Older HVAC systems are becoming flat-out outpaced by newer models in comfort, energy use, and impact on health. Therefore, it’s well worth learning about emerging HVAC technologies, such as high-efficiency variable air volume (VAV) systems. Here are some benefits of advanced VAV systems.
Better Performance Than Traditional Systems
VAV systems change the quantity of air they supply to spaces to match the changes in loads. A high-efficiency VAV system performs significantly better than a traditional VAV system. That’s because it integrates the best practices of zone optimization, outdoor-air-based free cooling, rightsizing, and cleaning of coils using ultraviolet germicidal lights. It also minimizes system leakage and static pressure-drop.
A high-efficiency system incorporates heating, cooling, and outdoor-air ventilation in a single duct delivery system. As a result, its initial costs are usually lower than those of other systems like ductless units.
Either a packaged VAV rooftop unit with a high-efficiency gas furnace or a chiller/boiler combination provides heating and cooling for a high-efficiency VAV system. Most of its components have AMCA (American Movement and Control Association International) certification, which shows that the parts function as rated when installed correctly.
Multiple Small Zones
A high-efficiency VAV system has multiple temperature control zones within a building. These help the system provide comfort satisfaction for different occupants. They also prevent the energy waste that comes with overheating or overcooling. Other features like fans equipped with a VSD (variable speed drive), free cooling, and sophisticated control technologies also reduce the energy use of high-efficiency VAV systems.
Improved Indoor Air Quality
Besides energy efficiency, the system provides clean, healthy air. It uses filters with a MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) rating of 13 or higher. What’s more, it features ultraviolet surface cleaning.
As you can see, a high-efficiency VAV system optimizes energy savings as well as comfort and air quality, thus living up to its name. If you’d like to know more on VAV systems, please contact Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning. Our HVAC services help Lorain residents maintain a comfortable environment in their homes and places of work.
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