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or the past 12 months, GineersNow editorial team were able to published thought provoking articles pertaining to the HVACR industry. From HVACR home automation to the most efficient air conditioning, we have written articles that everyone enjoyed reading. On behalf of the GineersNow news team, GineersNow TV crew, GineersNow events management and GineersNow digital, we would like to thank you for making us the number one online platform for engineering community, industrial companies and technology enthusiast in Asia-Pacific. Here are the best stories that went viral in the past 12 months.
January 2019 HVACR Trends, Analysis and Forecast Today, we can no longer deny the use of Wi-Fi and surely in 2019, HVAC will get into this. The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) will also play a huge role in making HVACR systems smarter and more efficient.
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The Best of 2019 HVACR HVAC is no longer a luxury but a basic need, especially when climate change increases the temperature in Middle East and Asia-Pacific, year-on-year. The International Energy Agency has released a new study that shows the fast increase of air conditioning systems around the globe. The study noted that around 1.6 billion buildings come equipped with air conditioning units. That number is expected to be 5.6 billion by 2050. That “amounts to 10 new ACs sold every second for the next 30 years,” the IEA report noted.
March HVAC Trends: From Asia Pacific to the Middle East The use of smart devices also became a trend, not just in monitoring their business data, but also in controlling HVAC systems in residential and non-residential units. With one focal control point, smart phone apps can be used to
control ventilation, lighting, and many others. On the other hand, digital marketing and data-mining through IoT (Internet of Things) are both necessary to reach more costumers and to get real-time data.
April HVAC Mobile Apps: Making the Industry More Efficient The article provides you with 10 mobile applications for the HVACR industry, whether for those studying to become technicians, those already in the industry, and those who own an HVACR company. Each app’s feature is discussed and it is mentioned if these are available for Android or iOS users. The cost of using them is also provided.
May HVACR Efficiency Secrets Revealed
There are several ways of achieving a higher HVACR efficiency and some of them are already a trend in the industry. While most private businesses are adopting smart devices for security, automation in the home is also becoming a thing. With smart devices monitoring the HVAC systems, homeowners are more confident that they are saving energy even without having to actually supervise said system themselves. They have more power over their appliances and can even control them remotely. Talk about saving money on the go.
June Six Ways Today’s Air-Conditioners Are Becoming Cooler and Cooler These more advanced air-conditioners improving the lives of people are airconditioners capable of detecting motion, saving time and energy by activating only when people are moving underneath it; air-conditioners that tap into the power of the sun and the earth; airconditioners that freeze water and cool facilities with the cold air from actual ice; ventilation systems that record data at home, which consists of home temperature, air pressure, time spent open, among other factors; the growing possibility of printable A/C units, such that air-conditioning may be made even more accessible to the masses; and the introduction of smart airconditioners which can be controlled via mobile phones
and apps, which allow remote activation, scheduling, and more fluid air control.
July Healthcare HVAC System: Hospitals, Laboratories and Clinics According to research, the ratio of one in 25 patients will suffer at least one infection acquired in the healthcare environment. Due to this, hospitals are encouraged to fit in the most specialized and innovative HVAC system to reduce the prevalence of particulate matter in the care environment. This supports the ongoing, multi-faceted efforts of medical personnel to prevent infections.
August Building Automation Trends for HVAC Professionals A handful of bright minds had begun to involve the industry in this development. There are already a few surfacing ideas that have proven to be long-term solutions to the industry’s age-old problems. Building automation for HVAC is starting to actualize the concepts of machine learning, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, and even Cloud Computing into their own systems, eventually building the foundation of smart cities and maybe even smart countries.
Researchers consider both indoor and outdoor environment in terms of HVAC operations. They want to make sure that the people and the environment are safe from harmful chemicals. As a result of their studies, guidelines for zero energy buildings are being created.
October The HVAC Digital Transformation Overall, Building Automation System manages the day-to-day performance of the building, adding value to the building and increasing energy efficiency for the organization. The BAS is considered the heart of the building, and it is safe to say that the HVACR industry is done with the old-school system and is now following the trend of the automation technology.
November HVAC Security Online Threats and How To Mitigate To help eliminate the risk, plan your HVACR security even before the installation of the third-party HVACR. Restrict access to virtually anywhere possible. Train internal support groups to manage the HVACR, thus limiting outsiders in your network.
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hey say that water is the lifeblood of all things. It’s necessary for healthy living and a happy mood. However, the ironic thing is, a lot of people in urban areas in the Philippines just don’t drink enough. For some reason, office workers and frequent over-timers aren’t hydrated enough. It may be the stresses of the corporate life, the stigma that the only beverages one needs in this day and age are coffee and alcohol, or the inadequacy of the current water dispenser in the office. TOSOT may not have a solution to change the working or drinking behaviors of people, it does have one of the best solutions for the third reason: the TOSOT Water Dispenser.
office water dispenser and, while filling their tumbler, thinks about how they can have better quality drinking water—it’s simply an uncommon thought but one that is definitely worth thinking about. Like all things, problems appear when one looks closely and takes in the daily routines of getting water.
Its two types, the Bottom Load Water Dispenser and Table Top Water Dispenser, are kitted with a wide array of features aimed to appease the thirstiest of people.
Luckily, the TOSOT Water Dispenser promises no more lifting and no more back pain when loading a water container. With a 304 stainless water tank, the TOSOT Water Dispenser is a beautifully crafted endorser of ease of use. The bottom loading water dispenser is personally tailor fit for hassle-free wa-
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One such hassle of the everyday drinking water dilemma is the awkwardness of being the person who has to replace the gallon-large bottles of water. For those who actively avoid the gym, this task is counterintuitive—you have to lift and break a sweat to get a cold refreshing drink.
