HVAC systems, or also called an air conditioning heat pump, increase the overall comfort of your staff. This system keeps your employees’ heads cool during the hot summer months, heats your rooms during the harsh winters and creates a healthy indoor environment. Thanks to regular and preventive maintenance, you minimize costs and ensure an optimal indoor climate at all times. And that’s where our techni masters come in! They share their tips and advice for smart management of your air conditioning system.
HVAC systems: environmentally friendly solution for cool or warm air
HVAC systems draw energy from the ground or outside air and combine electricity with a refrigerant to bring this energy to the right temperature. As a result, a heat pump causes no emissions of CO2 or other greenhouse gases. If you use renewable electricity, such as that from solar panels, then there are no emissions at all.
The importance of air filters and coolant
Dirty or clogged air filters impede airflow, which can cause the system to become overstressed. This, in turn, leads to higher energy bills and accelerated wear and tear. Properly working air filters remove dust, bacteria, mold and other unhealthy substances from the air, providing a benefit to your staff’s working comfort. Do you work in an environment with more dirt and dust than usual? Then keep in mind that your air filters will need to be replaced more often.
Another important part of the heat pump is the refrigerant. Propane is an excellent choice, is harmless to the ozone layer and very energy efficient. This means you will need less power to achieve the desired temperature.
Optimal settings for your HVAC systems
Before you install an HVAC system, it is important to know when it is best to use it and how. Set the maximum temperature to eight degrees below ambient temperature and avoid high utility costs over time.
The ideal room temperature in the office is around 21°C. If you want to save on your central heating in the winter, with the right settings, you can feel free to reheat. The system requires little energy and reheats your space in no time at all, which means lower costs than with an alternative heat source. And do you want to cool in the most economical way possible? Then don’t set your air conditioning system too low and keep the temperature constant.
Monitoring energy consumption
When buying and using a heat pump, it is essential to pay attention to the SCOP (Seasonal Coefficient Of Performance). This number indicates how efficiently the heat pump operates over an entire season. The higher the SCOP, the less electricity the heat pump uses. This results in lower energy costs and a smaller carbon footprint.
Today, each system also works with its own app or other tools exist to help you understand your consumption. Using programmable timers, which you still set yourself, prevents unnecessary energy consumption when no one is present on the floor.
Early detection of problems
Regular maintenance is essential to optimize the ventilation in your rooms and keep your HVAC system in top condition. Our specialists from Techni Masters also do everything necessary to detect potential problems or faults in the system.
