Analysing the changing trends, Tsur Ben David says, as we ring into a new year, the HVAC industry must look to 2021 for innovation in technology, for more sustainable living. HVAC industry has come a long way, and the recent breakthroughs in renewable energy and smart technology have made cooling systems more sustainable than ever before. HVAC industry is now ready to answer the call, making 2021 a year, where there will be positive, impactful changes to the way companies and commercial property manage their cooling towers and chillers.
Here are some HVAC trends that you must look out for in 2021, says David.
Green technologies
New, green, and eco-friendly technology is one trend – that is sure to do wonders in 2021. Much of the water, energy and cost that go into running an HVAC system is lost. With a green Product Strategy, the HVAC industry can reduce environmental impacts throughout the life cycle of products, through the reduction of resource consumption, increased energy efficiency, substituting chemicals, and reducing carbon emissions. This could mean heating being fueled by electricity or hydrogen, or myriad smart inventions to provide cleaner solutions, like SBR Cooling Tower water treatment – that has the chance to be at the vanguard of water sustainability. With the growth in green technologies, this HVAC trend of energy and water saving technologies, have a big part to play in the rise of sustainable technologies for cooling systems.
Smart technologies
One of the biggest technological developments in the HVAC industry has been the move towards smart technologies. One such innovation lies in smart technologies, like automated maintenance systems that allow managers to control HVAC technology from one centralised point. Having connected systems allows for one central hub to control all. Whether it is ventilation system, thermostat or heat exchangers, HVAC operators can control the whole cooling system via one central hub. In the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) operation alone – which is known to account for up to 60% of total energy consumption in commercial buildings and Automatic Chiller Tube Cleaning System (ACCS) – this technology can save up to 30% in energy. Furthermore, the integration of numerous smart technologies into HVAC equipment such as IoT will boost the growth of the HVAC industry.
Proactive maintenance
Rising operational costs are pushing the HVAC industry to reduce expenses in system maintenance and management. These goals will be on the top through 2021, as reliability with durability will remain at the top for the foreseeable future. By upgrading to automated cleaning systems for regular deep cleanings of HVAC system components, such as the heat exchangers, condenser tubes and cooling towers, HVAC managers can achieve better performance, while improving the indoor air quality and water-blow down. Effective maintenance of HVAC systems with a more proactive approach can decrease energy costs and significantly cut down on repair and replacement costs.
As we look towards the future, there are several trends that are going to shape the commercial HVAC industry for the better. From green technologies to automated systems, let us ensure that not only sustainability but the durability of cooling systems persists. All the more, the year 2021 is set to revolutionize the HVAC industry for the years to come.