ter container loading, giving even the most averse to the weight rack an easier time with quenching their thirst. All they really need to do is push the large bottle in and you’re good to go! Also, unlike run-of-the-mill water dispensers found in most buildings, the TOSOT Water Dispenser also offers three faucets that pour water with different temperatures: hot, cold, and lukewarm. This eliminates the second type of water-related hassles, which is becoming a chemist as you frantically mix hot and cold together to get your perfect warm water mixture. As a bonus, the TOSOT Water Dispensers also have a certain sleekness to their design. While most people imagine a white, plastic contraption supporting a large, awkward cylinder of water, these dispensers sport a cleaner, sleeker metallic look that fits like a glove to most minimalistic and modernized office and workspaces right now. Common finishes include black, silver, and stainless steel. They are also the perfect size and are able to fit smoothly anywhere. If you’re concerned about where you would place the TOSOT Water Dispenser, then know that both variants have their rightful places anywhere. TOSOT’s bottom loading water dispenser is sleek and flat, and placing this water dispenser in any corner is like fitting the last little piece in the last space of the magnificent corporate puzzle. For a more personalized setup, TOSOT’s table top water dispenser is the perfect low key water dispenser that does not infringe upon the overall theme of the workplace. Lastly, the TOSOT two Water Dispenser variants dispense only clean, high quality water. It’s a simple detail most would overlook, but different water dispensers dispense water that “tastes” different, if only a tad bit. The various tastes are nuanced but ultimately speak a reality about the water dispensers: that both the brand and the model matter. With TOSOT’s two water dispensers, water is purified, cooled to perfection, and comes out looking like liquid diamond. The taste is subtle and perfect for thirsty throats and hits the mark of refreshing all those who need a healthy drink every now and then. So, whether you’re working in a humble start-up
or have cemented yourself in one of the biggest agencies and companies in the Philippines, you and everyone else requires the water of TOSOT’s two types of water dispensers to kit the office pantry, hallways, executive rooms, meeting rooms, and other such places. Because as they say, staying hydrated is good for the mind, body, and soul, and with the TOSOT Water Dispensers just right around the corner, you can constantly and easily stay refreshed, hydrated, and focused as you burn the midnight oil. 11
How to Find The Magic of Industry 4.0 I believe that when it comes to industry 4.0, the true potential of your enterprise is not in what it does, but what it can do. The potential of your team is not what they can do today, but what they could do in the future. The opportunity doesn’t lie in what we know, it’s in what we don’t know yet. The rate of change in the modern world is staggering and it shows no sign of slowing down – in fact, it is speeding up. Industry 4.0 is both an example of this, and a result of it. Digital transformation is at the heart of fundamental societal changes that are emerging. In the region that I lead for Rockwell Automation – specifically the Middle East, Turkey and sub-Saharan Africa – there are huge changes in progress. Let’s start with the Middle East. It’s an area that is no stranger to change, with great cities having risen from the deserts – as well as great economies. And the industrial change in the area now is one of rapid diversification as whole new industries are envisioned at national levels and realized at break-neck speeds. Turkey, the ancient empire(s), bridging Europe with Asia, bridging tradition with future, bringing cultures together, is another market with enormous potential and possibilities for growth, always in a cycle of changes and reinventing itself. 12
The continent where everything started for humanity is set to reassert its position in our future. In sub-Saharan Africa, the population is projected to double by 2050. In fact, in the next 30 years the world’s population is set to grow by an incredible 2bn – an increase of more than 25% - and a large portion of that growth will be in sub-Saharan Africa. This exponential population growth comes at a time when the largest demographic for this region will be of working age – a fact that points to the potential for huge economic growth. Growth, incidentally, that will be championed by the digital generation. The opportunities for industrial enterprises in these regions are evident. There is no doubt that the enterprises meeting the needs of the new markets by leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies and strategies are the ones that will succeed. For most enterprises though, leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies requires strong change management capacity. It requires learning new skills rapidly, investing in the workforce, investing in new approaches, systems and technologies. It requires embracing disruptive technologies – and often it will entail being a positive disruptor.
Finding the Magic We’ve probably all seen the diagram of two circles that don’t overlap, where one is labelled “your comfort zone” and the other is labelled “where the magic happens.” It’s one of those that you look at and instantly recognize the truth of – and perhaps with a tiny sinking feeling as you realize that maybe, you should get out of your comfort zone a little more. The implicit message of that diagram is that “magic” requires change. It is something I believe very strongly, and I’m inspired by the words of Walt Disney (who knew more than most about magic): “If you can visualize it, if you can dream it, there’s some way to do it.” I can’t think of a better message for industrial enterprise leaders in this era of change. We stand with the makers, the doers, the builders; the innovators. Our most successful customers in adopting industry 4.0 approaches have taken the step of visualizing. They have dreamed of what could be done. By coupling this human ingenuity and innovation with the power of machines and Rockwell Automation solutions – we always find a way to do it. That’s where the magic of Industry 4.0 happens. Take a look just outside your comfort zone, the benefits are close at hand, but industry leaders must embrace change to find them. If you can visualize a bright future for your enterprise, come and talk to us, and we’ll help you connect the imagination and ingenuity of your people with the intelligence of machines to make it happen. About Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and information, makes its customers more productive and the world more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., Rockwell Automation employs approximately 23,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries.
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11 Must Have Products In Your Jobsite A complete job site is a safe job site. It’s how you want things to be, especially for your hardworking men. The work area, like any other office, should have the complete tools to be efficient and time-bound. In other words, these are the necessary tools to have if you want your construction job to be smooth sailing. Here are some of the products you should have at hand in your construction site:
1. WELDING SOLUTIONS The welding equipment is the first thing every job site should take into account. And the best welding solutions come from Lincoln Electric. Their welding machines are extremely versatile and capable of both small home projects and big commercial demands. It works smoothly in soldering various types of metals and has a long lifespan. It is easy to use and has low electric consumption.
2. THREADING & PIPE FABRICATION SOLUTIONS The right product applications of threading and pipe fabrication machines are important for any job site. You wouldn’t want your building to have faulty meager threaded pipes for ventilation. It’ll take a lot more time, money, and resources to redo. When handling pipelines, it’s better to get it right the first time around and trust in the reliable threading and pipe fabrication solutions from RIDGID ®. They have threading and pipe fabrication machines that produce highquality threads and long-lasting pipe dies.
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3. DIAGNOSTICS, INSPECTION & LOCATING SOLUTIONS A construction site needs more than the human eye to determine if the job is done right. We need machines to let the engineers know the blind and weak spots of the job site. Luckily, we’ve got RIDGID ® who produces superb diagnostics, inspection, and locating solutions. Their machines set the standard in durability to finish the job. Their powerhouse diagnostics equipment includes the RIDGID SeeSnake® video inspection systems, the NaviTrack Scout®, RIDGID hand-held inspection cameras, and the RIDGID handheld diagnostic equipment. With these tools at hand, your mind can be put at ease that you haven’t overlooked any important construction details.
4. DRAIN CLEANING Drain cleaning is one of the lesser joys in erecting a building. However, the strenuous task shouldn’t be taken lightly because it’s the plumbing your building will have for a long time. You wouldn’t want your credibility ruined just because the drains are clogged or dirty. With RIDGID’s ® Drain cleaning machine, cleaning drains are easy and long-lasting. Plus, the new RIDGID® FlexShaft™ drain cleaning machines are lightweight, so they’re easy to lug around the Jobsite without requiring extra manpower and effort.
5. POWERTOOLS Of course, no job site is complete without power tools. Your workers need superior strength when drilling through walls, setting a foundation, and more. It’s the heavy-duty equipment every job site needs. And the most premium power grade tools produced only by Dewalt, Bosch, and Stanley. These brands focus on giving your men the power they need in building houses or skyscrapers.
