For modern offices with a large number of employees, air conditioning is not a luxury but a necessity. At first glance, selecting the right air conditioning equipment for an office space may seem easy. However, it is not. To make the right choice, Kliwenta experts recommend paying attention to the following factors:
- Work intensity. As practice shows, split systems in office spaces operate for at least 150 days a year. When compared to domestic air conditioners, the output of office systems is 50% to even 100% greater. This is quite easy to explain. Offices often have large panoramic windows, various devices generating heat operate continuously, and there are lamps to light up large spaces. Therefore, a split system in an office must be reliable, durable, and capable of continuous operation without interruptions.
- Efficiency. Since air conditioning equipment in the office operates continuously, it’s not logical to buy outdated air conditioners without inverters. Inverter air conditioners offer the possibility to save money. They also operate quietly, have a longer lifespan, and provide better performance.
- Silent operation. As previously mentioned, it’s recommended to install quiet air conditioners because there’s already a working noise level in the office, and the operation of outdated air conditioning equipment could further worsen the situation, creating uncomfortable conditions for employees.
- Simplicity. The air conditioning system in an office should be as simple as possible while also being reliable. If for home use, air conditioners with timers, motion sensors, and plasma filters are recommended, these are not necessary for offices. However, flexibility in directing cool air within the building should not be overlooked. This allows for maintaining a higher temperature in some rooms and a slightly lower temperature in others.
- Operation in critical modes. Not everyone knows how to use air conditioners properly. As a result, if one of the office employees decides to turn on the cooling system when it’s -10°C outside, while the heating system is active inside, the air conditioner will either not turn on, or it will start operating, but it will be its last operation.
Office air conditioning models
The most commonly installed air conditioning systems in office spaces are wall-mounted split systems. However, to create an optimal microclimate, Kliwenta’s specialists recommend installing cassette or ducted air conditioners. The complete set of indoor units can be chosen individually for each facility. They can work separately, as a single split system, or as part of a multi-split or multi-zone air conditioner. The latter type can operate simultaneously in several rooms, heating or cooling the air in different modes, while maintaining high efficiency and energy savings.
The most popular air conditioning systems for “A” and “B+” class offices are chiller-fan coil systems. Engineers create a central air conditioning system during construction, install the chiller unit, and lay communication wiring. Therefore, after the construction work is complete, all that’s needed is to design the air conditioning installation and connect the fan coil (indoor unit). The difference between air conditioners and fan coils is only in the refrigerant used—in the latter, freon is not used; instead, water or antifreeze is employed.
Kliwenta specialists offer services in the installation, projects, and maintenance of various types of air conditioning equipment. This means the company’s staff handle all the work, providing customers with a building that has a fully operational air conditioning system.
Air Conditioner installation in offices
Considering the variety of online offers, many office owners think that buying high-quality air conditioners is very easy. But it’s not! The performance of these devices varies, with some air conditioners designed for rooms of 15 m² and others for 15,000 m². So, to make the right choice, it’s best to turn to professionals. Kliwenta’s staff are ready to take on even the most complex tasks related to the design, installation, and servicing of air conditioning systems in offices and beyond.
