Do you plan to construct a new building for your business, or are you working on a renovation to improve your current offices’ functionality? As the business world changes, so does the environment needed in order for your employees to maintain high productivity. Clean air and an efficient method of regulating temperature throughout several rooms at once is critical, and if you are in charge of your company’s power plant you no doubt have looked into various solutions. Commercial HVAC care plays a crucial role in your company’s success – be it retail, corporate, or medical – an a unitary system can help.
What is a Unitary System?
As the name implies, this type of air system combines the functionality of heating and cooling and ventilation. The unitary system is a common one for commercial HVAC and is used in schools and retail spaces. One advantage to the unitary HVAC system is that it is cost effective and simple to install and maintain. Your commercial contractor can set up the system for you and, where applicable, train your staff to troubleshoot minor problems.
Other features one may expect from a customized unitary system include:
Integrated controls for better air quality
Ability to manage various air temperatures throughout your property
Eco-friendly system for reducing your carbon footprint
Types of Unitary HVAC Systems
Because heating and air systems are largely customized to meet a company’s needs, this system is typically available in different styles. You will want to contact a commercial provider to learn more about the following:
1) Self-Contained Units – Sometimes known as a direct-expansion (DX) system, the self-contained unit sets the evaporator in direct contact with the flow of air. This allows the cooling coil of the airside loop to act as an evaporator. Components of this type of system are usually packaged together and priced affordably, and also allow for simple tracking of energy use.
2) Split Systems – This system is known as a split because the unit has parts set for indoor and outdoor installation. The units are connected through tubing, and together the parts works to maintain high air quality throughout the property.
Which One Do You Need?
The question of the type of HVAC system that works best for your business can be answered by the commercial HVAC contractor you hire. The answer largely depends upon your heating and cooling needs – do you have a single building or several, and how are your buildings compartmentalized? Whatever your needs, however, a unitary system just may be the key clean air and a healthy environment in the workplace.