Know More about Air Handling Units and AHRI Certified AHU

An air handling unit (AHU) is used in medium- and large-sized industrial or commercial buildings to condition and distribute fresh air throughout the structure. AHUs are a component of the bigger HVAC system (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning). The system draws fresh outdoor air in, cleans and conditioning it, and then heats or cools it as necessary. After being suitably conditioned, the air is pushed through ductwork located inside the building's rooms.

The majority of Air Handling Units have an extra duct run that removes soiled air from interior spaces and releases it back into the atmosphere. A part of the stale air is occasionally returned to the AHU and once more put through the conditioning/distribution process. Although it is an energy-saving method, recirculating used air is not always a possibility.

Given how much time we spend indoors today, maintaining clean and fresh air inside is crucial. We spend the major part of our day indoors. Edgetech’s AHRI Certified AHUs are especially helpful in spaces like convention centres and hotel dining rooms that need to accommodate lots of people yet have few natural ventilation options. Units are used for maintaining "clean rooms," such as operating rooms and laboratories.

The blower, which is responsible for recycling the air in the building, is a crucial part of every air handling equipment. The blower collects air, which is either heated or cooled before being released into the structure. Commercial buildings' air handling devices could include numerous blowers or fans for enhanced functionality.

The elements that aid in heating or cooling the air are the second most crucial parts of an air handling unit. Heating coils are used for this purpose in heating systems. The oil in the air conditioning systems is cooled using cooling coils. Other conditioning components utilised for this include steam, hot water, and cold water.

The filter is one of the most crucial parts of Air Handling Units. A building's air must be thoroughly cleaned in addition to being properly conditioned. Filters are installed in air handling devices to serve the purpose of cleaning and purifying the air by eliminating dust and other unwanted elements. Keep in mind that filters extend the lifespan of an air handling device overall.

In the air handling systems, humidifiers maintain the quality of the air in regions with cold climates. Without these elements, the air may dry out drastically from frequent heating. Different units contain various humidifier types, such as vaporizers and ultrasonic humidifiers.

Dampers serve another crucial purpose and are mounted inside the mixing chamber of an air handling unit. In order to condition the air more quickly and easily, this entire setup mixes exhaust air from the inside of the building with intake air from the outside.

To increase the air handlers' energy efficiency, many types of heat recovery equipment are used. The noise and vibrations that an air handling equipment produces can also be controlled using sound attenuators and vibration isolators. To detect smoke and avoid fire mishaps, smoke detectors are also installed in these units. The blower's speed is controlled by duct pressure control mechanisms. Other parts that control various functionalities of these gadgets include sensors and controllers.

Remember that Edgetech’s AHRI Certified AHUs come in different sizes, shapes and installation types. The basic functionality of these units remains same, but the components inside them may vary depending on their purpose.

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