Aerotek Urges Confined Space Ventilation Upgrades Amid Rising Safety Risks

Aerotek reports increased demand for confined space hvac systems as industrial sites seek improved worker safety and compliance.
- (1888PressRelease) April 17, 2025 - Poor air quality in confined industrial spaces remains one of the most persistent hazards facing workers in heavy industries, according to Aerotek Equipment Supply Inc. The company is urging facility operators to reassess their confined space ventilation strategies as safety requirements tighten across North America.
“A surprising number of sites are still relying on makeshift or outdated ventilation systems in high-risk environments,” says Tyler Walsh, Technical Advisor at Aerotek. “We’re seeing increased demand from companies who recognize the liability — and want a real solution before something goes wrong.”
Aerotek has more than three decades of experience designing and supplying custom HVAC systems for hazardous, enclosed, and hard-to-access spaces. Their systems are used across oil and gas, utilities, pulp and paper, mining, and municipal sectors — industries where worker exposure to fumes, lack of airflow, or volatile gases can have serious consequences.
The company’s confined space ventilation solutions include portable fan units, explosion-proof options, and ducted systems designed for temporary or permanent deployment in tanks, silos, tunnels, and other restricted-access areas. All solutions are engineered for regulatory compliance, high airflow efficiency, and real-world durability.
“Ventilation in a confined space isn’t just about moving air,” Walsh says. “It’s about protecting your crew, meeting inspection standards, and making sure every worker makes it home.”
###
space
space