Air source heat pumps work differently than conventional heating and cooling systems. They move heat into and out of buildings, using the difference between indoor and outdoor air temperatures to provide year-round comfort. While innovative, heat pumps are also a proven technology, operating at efficiencies of as much as 500%.
Multiple benefits for your business
An HVAC upgrade can be costly, and it may temporarily disrupt your business operations. Why should you upgrade to air source heat pumps? Here are five good reasons:
- Lower energy costs. Air source systems provide highly-efficient and cost-effective cooling. They can also reduce energy use for heating by as much as 50% compared to conventional technologies.
- Better comfort. Multi-split air source systems provide room-by-room temperature control and excellent humidity control throughout your facility.
- Less maintenance. Air source units are easy to install in most buildings and generally require low maintenance and minimal servicing.
- Reduced environmental impact. Heat pumps use less energy than conventional HVAC systems and produce no onsite emissions.
- Improved safety. The risk of gas leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning from fuel-fired systems is eliminated.
Types of air source heat pumps
Two widely used types of air source heat pumps in commercial buildings are unitary heat pumps and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) multisplit heat pumps. Smaller (<65,000 Btuh) unitary heat pumps are typically mounted on the ground outside the building while larger systems are roof mounted.
VRF multisplit systems offer zone control and a variety of design options. They're a good fit for applications such as offices, lodging and multifamily buildings. Packaged terminal air source heat pumps and single-package air source vertical heat pumps are also cost-effective options for certain commercial applications.
Making the switch
If your heating or cooling systems are older or in need of repair, consider upgrading to air source heat pumps for the many benefits they can bring to your business. Consult with a qualified HVAC professional about what size and type of system will best fit your needs.
Make sure your new system is ENERGY STAR®-certified. ENERGY STAR commercial heat pumps are independently certified to use less energy than standard models while still providing the performance you expect.