Air conditioning in a shopping centre
Every year, the number of new shopping centres increases significantly. Given that so many people visit them, it is important to create a comfortable environment for them to stay in the centre. Installing air conditioning and ventilation systems helps to solve this problem.
Kliwenta specialists select the equipment for each building depending on a number of factors. For example, the number of floors in the building plays an important role. For single-storey buildings, for example, it is sufficient to install rooftop air conditioners.
If the building is divided into separate rooms that are separately insulated, it is necessary to maintain individual microclimate parameters in each of them. In this case, it is necessary to install a central air conditioner.
There are also multi-zone VRF air conditioners and chillers that can provide the necessary air exchange, temperature, humidity, etc. in a shopping centre that will comply with building regulations. Although they are quite expensive, such systems are able to prepare the air more precisely than the aforementioned. Due to the price of such equipment, they are not very popular.
In order to save money, shopping centre owners often install air conditioners individually for each room. However, this is neither easy nor practical. The multitude of freon pipes, outdoor units and limited route lengths make such a project impossible.
Kliwenta’s engineers are ready to start designing and then installing and maintaining units for shopping centres of all sizes.
Ventilation in a shopping centre
The way a shopping centre is ventilated has a direct impact on how much it earns from the services it provides. It makes sense: if people feel comfortable in the premises, they will browse the goods and will definitely buy something. If a customer cannot breathe, is hot and stuffy, they are unlikely to stay in the mall for long.
In addition to the financial benefits of maintaining an optimal microclimate in the shopping centre, there are also building law requirements that must be complied with. The ventilation system in a shopping centre must filter the air, heat and cool it, carry out air exchange and distribute the air throughout the premises.
The staff must also be comfortable, otherwise health problems will arise sooner or later.
When choosing the right air-conditioning units for a shopping centre, many factors must be taken into account. For example, the number of visitors on the ground floor is always much higher than on the top floor. Therefore, this nuance is always taken into account by specialists.
When properly positioning food and non-food shops, separate ventilation systems should be installed for each type of space.
Food is a special commodity that requires refrigeration equipment, specific temperature and humidity parameters. To prevent the formation of condensation, mould and fungus, it is best to seek professional help.
Kliwenta provides design, installation and maintenance services for air conditioning equipment. Specialists are ready to solve any problems related to the ventilation of shopping centres.
