AIR HANDLING UNITS
Decarbonising with AHUs
Greg Cliff ord, sales engineer at AL-KO Airtech UK reveals how building managers can make a big diff erence on their HVAC system’s carbon footprint and therefore their bottom line by combining AL-KO Airtech AHUs with Trane heat pumps.
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L-KO Airtech is a new member of the Trane Technologies family and has brought with it over 50 years of experience in manufacturing bespoke air handling units (AHUs). AL-KO Airtech is a leading German manufacturer, built to the highest construction grades and hygiene standard and certifi ed according to Eurovent and EN1886. Now fully supported throughout the UK. At Trane Technologies we are committed to decarbonising
in order to strive for a more sustainable future for people and planet. With 40% of emissions coming from buildings heating and cooling systems, the approach to reduce this is multifaceted. Working together through our brands Trane and AL-KO Airtech, we are doing our part to Decarbonise AHUs, making systems more energy-effi cient and environmentally friendly. AHUs are integral components of HVAC systems,
responsible for regulating indoor air quality, temperature and humidity. Decarbonising AHUs involves adopting sustainable practices, technologies, and materials to minimise the environmental impact.
20 April 2024 •
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Let’s explore some actions building managers can take today to make a big diff erence on their HVAC system’s carbon footprint and therefore their bottom line: Renewable energy sources. Integrating solar or wind turbines would be a reasonably obvious starting point, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and lowering the overall carbon footprint, given the advancements in energy storage technologies, power can now be reliable and constant. Decentralisation of HVAC systems can be an additional
strategy to improve system level effi ciency. Rather than relying on a centralised heating or cooling plant, distributed AHUs placed strategically throughout a building can provide more localised and effi cient temperature control. This reduces the need for extensive ductwork and minimises energy losses associated with long-distance distribution. Improving the energy effi ciency of AHUs Is a key aspect of decarbonisation. Upgrading existing systems or incorporating new technologies, such as variable frequency drives (VFDs), fi lters and heat recovery devices can optimise energy consumption. VFDs allow for precise control of motor speeds, adjusting the
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