Prana

About Prana

Prana is a Ukrainian manufacturer specializing in decentralized and centralized mechanical ventilation systems with heat recuperation. The company was founded by Roman Kuzych and produced its first recuperator in 2007. Prana's core technology is a patented, high-efficiency copper heat exchanger, which enables its systems to retain up to 98% of thermal energy from the exhaust air, significantly reducing heating and cooling costs. This copper exchanger also provides natural antiseptic properties, inhibiting the growth of germs and bacteria. The company operates a full-cycle production model, including its own design department, climate laboratory, and 5,000 square meters of production facilities, ensuring quality control over its products. Prana serves a diverse clientele across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, including homes, offices, malls, and agricultural facilities. Its business model appears to be a combination of direct sales and distribution through a partner network that spans over 42 countries. The systems are designed for easy installation, often taking less than two hours without requiring major renovations. Prana offers a range of products, from compact residential units to high-capacity industrial systems. Key features include simultaneous air supply and extraction without mixing the airflows, low energy consumption (some units use as little as 3-30 watts), and smart controls via a remote or mobile application. Advanced models are equipped with sensors for humidity, CO2, and VOCs, allowing the system to operate in an automatic mode that adjusts airflow based on real-time indoor air quality. By 2022, the company had produced hundreds of thousands of units and received a climate innovation award from the United Nations for its contribution to energy conservation.