Demystifying Air Handling Units (AHU): A Simplified Guide

Sakshi — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:11:38 +0000

Whether you’re a building manager, an HVAC enthusiast, or simply curious about how indoor environments are kept so comfortable, this post is for you.

What’s an AHU, Anyway?

Imagine a giant box that acts as the lungs for a building, breathing in outdoor air, treating it, and then circulating it throughout the interior spaces. That, in a nutshell, is an AHU. It’s a cornerstone of modern HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, ensuring that occupants enjoy fresh, clean, and comfortable air.

Core Components:

Air Intake: This section pulls in outdoor air and begins the purification process.
Heating/Cooling: Here, air is adjusted to the right temperature to keep indoor spaces comfortable.
Mixing: Conditioned air is mixed with some of the indoor air to achieve ideal temperature and humidity levels.
Filtration: Filters catch and remove impurities from the air, enhancing its quality.
Fan: Fans propel the conditioned air through ducts, ensuring it reaches all parts of the building.
Control: The brain of the unit, this section oversees all operations, making real-time adjustments for efficiency and comfort.

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Key Functions:

Supply a steady flow of fresh air
Temperature regulation
Improve indoor air quality
Increase energy efficiency of your system

Understanding AHUs is key to ensuring they work efficiently, providing a comfortable, healthy, and energy-efficient indoor environment. Stay tuned for more insights on HVAC systems and how they contribute to better indoor living.

Written by: Sakshi Agarwal | March 20, 2024

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Upgrading Your Existing AHU: The EC+ Retrofit Solution

Sakshi — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 03:41:45 +0000

In response to rising energy costs and environmental concerns, the EC+ innovative solution offers significant energy savings by upgrading existing Air Handling Units (AHUs) with cutting-edge technology.

Key Benefits of EC+ Retrofit:

Energy Savings: Achieve up to 50% energy savings compared to traditional systems.
System Efficiency: EC+ boasts an impressive total system efficiency of up to 85%.
Fast Retrofit: Upgrading to EC+ solutions is quick, often completed in under 10 hours.

The Retrofit Process:

Site Study: Analyze existing HVAC installations to understand requirements.
Estimation: Receive a detailed estimation of potential savings and costs.
Proof of Concept: Verify feasibility through trial installations.
Site Upgrade: Implement the retrofit project based on successful trials.

With the EC+ concept, you can enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact with minimal disruption to operations.

Written by: Sakshi Agarwal | March 18, 2024

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