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9. DOOR HARDWARE SOLUTIONS
Another must-have product every job site needs are mechanical tooling kits and ancillaries. There are plenty of brands in the market but only a few stood out when tested and proven: Proto, Facom, Stanley, and Tactix mechanical tools.
Doors are essential parts of any infrastructure, residential or commercial. So if you’re in a job site, the right door hardware solutions should be kept in your inventory.
They’ve created remarkable products such as the PROTO® Tether- ready tools, lanyards and attachment points with retrofitting capabilities. The complete and cost-efficient Facom® CM.160A 527Pc Mechanical Tool Set. The perfect basic tools every job site needs.
Baldwin, Domakaba, and Yale are well-known choices for door hardware. They offer great varieties of styles, affordable hardware, and even manufactures customized door materials. Chubbsafes is an exceptional safety vault for your valuable items at any given jobsite.
10. PLUMBING SOLUTIONS
The STANLEY® 28 in. FATMAX® Structural Foam Toolbox which can handle medium to large mechanical tools made from durable thermoplastic resin.
Plumbing is an important matter for every job site. Without proper plumbing, your building is in danger of flooding or water damage. That’s an even bigger issue for the future.
And lastly, the Tactix® power tool accessories, which have a longer than usual lifespan from most power tool accessories.
Get it right today with Dyson or Delta plumbing solutions. They provide high-grade piping systems and materials for both buildings and houses. They last longer and offer the more cost-efficient prices compared to other products in the market.
7. LIGHTING SOLUTIONS No job site is complete without lighting solutions. If not, it can pose hazardous threats for you and your workers. We’re talking about men working through the day and the dark of night, so the lighting equipment you should have in your arsenal has excellent quality. Pelican® is now offering the 9490 Remote Area Lighting System (RALS), which is a mobile lighting solution you can whip out any time you want. It has over 6000 lumens and 3 preset light levels. The perfect lighting for construction in dark areas.
8. MATERIAL HANDLING SOLUTIONS Another product every construction site need is a storage space for their materials and tools. Proper storage is vital in any job site, especially when taking tools into account. You wouldn’t want any important equipment to go amiss when you need it the most. For great storage solutions, trust in Storageworks, Durham, Stanley, or Toh. These four brands manufacture great material handling solutions. All of them highly durable with a flexible price range for any budget. 16
11. CLEANING SOLUTIONS Cleaning time is the signal your job is near its end. Finish your new infrastructure with the best cleaning solutions out there from RIDGID ®, Nilfisk, or Viper. They can scrub your job site clean and ready for its occupants. Especially Nilfisk ® which is an established leader in cleaning technology. They offer a wide range of industrial vacuums, sweepers, and scrubbers in the market today. So remember, before starting work at your job site, tick off every single product we mentioned above for a better construction job. It’ll save you both time and effort in the long haul. Apart from efficiency, having all these products also promote the well-being of your workers. Where to Buy? Co Ban Kiat Hardware Inc. is the largest authorized distributor of the best industrial hardware solution brands in the Philippines.
Edsa Corner Shaw Boulevard Mandaluyong City, Philippines Phone +632 6364895 Phone +632 6364896 About CBK Hardware For almost a hundred years, a family’s surname has become synonymous to the country’s biggest hardware supply company. Co Ban Kiat Hardware Incorporated, of the Cobankiat family has a regular client network of more than 1,500 industrial organizations; 1,600 traditional community hardware stores, and 584 home building specialty chain of stores across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. This ever-growing conglomerate traces its humble roots to Manila Chinatown, as a pioneer enterprise started by family’s patriarch, Mr. Cobankiat in 1920. Despite the ruins of World War II, the business goes back to its feet in 1948, rebuilding a storefront from the very same spot where it was known for three decades. This ever-growing conglomerate traces its humble roots to Manila Chinatown, as a pioneer enterprise started by family’s patriarch, Mr. Cobankiat in 1920. Despite the ruins of World War II, the business goes back to its feet in 1948, rebuilding a storefront from the very same spot where it was known for three decades. While the Filipinos continue to rebuild their lives post war, CBK Hardware sees the opportunity to introduce the retail concept once unheard for in hardware industry. The Hardware Workshop Store is the fruit if this endeavor. CBK Hardware further cemented its legendary distribution channel with the creation of Coby’ Design Center in Edsa Shangi La in 1996, a specialty store that caters to discriminating taste of modern Filipinos.
To shop online, visit https://www.cbkhardware.com/ Co Ban Kiat Hardware, Inc. Ground Floor Cobankiat Building II 231 Juan Luna St. Binondo Manila, Philippines. Phone +632 2476557 Phone +632 2432734 Coby’s Designer Center Unit 467 level 4 Shangri-La Plaza
In 1997, Mr. Johnny Cobankiat, the 4th generation Cobankiat leader, set another milestone for the company when he brings a franchise of Ace Hardware USA to the Philippines, and signs up CBK Hardware as one of its major suppliers. This further expanded into delivering quality world class products nearer to families of Filipino overseas workers in the countryside. A century’s excellence can quickly pass, and guided by the vision to be the largest network supplier of the biggest global brands in the hardware industry, CBK Hardware resolve to source the best products to supply its customers anytime and every time. 17
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Innovation is the new inevitable. Looking back, no one from ten years ago may have anticipated how the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Industry would have turned out. From the industry’s renewed operating systems, best practices on products to marketing and distribution, HVAC has unbelievably undergone metamorphosis and unleashed to the world a totally different face with the help of innovation.
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In strong affirmation, experts confirmed that the first quarter of 2018 is the peak of industrial production. Hence, you might be wondering what else is there to look forward to? As everybody looks at 2019 with sheer anticipation, dare to find out trends that will once again change the shape of the HVACR industry.
In strong affirmation, experts confirmed that the first quarter of 2018 is the peak of industrial production.
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This is for a fact, consumers before they buy air conditioners, they first ask a friend on how’s the performance of the air conditioner he/she bought the last time. Today, consumers before buying a brand would look on reviews and views it gets online. HVAC industry will soon follow this path so make sure you put your best foot forward in this.
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Steps taken by companies towards eco-friendly HVAC units were seen notable. This year, a lot of expectations to the massive and better production of new and energy efficient units will continue. Eco-friendly HVAC units of 2019 are expected to perform better and last longer than the old models in terms of mechanical components.
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For example, The Danfoss Turbocor TTH/TGR High Lift Compressor was featured and hailed as a “green building” winner at an AHR Exposition in Chicago. It is designed for high lift application including air cooled chillers and heat recovery. Their unit was totally oil-free and can do better performance at a given speed operation. Another feature of this is that the low vibration and low maintenance adjuster were able to reduce its carbon footprint emission.
