ABC of ducted air-conditioning
KEY Characteristics of AIR DUCTING that improves comfort and save cost. Much the same way the road you travel affects your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, the air duct heating and cooling system affect the energy efficiency in your living spaces. Therefore it is important that we pay close attention the below points before installing ductable air conditioning.
Balanced AIR = more comfortable rooms Do you have spaces that are warmer or colder than the others , no matter what you do? One of the main causes of this uneven temperature distribution is air ducts that are not properly balanced. New technology has given us a huge edge over older methods of duct installation. We can now calculate precisely how much air should be directed into each space which helps and deliver uniform temperatures.
Correctly designed = longer life for your equipment In order to function as designed, heating and cooling equipment must be supplied with sufficient airflow. Poorly designed system will not have adequate return ducts. This insufficient supply of air can cause your heater and air conditioner to work harder than necessary, resulting in a decreased lifespan.
Better insulation = less heat loss/gain In the summer, the air coming out of your air conditioner goes into warm ducts, warming your recently cooled air and decreasing your system’s efficiency. you can reduce this with better insulated ducts. The insulation keeps the extreme outside temperatures away from your conditioned air, improving energy efficiency and lowering utility bills. Insulation also prevents leaking ducts due to condensation formation.
Proper placement = Aesthetically pleasing Once something shunned and banished to crawl spaces and attics, exposed ductwork is on the rise as a design element – and as an energy-efficient solution . Playing with size, shape, colour and angles allows exposed systems to work in almost any space and pack a major design punch.