Panasonic Jet Air Stream Keeps AirHop Gloucester Cool in Heatwave Launch
Posted by: electime 1st October 2025
When AirHop, part of the Activeon Group, prepared to open its latest indoor adventure and trampoline park in Gloucester this summer, climate control was high on the priority list. The new 25,000 sq. ft venue, a high-ceilinged warehouse, required a reliable, energy-efficient system to maintain visitor comfort year-round without inflating operating costs.
The solution came in the form of seven Panasonic Jet Air Stream 25kW units, supplied and installed by Aura Air Conditioning, a trusted Panasonic Pro Partner.
Jet Air Stream Smart models ensure optimal comfort by preventing heat loss. Nozzle movements adapt dynamically to incoming air temperature, preventing stratification and maintaining an ideal temperature exclusively in the occupied area.
AirHop Gloucester’s grand opening on 11 July 2025 coincided with a 33°C heatwave, providing a real-world performance test for the new system from day one.
Dylan Southern, Projects Manager at AirHop, said: “The units were really put to the test during our opening week in the extreme heat. We were impressed with their performance and the comfortable environment they maintained for visitors.”
For Aura Air Conditioning, the choice was clear. The Panasonic Jet Air Stream indoor units offer high air distribution for large spaces such as sports halls, warehouses and industrial commercial spaces. Its smart jet self-directing nozzles offer ideal temperature control and maintenance to the specified area. The units are customisable, coming in three variations and two capacities (14 and 25 kW), with the ability to be linked to an overarching BMS system. They provide an appropriate energy-saving solution, with a long maximum air throw distance of 30m and high air volume up to 5.000m³/h.
The system’s sleek, unobtrusive design ensured it complemented AirHop’s interior without compromising performance.
Although installation required scaffold towers to reach the mounting points, the project ran smoothly and was completed on schedule. Lee Brownlie, from Aura Air Conditioning, commented “The Panasonic units met the brief perfectly, energy-efficient, cost-effective, and fast cooling. Panasonic’s customer service was outstanding throughout the project, particularly from Ross Gerrard, our Panasonic Account Manager. We plan on placing more orders to install at AirHop’s upcoming Tunbridge Wells and Nottingham sites.”
For Nottingham’s larger venue, Aura will also plan on installing Panasonic VRF split systems for the dining area, providing a complete climate control solution.
Cooling is just part of the equation for AirHop. “Keeping customers cool in summer is just as important as keeping them warm in winter,” Dylan explained. “Families came in during the hot weather to cool down, knowing our indoor activities aren’t affected by the weather outside.”
As a Panasonic Pro Partner, Aura Air Conditioning offers clients an extended seven-year warranty on all Panasonic units, reinforcing customer confidence and ensuring long-term value.
With performance proven in challenging conditions, the Panasonic Jet Air Stream is fast becoming the preferred choice for large leisure and industrial spaces across the UK.
Watch the video on Panasonic Heating & Cooling’s YouTube channel here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG7PgTEvDkI.
For more information on Panasonic’s wide range of heating and cooling products please visit https://www.aircon.Panasonic.eu or visit, https://www.aura-ac.co.uk/. Find your local AirHop here https://www.airhop.co.uk/.
