A good air balancing job is something that is often taken for granted - if done properly, it is something that the end users of a space will likely not think about at all. When done improperly or not done at all, occupant discomfort can become a major problem - spaces that are too hot or too cold, noisy vents, drafty areas, or inadequate airflow are all issues that create discomfort and cause occupants to be unable to perform at their best.
A properly balanced HVAC system can generate significant energy savings by distributing air where it needs to go throughout a space and reducing temperature imbalance. Today's buildings are more complex than ever, often with automated control systems that are responsible for operating the mechanical systems that keep the building running. There are many factors that influence the energy consumed by a building's HVAC systems - the location of the building and the climate that it is in, the architectural design of the structure, the activities taking place inside the building (ie. heat loads), and more. All of these factors are taken into account by design engineers when a building is being constructed or modified, and if a proper air balance is not completed, the systems will almost certainly fail to operate as the design engineer intended and will waste energy as a result.
In many cases, a proper system test and balance goes beyond improving energy efficiency and ensuring occupant comfort. In some industrial, healthcare, laboratory or high occupancy applications, proper air balancing is required to maintain a safe, breathable atmosphere for users. A qualified TAB agency is critical in these situations to ensure a safe environment is maintained inside these areas. Often, safety-critical spaces require the ongoing use of a TAB firm to regularly ensure systems are performing optimally and occupant safety is not compromised.
Air balancing ensures HVAC systems in new buildings operate as required by design, and in existing buildings, can correct many common operational issues that waste energy and create occupant discomfort. In many applications, air balancing is also required to keep spaces safe.
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