Warranty
Environmental Ranges
Sporting Edge Ltd environmental chambers are available in various ranges with precise control. There are two available altitude ranges, normal/extreme or ultra extreme, and three temperature ranges, altitude only, extended ambient and extreme.
Altitude Range
ULTRA EXTREME
0 to 8,848m (Everest Summit)
STANDARD (Extreme Operation Included)
0 to 5,750m (Everest Base Camp)
Sporting Edge Ltd environmental chambers are available with various altitudes and climatic ranges to suit your requirements. Basic configurations are:
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Altitude Only [Comfort] - (to 5,750m. Climate control by standard type AC units)
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Extended Ambient [Moderate] - (to 5,750m plus Temperature +12 to +40°C and Relative Humidity 30% to 80%)
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Extreme - (to 8,800m plus Temperature -25 to +50°C and Relative Humidity 20% to 90%)
Universities & Colleges
A Sporting Edge Environmental Facility offers the ultimate research environment for precisely controlled, ground breaking studies as well as a sports performance and rehabilitation facility that can provide any combination of training stimulus. The capabilities of a state-of-the-art chamber facilitates advanced work within the University but also opens the prospect of paid commercial use by third parties needing to test products or people under various combinations of extreme conditions.
The University Of Sunderland Installation
Sporting Edge Ltd has provided altitude chambers to a variety of clients across the globe. Our success, patents and professionalism are what set us apart from others in our industry, and we are fiercely proud of our reputation as an international industry leader.
This reputation has been built on providing a first-class service to our clients throughout every stage of our relationship, and our cutting-edge technology and solutions reinforce it.
Please see the case studies below from a selection of our previous clients to see how we helped them take their training to the next level.
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Newcastle UniversityA full Environmental Chamber, including minus degrees Centigrade and an altitude of 8,750m, was required at Newcastle University. Sporting Edge Ltd began work with the University, Architect and main contractor to ensure seamless integration of the chamber, capable of withstanding temperatures of -25 to plus 45°C, into a brand-new multi-million-pound building. Along with the increased teaching element, there was a need for a much greater breadth of environmental conditions to support research work. The Chamber boasts the capability of: - Altitude: 0 – 8,750m Temperature: -25 to 45°C Humidity: 30 – 95% RH The chamber was the first of its kind in the UK, following a similar installation in Dubai. It utilised the patented ‘Performance Plenum’, which delivers the most uniform set of conditions, ensuring no dead space in the chamber. This is key when the consistency and replicability of the specifications are required repeatedly, particularly during research. All of this, along with a ‘fully extreme ready’ TV to display the conditions, gives Newcastle University the edge to flourish with an already impressive Biomedical Sciences School.
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University of SunderlandThe project at City Campus, Sunderland, was the refit of an existing building. The brief from the University was to supply an altitude chamber with Temperature and Humidity control, with the primary use intended to expand on the current teaching capabilities of the University with regard to environmental physiology. The Chamber boasts the capability of: - Altitude: 0 – 5,750m Temperature: 12 to 40°C Humidity: 30 – 80% RH On completion of the chamber, Sporting Edge’s Project Manager, George Byrne, commented on the collaborative work involved, stating, “Despite the challenges brought about by attempting to retrofit into an existing building, the installation here was made easier by all the stakeholders pulling together to overcome any of the usual issues, and the outstanding result is there for all to see.” The clean, fresh lines of this style of Environmental Chamber make it the perfect choice for anyone who does not require the ability to include freezing temperatures in their sphere of activity.
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AFC BournemouthBournemouth Football Club recently purchased an LT Altitude System from Sporting Edge Ltd. The equipment provides altitude air to a purpose-built room in the corner of the main training gym. The guys are all very excited to use the room to train. With the mountain scene wallpaper, this system really looks the part.
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EIS LoughboroughThe English Institute of Sport at Loughborough University have had an altitude area in their lab for many years. Loughborough University is one of the UK’s leading sports universities, the EIS system is one of the three Sporting Edge Ltd altitude facilities located in Loughborough University. The other two altitude features are in environmental chambers which feature outstanding control as well as laminar airflow and exceptional uniformity.
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Leeds Beckett UniversityThe dual, full environmental chambers here are capable of -30 to +50°C Temperature, 20 to 95% relative Humidity and altitude to a staggering 9,000m, all at the touch of a button, making this install the most impressive set of twin chambers in the whole of the World. A more comprehensive case study to follow.
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Motion LabTwin Sporting Edge Ltd chambers provide altitude only, and altitude plus controlled temperature and humidity are key parts of this leading facility for performance and rehabilitation in Lausanne.
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Swedish Olympic AssociationThe ‘Extended Ambient’ Sporting Edge Ltd chamber provides a wide range of training simulations for Swedish elite athletes.
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Football Performance Centre, Doha, QatarTwin chambers, each able to replicate a wide range of climatic conditions as well as altitude, provide a unique training environment in this prestigious location.
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Nad Al Sheba, DubaiArguably the world’s finest sports training centre with a huge variety of first-class training facilities, the twin Sporting Edge Ltd chambers provide the ultimate in both performance and size.
Reach Out To Us For Details On Our Environmental Chambers. Email Us at info@sportingedgeuk.com.