More products are now transforming into energy efficiency and as the new saying goes, “The greener, the better.” Another thing is the AirDisc air conditioners—an invention of a 19-year old Filipina student which basically used a disc-shaped compressor that works without refrigerant which resulted to lower power consumption. The prototype unit manufactured was able to derive 150 watts with just 0.5
More products are now transforming into energy efficiency and as the new saying goes, “The greener, the better.”
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horsepower unit. Unlike the current air conditioning systems which use rotary compressors and harmful hydrofluorocarbons, AirDisc air conditioners are totally eco-friendly. It makes use of a centrifugal compressor in the middle which controls concentric air tanks with air inlets. These air inlets were able to continuously grab air molecules from a room for compression. These are some from many other products to come this 2019 as HVAC companies gear towards green.
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Internet of Things (IoT) is the system of smart devices interconnected through the power of the Internet. All throughout an operation, you will be able to fully control the system with just a click away. Its sensors can help you track a unit’s condition and other data useful to enhance the product’s design. Today, we can no longer deny the use of Wi-Fi and surely in 2019, HVAC will take full control of this technology to good use. As a matter of fact, Emerson Climate Technologies predicts that by 2019, 75 percent of thermostats will be Wi-Fi enabled.
production will be that accessible and easy. More than, communicating back and forth with your HVAC equipment, dynamically adjusting temperature as what is needed will be fast and reliable. On the other hand, never an IoT without small data that helps in improving and monitoring product performance. Through the use of a central system data, the office will be able to gain full accessibility with most of its field service applications are built cloud-based and can be used on laptop and smartphones.
In the HVAC systems, it will usually take hold of smart thermostats and sensors monitoring environmental changes. This will be a great way so control panels in rooms and even in
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Nearly Zero Energy Buildings In an interview, ASHRAE’s President Bjarne W. Olesen said that sustainability is a major goal for the decades to come, and that it is achievable.
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“We expect NZEBs (Nearly Zero Energy Buildings) by 2030. That goal is within reach,” he revealed. “But it will take a concentrated effort by partners representing every sector of our broad, global industry.
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“Europe appears to have embraced the vision earlier and has a head start on making that vision a reality. Energy costs in Europe are much higher than in the United States, which created an economic driver for their success, a success that needs to be applauded. Asia is moving rapidly towards an NZEB future, but probably has the most ground to cover for a variety of reasons. A compelling argument can be made that our significant successes over the past nine years shows conclusively that we are on the right path and that the goal of an NZEB future is attainable,� he added.
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Renewables and Technology Olesen relies on the growing trend of technology and renewables in his confidence about HVAC’s future. There is already an energy management tool called Building Energy Quotient (Building EQ) which helps in evaluating the energy use of a building, on top
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Moreover, ASHRAE is willing to provide its members the needed information to meet the necessary goal. After all, it is the robust research program that sets ASHRAE apart from other professional societies and organizations “As a global society with members all over the world, we can provide and disseminate knowledge from one part of the world to be used the world over. “The HVAC industry has an opportunity to serve as a catalyst to building owners and designers, encouraging the achievement of sustainability goals. An ASHRAE-certified building provides builders credible, reputable recognition in the marketplace,” Olesen shared.
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he American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) was formed in 1959 with a goal: to advance heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems design and construction. Today, the
organization is still as focused in such goal but nonetheless a lot empowered with more than 56,000 members in over 132 countries. It stays true to its motto: “Shaping tomorrow’s built environment today.”
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ccording to the IEA’s executive director, Fatih Birol, “Growing electricity demand for air conditioning is one of the most critical blind spots in today’s energy debate. With rising incomes, air conditioner ownership will skyrocket, especially in the emerging world. While this will bring extra com-
fort and improve daily lives, it is essential that efficiency performance for ACs be prioritized. Standards for the bulk of these new ACs are much lower than where they should be.”
“Shaping tomorrow’s built environment today.”
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The need for air conditioning will increase as well for more people to stay comfortable.
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Air conditioning in India constitutes to around 10 percent of India’s entire electricity usage.
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air conditioning units that uses less electricity to operate. Their study noted that the air conditioning units that are sold in Europe and Japan are often 25 percent more efficient that units that are sold throughout the United States and China. The study also warned that “large investments in new power plants to meet peak power demand at night” are needed. “Setting higher efficiency standards for cooling is one of the easiest steps governments can take to reduce the need for new power plants, and allow them at the same time to cut emissions and reduce costs,” Birol said. -end-
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Here are the new trends to watch out for in HVAC. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technology, which aims to cater environmental comfort both for indoor and vehicular use, has evolved all through the years. These changes are due to the varying trends in technology and the demands
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of the customers. As diverse HVAC needs arise, we saw emerging new trends and practices geared to improve the industry. During the International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) 2018
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in Chicago, Ill. , the American Society of Heating Refrigerating and AirConditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) revealed that boosting HVAC energyefficiency is the prime focus of the industry in the future.
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But that’s not all. There are also other trends that are expected to emerge including the integration of technology and the potential effect of construction in the industry.
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Digital Technology & Data Mining
The involvement of technology is one trend dominating the narrative for HVAC industry. Most HVAC businesses will automate sales and services resulting in lower cost and competitive pricing. The traditional way of working with pen and paper is now replaced with a much quicker and more efficient method using computers and software. Everything boils down to creating a remarkable service experience for customers.
Going wireless in this age is an apparent trend. No wonder why most industries are now utilizing mobile devices for quicker transactions and easier transfer of data. Building managers can now use smartphone apps to control lighting, ventilation, and other processes simply with the click of a button. Smart devices foster improved measurements of data, paving the way for more efficient HVAC systems. Mobile solutions will continue
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to rise as more customers use mobile devices. HVAC businesses also need to consider digital marketing which is the most effective way to reach more potential customers. This involves the use of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) to rank better on Google, software and other online tools. Most customers will check online reviews before deciding to avail of a company’s services.
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Data mining through the Internet of Things (IoT) sensors will also be a huge trend leading to a faster, more accurate and real-time transfer of data using cloud-based technology. Real-time data and metrics, which can be accessed via internet or Wi-Fi, are now very imperative to HVAC businesses.
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Eco-friendly Innovations for Green Building More and more people are getting conscious of the possible impact of their everyday activities on the environment. With this, more eco-friendly trends arise even in the field of construction and HVAC. Since sustainable buildings cost lesser to maintain, an increasing number of people prefers green building and architecture for both residential and commercial
buildings. Some innovative HVAC solutions that are ecofriendly include the use of variable refrigerant flow, LED lighting, and solar power. It is also expected that more energy efficient products which will perform better mechanically will be released in the near future, especially that customers are in the lookout for them.
