AirDoor was developed to solve a persistent challenge in commercial buildings: uncontrolled air movement at open entrances and the energy, comfort and operational issues that result. Traditional solutions often rely on heat or physical barriers, treating the symptoms rather than the cause.
Invented by Wirth Research, experts in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), AirDoor takes a fundamentally different approach, using aerodynamic principles and real-world data to actively control infiltration rather than react to it.
Today, AirDoor is manufactured and delivered by VES, a British family‑owned ventilation specialist with over 55 years of experience, enabling the technology to move from theory to reliable performance in real buildings.
A smarter approach to entrance control
AirDoor is a standalone, tailor-made solution that integrates seamlessly around most commercial doorways.
It’s a sensor‑controlled, intelligent airflow system that actively responds to changing conditions at the entrance.
By controlling air movement at the entrance, AirDoor limits unwanted outside air entering and helps maintain stable internal conditions.
CIBSE Building Performance Awards
Product or Innovation of the Year – Air Quality
H&V News Awards
Excellence in IEQ Award
The Energy Saving Awards
Ventilation Product of the Year
CIBSE Building Performance Awards
Product or Innovation of the Year – Thermal Comfort
H&V News Awards
Commercial HVAC Product of the Year – Ventilation
BESA Industry Awards
Product Innovation
CIBSE Building Performance Awards
Product or Innovation of the Year – Wellbeing
H&V News Awards
Net Zero Impact of the Year Award
Make UK Manufacturing Awards
Innovation – South Region
Every element of AirDoor is engineered with intention. From airflow modelling to sensor logic, precision underpins reliability, performance and trust. We give organisations the confidence to push towards ambitious net-zero targets.
Continually evolving, AirDoor challenges outdated systems and embraces better ways to control indoor environments – simpler, smarter, and more effective. We’re not afraid to rethink the “standard” to reimagine the future of entrances.
Energy performance isn’t an optional benefit. Sustainability guides how we design, test and refine every product so each new install moves a building closer to a low-carbon future. It’s the foundation of why we do what we do.
People are always the priority. Comfort and wellbeing shape how the technology was designed. Buildings should feel good to be in, for staff working long shifts and customers walking in from the street.
We design with innovation at our core and build with longevity in mind. AirDoor is built to stand up to modern standards and changing expectations. As buildings, climates and regulations evolve, so do we.
Our work supports better buildings and choices for the environment. We see sustainability as a responsibility we act on, not a slogan we talk about. Every project is an opportunity for impactful change.
AirDoor was developed by Wirth Research, global leaders in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with a background in high-performance motorsport aerodynamics.
They created the technology using aerodynamic principles and advanced airflow modelling, and this engineering-led approach underpins AirDoor’s performance in real buildings today.
AirDoor is built, delivered and installed by VES, a British family-owned manufacturer with over 55 years of commercial ventilation experience.
They commercialised the technology, refining it for compliant, cost-effective manufacture and consistent performance at scale across demanding real-world commercial applications.
AirDoor is proudly designed and manufactured in the UK, and is backed by BSI and ISO accreditations, reflecting a commitment to quality British craftsmanship.
Today, AirDoor continues to evolve through collaboration between Wirth Research and VES, supporting product development and expansion in the UK and beyond.
Sustainability & Impact
Supporting Net Zero
AirDoor helps customers reduce energy loss, heating demand and carbon emissions at building entrances, supporting their journey to net zero.
By doing this without using additional heating or cooling, it provides a more efficient, sustainable solution than traditional overdoor heaters.
Learn more about how AirDoor supports sustainability.
Sustainability & Impact
Responsible Operations
Through VES, AirDoor is supported by responsible manufacturing and operational practices focused on reducing environmental impact.
This includes 100% renewable electricity across all operational sites, zero waste to landfill, and investment in advanced manufacturing technologies that reduce material waste and improve efficiency.
Learn more about how VES operates responsibly.
Sustainability & Impact
Supporting People & Community
We support our people and the communities around us through local hiring, apprenticeships and partnerships with colleges.
Through initiatives such as National Manufacturing Day, local sponsorship and internal fundraising and donation drives, we promote careers in manufacturing and support the communities we operate in.
Will Peters
AirDoor Director
A third-generation member of the family behind VES, Will leads the strategic direction of AirDoor. He is responsible for shaping its growth, defining priorities and making key commercial decisions, ensuring AirDoor is positioned to scale and deliver long-term value.
Jimmy Mills
Head of AirDoor
With over 20 years of HVAC experience, Jimmy leads the day-to-day running of AirDoor, turning strategy into action. He is responsible for overall performance across operations, manufacturing, and installation, ensuring AirDoor delivers consistent results in real-world applications.
John O’Brien
AirDoor Business Development Manager
With over 15 years of commercial experience, John leads the development of AirDoor’s sales pipeline in the UK&I. He is responsible for identifying target markets, generating new business, and converting opportunities into projects, driving adoption of AirDoor across commercial applications.
Work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment where decisions are made efficiently and ideas are put into action.
Company pension with employer contributions and life assurance cover for added financial security.
Be part of a team delivering a growing product within an established, family-owned business with over 55 years of experience.
22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday and increases with length of service.
Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your role as AirDoor continues to expand across new markets and applications.
Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme and virtual GP service, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Contribute to a product that helps businesses reduce energy use, improve performance and operate more sustainably.
Company events including our summer birthday celebration, annual Christmas party and activities run by our social and charity committee.
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We’re always keen to hear from talented individuals. If you think you’d be a good fit for AirDoor, send us your CV with a short introduction outlining your experience and what you’re looking for.
We’ll be in touch if a suitable opportunity arises.
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