Efficiency and reduced environmental impact are the focus of these new products. The upcoming new technologies will help prevent heat loss, co-opt renewable energy sources, reclaim dissipated heat, and others. Once out in the market, these new technologies will aid with indoor air quality and building automation control.
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Construction Industry’s Effect on HVAC Whether we like it or not, construction and HVAC will always go together. With more new buildings being constructed, there will also be an increase in HVAC unit installations. This is true for both residential and commercial buildings.
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Data shows that in 2014, there is a 4.2% rise in nonresidential construction project. This increased to 7% in the year 2016. There is also an increase in the need of HVAC installations for lodging construction projects (11.3%), office (14.7%) and commer-
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added market for maintenance and repair. Although the maintenance sector will continue to get more customers, there could be a plummeting number of new installations unless some units need total replacement.
Adapting to Trends
The changing trends in the HVAC industry are not merely focused on releasing new units that vary on looks and minute features. Instead, it is geared toward automating HVAC systems that will benefit the users and will have a lesser environmental impact. Aside from improved products, HVAC companies also reform
their existing processes for better customer service and enhanced efficiency. Although the industry experienced a recession in late 2007, there is a positive light as its demand grows year after year. This signifies a bright future for the HVAC industry. -end-
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started to become popular in 2009, it is undeniable that they have helped make life easier in ways we did not even imagine. Today, transferring and depositing money can be done with a few clicks. Pedom-
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eter is no longer need to count your steps because there are already several fitness apps available. Fortunately, there is now an app available for almost every industry including the HVACR. HVACR refers to Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. It is concerned with humidifying, dehumidifying, filtering, moving, and adding or removing heat in households. We listed down the 10 apps that will help your HVACR business.
1. HVAC Check & Charge Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: This app by Emerson does just what old slides do---compute the system refrigerant charge for R-22 and R-410 coolants. Switching from subcooling, superheat, and airflow calculations is now made easier as you just have to enter the system temperatures and environmental loads and wait for the app to do its magic. Thanks to HVAC Check & Charge app, you can now ditch carrying around the cardboard slide and just use your mobile phone instead. Price Range: Free 96
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4. HVAC Flashcards Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: Who would have known that you can find the best study buddy ever in the form of a mobile app? This app by BH Inc. helps you to fully prepare for certification because it has over a thousand of flashcards that tackle everything about HVAC. HVAC Flashcards also has the capacity to track your progress and help you master topics you seem to be struggling with. Price range: $4.99 in the Apple App Store
5. HVACR Fault Finder Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: While technology helped us do things instantly, it has also complicated troubleshooting. But this app which is another innovation by Emerson helps bring solution using mobile phones. This app sends alert codes to users so that the problems would be resolved as quick as possible. In cases when the problem cannot be pointed out, a flow chart can be used. Price Range: Free
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6. Breezeworks Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: True to its name, this app helps you run your business in a breeze. Using this app, you can set your workers’ schedule for the day and be sure that no job is left unhandled. It also has the capacity to store everything that you need for the job. Price Range: Free 14-day trial (Afterwards, prices vary depending on your needs and employee size)
7. Duct Calculator Elite Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: This app, in general, was devised to make things simple. Developed by Cyberprodigy, this app is intuitive. Instead of a slide, the Duct Calculator makes use of manual input of values. It is user-friendly so you won’t have a problem adjusting to it. This has built-in customization feature. Calculations of duct size can be made by dimension, airflow, or pressure drop. You are also free to add variables, eliminating the need for estimates. Price Range: $6.99 employee size) 106
8. HVAC Answer Guides Compatibility: Android What it does: This app is very useful for those who are new to the HVAC business. It serves as a guide to all service calls and outcomes made in the last two decades. It covers variety of topics such as fallible compressors, oil furnace problems, and belt drive information. Price Range: Free
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9. ESC MOBILE TECH Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: This app allows you to view service history and communicate with customers by sending them quotes they can accept or reject so you can also process payments through a mobile phone. On a single screen, you can also see assigned, unassigned, and completed works.
10. REFRIGERANT SLIDER Compatibility: Android, iOS What it does: This app, which is based on NIST Refrigerant Properties, gives users access to pressure to temperature refrigerant converter. It covers 69 different refrigerants. It will also give you information on various refrigerant types. Price Range: Free -end-
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The key to HVACR efficiency is how to get more while using less
Accounting for $17 billion energy cost in recent data in North America alone, HVACR systems are undoubtedly one of the most used and in demand systems to date. With HVACR consuming around 50 to 60 percent of the total energy cost in the US, starting
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to use them at their optimal capacity will surely do the world good. Knowing the proper ways of managing HVACR efficiency is the first step to saving millions, if not billions, of energy cost.
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Common Terms Used in HVACR Energy Efficiency
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ut before managing HVACR efficiency, it is best that you familiarize yourself with various kinds of ratings you will surely encounter with your temperature control system. HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor) is the ratio of heat pump efficiency of your system. Heat pumps are responsible for producing hot and cool air depending on its cycle. Basically, HSPF is the measure of the entire space heating needed in British Thermal Unit (BTU) divided by the total kilowatt-hour the heat pump is consuming. The higher this number is, the more efficient is your heat pump. SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) is mainly the ratio of the system’s cooling output (measured in BTU) and the power it exhausts in an hour (measured in kilowatt-hour). Higher SEER number means higher HVAC energy efficiency your system provides. The good thing about SEER is that it is based on actual seasonal cooling and not on predefined laboratory measures.
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EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) is comparable to SEER but used the predefined laboratory conditions rather than the real ones. Similarly, higher EER equates to higher system efficiency.
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Five Ways of Managing HVACR Energy Efficiency 1. Use Programmable Thermostats and Controls
Automation has been the number one answer to everyone’s problems. With the widespread use of automation in various fields, HVACR systems are no exception. Smart controls and thermostats are quite in demand nowadays simply because they are convenient and user-friendly. You will never have to worry about
forgetting to switch off your lights and HVACR systems since these devices can turn them off when no person is present in a room and can be easily accessed anywhere and anytime with just about any smartphone.
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2. Be Consistent in Maintaining the System Regular maintenance does serve a huge purpose in getting the most out of your HVACR systems. HVACR companies can suggest the best maintenance schedule that will suit your usage. It is ideal that your temperature control system is inspected at the beginning and end of cooling seasons to achieve its highest efficiency. Not only is this maintenance good to get the most out of your HVACR, but it is also advisable so you can prevent any future damages and issues with your system. Prevention is better than cure!
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3. Switch Off Other Household Gadgets Computers, exercise equipment, TVs, washing machines and dryers, and other power-consuming electronics in the home are best plugged out when not in use. These devices are not only consuming 5 to 10 percent of the overall residential energy use but also generating more heat in the home. Turning off these dormant appliances will allow your temperature control systems to consume less energy to cool down the house since there is less heat circulating inside. There is no better way to save money and achieve maximum residential energy efficiency than combining HVACR energy efficiency with the overall home energy efficiency.
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over time, the dust then sticks to motor parts and blades causing them to run at a lower speed than they are designed. Changing your filters regularly maintains the cleanliness of your system which then maximizes the energy efficiency it can provide.
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5. Insulate the Vicinity Your HVACR system will consume more power and energy if it is running inside a poorly insulated building where most of the conditioned air is lost due to any cracks or openings in the room. When the system detects that the room has reached its desired temperature, it lessens its power consumption. But since the room does not trap the air efficiently, the HVACR system keeps on consuming more energy. It is best to insulate
an HVACR room before using the system to make sure the conditioned air is trapped and circulating properly. Insulating materials with high r value are ideal for keeping the vicinity insulated. Also consider insulating ducts, pipes, and outlets as well since some of them might have small unseen openings.
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Moore’s Law states that technological advancements are improving at an everincreasing rate, and the furtherance of our daily tools and gadgets will be an undying trend until the far future. Time after time, we create newer machines one would never have thought they needed, and improve upon the
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countless existing devices to lessen the hassles of daily life. “Working smarter, not harder”, therefore, is at the very essence of innovating. Most machines fall under two categories—the browraising, questionable types (such as the motorized ice-cream cone and umbrellas
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for only your shoes) and the life-altering devices that have quite literally been the societal standard. Cars, radios, television, phones, and a myriad of historic tools and gadgets.
duction of the air-conditioner, human expectations about indoor comfort was reset. Like weather wizards, we can now expect to have the best climate, even in the comfort of our own homes.
One of the most revolutionary machines to have even been manufactured is the airconditioner. With it, one can defy the ambiguity of weather with a breeze of constantly cold, conditioned air. This invention revolutionized everything, from textile factories, to cinemas, and even the home. With the intro-
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If we stopped tinkering with and bettering machines simply because they have done their task and our comfort was achieved, we would be leagues behind where we are currently. Air-conditioners and cooling
systems are not exempt from the curious, perfectionist hands of human inventors. That said, here are six ways the air-conditioning systems we use every day have improved over the years, making us love them even more.
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1. Air-Conditioning Units are now also motion-detectors, because why not?
A new design for air conditioning by MIT Engineers makes proficient use of ceiling-stuck aluminium rods to track movement beneath them. Once these sensors are activated, the air-conditioner activates to bring cleaner air to the entire room.
This motion-dependent system is ingenious in that it directly combats heat generated from a body in motion, thus helping to reduce both energy and utility costs.
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2. Air-Conditioners that cool the air with sun power
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3. Aircons that are literally ice-cold
Naming your air-conditioner the Ice Bear just because it cools the air is silly. Naming your air-conditioner the Ice Bear because it cools the air with the power if actual ice is beyond awesome! Made by a California-based company, the Ice Bear is essentially a freezer and air-conditioner
rolled into one: by freezing water in a tank overnight, this air-conditioner blasts the cold air to fill entire buildings with an arctic atmosphere the very next day.
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4. Ventilation that takes more notes than an undergrad student
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Hospitals are unique environments with certain challenges not found anywhere. Foreign medical studies recently a fivefold increase in some community hospitals with cases of diseases caused by air-resistant bacteria. These bacterial infections are extremely precarious, particularly to the elderly, infants and with conceded
immune functioning maladies due to no or lack of effective treatment. Hospitals are working on reducing this risk by improving their HVAC systems, since transmission of this disease from one person to another is possible in part by the airborne spread of the bacteria. 141
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VAC systems in hospitals are a primary line of defense against the spread of airborne diseases. HVAC systems play a tremendous role in keeping hospitals clean and running smoothly, so imagine how it would feel to wake up inside a hospital without HVAC systems. HVAC keep up with the ever-increasing demand that is placed on it in an ever-changing hospital environment. For people with asthma and other allergy
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problems, central air with its ability to filter and condition environmental air can have a powerful health benefits. Any person who has been involved in health care for long enough, would have come across the industry mantra that good nursing care can be provided under a tree. It is after all instinctive that good clean fresh air has a significant positive effect on patient clinical outcomes. The need for providing health care inside a building inevitably
detracts from providing the best environment has to offer. Unfortunately, it is impossible to provide modern health care outside a hospital that is equipped with medical equipment and services.
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Interventions between Healthcare and HVAC Systems Health care HVAC will always be based on a set of compromises. As a rule of thumb, if local temperatures rarely rise above the normal degrees Fahrenheit, hospitals probably do not need central air-conditioning. On the other hand, central air is often regarded by realtors as a valuable selling point. The classic compromise between fresh air and energy consumption is not unique to health care due to the invasive nature of some procedures and patients often being immune compromised. Differential pressures and the need to control odors add extra layers of complexity. Additional to this, often-complex building layouts, high service density and the need to fit all of this into an efficient building envelope. Developers of fit and proper HVAC system for a hospital have daunting task of making all of this work. No wonder that gluts of technologies are typically used to derive a solution. HVAC design trends historically have been different between public and private health care.
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Patients’ Expectation on Private and Public Hospitals The patient expectation from a public health care service is that of efficiency and a positive clinical outcome. Private health care patients have the same expectation, but the service is burdened with an additional expectation of good nursing care in an aesthetically pleasing and comfortable environment. This is understandable as private patients pay a significant premium for this additional service. In non-specialist areas, the trend in public health care is for natural ventilation. In other places that have a moderate climate, ventilation systems with a degree of air tempering can be considered. In recent years, these places incorporated innovative ideas such as geothermal tempering of air and thermal mass, as well as re-introducing the age-old concepts of large overhangs and creating airflow through the use of dampers and chimney effects. In private hospitals, the preferred methodology is still unitary air conditioning systems. 147
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How HVAC Systems in Healthcare Differ from other Indoor Institutions Unitary systems provide individual room control for comfort heating and cooling, with the advantage of choosing natural ventilation if weather permits. For hospitals, even an hour of poor HVAC system performance is far too long. To achieve exceptional performance and energy efficiency, healthcare leaders need to work with experts who can ensure that system up152
grades are managed in a controlled, predictable way. One industry study found that half of all service calls were the result of improper or insufficient maintenance of systems. With years of experience servicing the most sensitive HVAC systems are found and should be used in hospitals and healthcare institutions.
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The leading firm for commercial HVAC system excellence provides and delivers the power of the most innovative energy efficiency technologies. From an operational standpoint, an effective HVAC system is indispensable. Hospital air conditioning and ventilation systems are required to meet higher standards of performance and serve a greater function than those in standard buildings. A hospital HVAC system is probably the most vital application of HVAC technology in terms of human health, comfort and safety. The system design presents unique challenges due to the level of demands placed on it. A hospital air conditioning system also has the supplementary challenge of integrating with a number of other multifaceted systems not present in conventional buildings. In an emergency cases, having an HVAC team who understands the unique requirements of a healthcare HVAC system can literally be the difference between life and death for some patients. -end-
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Trends may be merely spontaneous innovations at a particular time, but a handful of them have proven to be a catalyst of change, especially in the building automation industry. Over time, they have shaped the industry in a way that reflected the world we are living in today — highly modernized and technology-driven.
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Those note-worthy trends are starting to be used to solve problems that had long been present in the industry. Among these trends and technological breakthroughs are these six innovations that are now remodeling the way we construct our buildings for the better.
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Lighting and HVAC Integration It may sound a bit puzzling how the building industry tends to separate the HVAC controls from that of the lighting when in fact, there is simply no solid proof nor technical and customer satisfaction at such installation procedure. Although they are both connected to the central building management system, it has proved to provide lesser energy savings and energy efficiency.
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With the rise of polyvalent and intelligent controllers, this problem has finally become a thing of the past. Managing lighting and HVAC simultaneously led to lower costs both for hardware and installation. This is also a competing factor for hotels and residential areas where customers tend to choose the technology-driven path instead of the traditional HVAC and lighting separation.
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Networking Everything While “smart cities” and “IoT” may sound related to building automation, they are, in fact, separate blocks of a larger whole. Building automation was once perceived to function separately from the rest of the systems such as fire alarms, elevators, and access controls. Each of these systems has its own interfaces, disconnected from the rest of the controls and merely functioning on their own.
Thankfully, integration has solved this problem. Automation is now being connected into a single network with the rest of the systems where everything functions as a whole and is controlled by the mastermind existing in the cloud. From integrating the different systems within the building, we can then move forward to integrating structures within a vicinity, finally forming smart cities.
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Wireless Functionality The wireless age has long been the solution for everything that wires seem to complicate. Using this capability in the building automation industry will significantly reduce installation and modification costs and will make the system more manageable and flexible even from outside of the local network. Remote operations will boom, and considerable savings will be returned to the owner in no time. In addition to that, the world is already taking advantage of this technology, and it seems logical enough to adopt this technology to building automation. There are plenty of technical support and innovations in the wireless industry that is surfacing nowadays, so integrating them into our buildings would be as easy as pie.
Application Development While technologies are starting to penetrate the industry of building automation, there arises the problem of managing the big chunks of data that comes from the system. To transform this data into useful information that can be used to provide more quality service to customers, application development should be one of the top trends that need to be 161
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implemented. Building automation needs well-developed apps to filter the data and turn them into value-added assets. Without these apps, the generated data collected in their databases prove to be more of junk than value.
Openness Some companies may be skeptical when it comes to making code sources and data open to the public, but more prominent companies are starting to explore the world of open source. When codes are open, it provides IT experts to better the system and eventually improve its overall performance. Open source platforms have long proven to be more of a benefit than an actual threat.
User Experience Customers nowadays are getting more accustomed to using high-end technology that offers not only excellent functionality but also friendly user interfaces. This factor should be no exception when designing the building. Usability should be among the top priorities of building automation, mainly because customers are the life of the industry, and serving them better is the end goal of every business. 164
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Global warming and climate change have a negative impact on the environment resulting in more dangerous catastrophes like big floods, super typhoons, and many others. It is also sad to think that some parts the world are slowly disappearing due to rising sea levels.
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) may damage the ozone layer. All these leads to global warming. Because of that, different industries are working together to minimize the harmful effects of global warming.
The Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration The greenhouse effect is (HVACR) industry are trying to another thing that concerns find ways to facilitate the safe pro-environment organizations. use of refrigerants. Studies As people burn more coal, are conducted to find oil, natural gas, and others, climate-friendly alternatives greenhouse gasses become and identify solutions for thicker and denser. The result? improving the quality of indoor Heat is trapped, and the Earth air. This way, people and the becomes warm. Aside from environment is free from that, spray cans that released harmful chemicals. 169
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HVACR industry leaders and associations like the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and AirConditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) believe that with a strong partnership, they would foster collaboration and provide guidance. “Alongside the AirConditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and the US Department of Energy (DOE), we have collaborated to fund vital research to expedite findings and establish a more robust fact base about the properties and the use of flammable refrigerants,” ASHRAE’s President Bjarne W. Olesen said. He added that the $5.2mn investment would help accelerate studies on the safe use of refrigerants. The technical knowledge gained from studies could also help determine any additional climate-friendly alternatives. One of the results of their studies is the creation of guidelines for zero energy buildings.
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Strategies for HVAC Green Technology and Sustainability The HVACR industry employs Green Technology, which involves utilizing methods and materials for developing more environment-friendly techniques. It aims to find better strategies compared to the ones previously used by the industry. Older practices are not only harmful to the environment, but they are also more expensive. To achieve sustainability, these strategies should be implemented:
1. Sustainability. This refers
to the ability to exist continually by conserving natural resources. More research and development is needed to help manufacturers that are struggling to make equipment more efficient. The Department of Energy and other HVAC industrial manufacturers supplement this research. For instance, ALCOA, a large producer of aluminum made from recycled raw materials, sponsored a study to determine ways on how to develop better heat exchang-
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this strategy, waste and pollution are reduced by using new methods of energy consumption and production. The conservation of energy through changing old methods helps the environment. The development of smart HVAC systems can help with Source Reduction by making equipment more precise. Controls are designed for this equipment so it can be customized depending on the amount of energy needed.
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industry should also focus on the development of new innovations and technologies to decrease the use of harmful chemicals and fossil fuels. Fortunately, the sector is consistently working on new innovations and are taking steps to help the environment. An excellent example of that is the recent change in the use of CFC refrigerants and the planned elimination of HCFC refrigerants, replacing it with HFC. Technological advancement also made it possible to control HVAC and lighting systems, which helps to reduce energy consumption.
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Technology is economically feasible, more jobs can be created for people who are also advocates in helping the environment. HVAC technicians, people who are involved in research and development, and individuals who are capable of inspecting and commissioning new buildings can help improve the industry.
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equipment can be recycled like used refrigerants. Some components used in air conditioning and heating equipment also have high recycle value like the coils of condensers and evaporators. Once the HVAC industry implements the strategies mentioned above, they will no doubt protect the people and the environment. Since the leaders of the sector are working together to achieve this, we can hope for a future with sustainable HVACR.
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The digital transformation era has dawned upon the industrial field. It has slowly worked its way through the primary industries, and the Heating Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) industry is no exception. This transformation has shifted the once simple system into a more complex but more efficient scheme.
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Integrating automation systems into the industrial and commercial HVACR creates an intelligent machine that helps the admin in various ways, mostly in managing security and temperature and prolonging equipment life. Here are five of the top benefits of installing a Building Automation System (BAS) in your HVACR systems.
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Produces Goal-oriented systems Incorporating BAS to your old-school HVACRs can turn your systems from simple machines that are only capable of getting the job done to intelligent systems that improve the overall performance of the building. This integration proves to achieve both operational and process goals.
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This also meant less time on addressing customer complaints on the old-school system and more time improving the current system. On top of that, the number one goal of HVACR is to produce healthier air quality for its customers and employees and eventually reduce sick days and increase productivity.
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Better data handling capabilities According to data scientists, all businesses, no matter how small, produce massive amounts of data every day. There are tons of insights hidden in this data if only it can be analyzed and presented in a useful way. Thankfully, gone are the days when data processing needs large bulky computer centers.
feedback in real-time. Not only will it offer precise feedback, but it will also adjust the system according to the feedback and the requirements of the building.
According to data scientists, all businesses, no matter how small, produce massive amounts of data every day. There are tons of insights Building Automation Systems hidden in this data if only it alone can do the trick. With can be analyzed and intelligence incorporated to the presented in a useful way. sensors, BAS can collect and Thankfully, gone are the days filter useful data from the flow when data processing needs sensors, thermostats, and air large bulky computer centers. handling units and eventually provide correct and accurate Building Automation Systems
alone can do the trick. With intelligence incorporated to the sensors, BAS can collect and filter useful data from the flow sensors, thermostats, and air handling units and eventually provide correct and accurate feedback in real-time. Not only will it offer precise feedback, but it will also adjust the system according to the feedback and the requirements of the building.
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Better Control using IoT The Internet of Things, or more popularly coined as IoT, is not at all new to the automation industry. This technology is actually revolutionizing the concept of energy management, making facility operations more flexible and installation more straightforward. Combining BAS with IoTdevices creates a new world of system control. The devices transfer relevant data to the building management server, which, in turn, are used by the system to produce accurate results and adjustments. Using graphical interfaces also adds to the efficiency of the system. Workers are no longer required to climb roofs to access unreachable devices. All the details of the devices connected to the server can be seen through the interface. Controlling these units will also be a piece of cake as it can be as simple as pushing a couple of buttons. This will then lead to better comfort for the workers and consistent temperatures inside the building, which will eventually lead to lower overall costs for the organization.
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Better Energy and Resource Management With the intelligent systems of BAS, an organization can implement better energy usage strategies to use its sources efficiently and effectively. The data collected by the system can be used to guide the administration in addressing consumption issues. To top it off, using an automation system can help reduce your utility bills by 15%, saving about $0.20 to $0.40 per square foot. This increase in savings can even out the initial cost of installing an automation system and afterward, can be allocated to HVACR repairs and maintenance.
Utilizing Wireless Networking Wireless networking is already becoming a trend in the industry. This reduces the hassle of installing meters of wires around the building. Wireless networking makes it easier to connect a new system to an old network as new work plans are no longer needed. 188
The wireless technology is typically used in the security systems where cameras are treated as independent units, and no longer requires protected wirings. They can simply be connected to an access point and controlled through the internet.
In addition to that, it may not be evident at first, but having automated systems is considered as a tangible asset. This can be a major make or break feature when you decide to sell your property. Because both commercial and industrial property is based on its net operating income, the lower the HVAC costs, the higher the income and the better chances of selling the property at a higher price.
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Dealing with Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) systems is always paired with dealing with data security, especially if your system is automated. The HVACR industry has slowly geared towards the use of smart HVACR devices, which can basically connect to the cloud and allow users to control the gadgets remotely with any smartphone application or web browser. It has grown to a staggering rate of 8.22%, and by 2020, we can see more of these wireless thermostats and remotely accessible HVACR gadgets anywhere in the market.
Although it is a good indication of the advancement in technology, it also holds a weak point. Today, large facilities and retailers often hire third-party HVACR companies to install and monitor their building temperature and energy usage. This practice sure reduces operational costs but also proves to be highly insecure. Since the HVACR devices are connected to the internet and monitored via the network, these devices can easily be hacked into, making it typically vulnerable to cyber-attacks.
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In 2005 alone, 67% of no less than 7,800 businesses had detected at least one cybercrime against them. And among those who detected such abnormality, 86% identified more than a single attack on them. This led to at least 68% of the victims sustaining monetary losses of no less than $10,000. In 2013, Target, one of the major retailers in the United States, suffered a severe case of a data security breach, which upon inspection, was because of stolen login cre194
dentials from the company’s third-party HVACR vendor. The breach then affected millions of customers, with about 40 million credit and debit card numbers were taken. The company suffered a loss of no less than $400 million. This is the main reason why it is imperative that HVAC contractors are working on measures to ensure the security of their internal systems and make sure they are ready for any possible cyber-attacks. For retailers and building owners, below are
some of the steps to secure your HVACR systems.
Steps in Securing Your HVAC System Develop an HVACR security plan To develop an HVACR security plan is to ensure the security of your network, most especially if a third-party contractor is involved. The security plan should include restricting access to your building automation system during the installation, programming, updating, maintenance, and repairing of the system. Consider creating
an internal support staff that will be trained by the third-party contractor so that no outsiders can have control over your system.
Limit physical access Limiting your physical access to the HVACR equipment is also an intuitive way of securing your facility. Restrict access to the areas which require human workers. Consider creating rules on es-
corts to mechanical rooms and HVACR equipment rooms. It may also come in handy if you use HVACR security cages to fully restrict physical access to anyone in the vicinity.
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less HVACR devices, restrict your vendor’s access to the system first and ensure that all the classified data are put away in a secure place. If using the network is inevitable, plan to create user accounts with granting privileges so that unauthorized personnel will have access to your information. This way, you can also monitor account activities and report abnormalities if ever.
Screen people Ask about the workers who would be installing and accessing your HVACR systems. Ensure where they came from and to what extent their job is. Inquire if the vendor has independent contractors who would be coming in for specific services. The fewer people and parties involved, the better is the security.
Ask vendors about HVAC security practices Although some HVACR companies are not new to the business, most of them are still unaware of the security risks their devices impose on the client. This is the exact reason why being vigilant is imperative. Gather information on the company’s policies on keeping your data safe. Also, ask how they monitor their employees to be sure they are following the standard operating procedures. It is also a must to review your current practices, as well as the vendor’s. This way, you can ensure that you will not have any problems with a data breach. -end199