Commercial air conditioning units typically endure heavy-duty usage throughout their lifetime. Therefore, if your property is several decades old, you may be considering replacing your current HVAC system due to persistent repairs and inconvenient breakdowns. But a mistake some property owners make is merely choosing the same HVAC system that they had before. The problem with this idea is that, with newer models on the market, your type of unit may be outdated. One of the recent options that property owners are having installed is a rooftop commercial air conditioning unit, commonly referred to as an RTU. So what should you know about rooftop unit?
What makes an RTU different from conventional HVAC systems?
A traditional air conditioning system will be installed at the interior of your commercial property. The main difference of RTUs is that they are set up directly in your building's roofing. These HVAC systems come complete with all the components required for a fully functional air conditioning unit, so you do not need to purchase spare parts to facilitate the installation. Some of the elements that your RTU will comprise include:
- Condenser coils
- An evaporator
- A compressor
- Heat generator
- An engine
- Distribution fans
- Air intake units
What makes an RTU more advantageous than conventional air conditioning?
There are various benefits that you get to reap when you choose to switch to a rooftop unit. To begin with, RTUs are more energy efficient than their traditional air conditioning counterparts are. Unlike regular commercial HVAC system, the RTU will have all of its components (minus the ductwork) in one place. Thus, the rooftop unit is less likely to develop air leaks, which goes a long way in bolstering the energy efficiency of your commercial property.
Another reason why you will find a rooftop unit more beneficial than standard commercial air conditioning is from the space efficiency that they furnish you with. Since all the elements required for the functioning of the RTU are located in one area, there is no need for you to delegate space from the interior of your building to set up the air conditioning system. Thus, you get to make the most of your current floorplan.
Furthermore, having all the components installed on the roof means your contractors do not have to spend excessive time setting up the system, which means reduced installation costs for your business. Lastly, if you experience downtime from the RTU, identifying the issue will be very easy since all the components are in one location!
Hello! My name is Jake. I am the kind of guy who finds out about a subject and then who must learn everything he can about it. A subject I have focused on in recent times is HVAC. This might seem a little strange. However, my interest was sparked when an HVAC contractor visited my home to install a new air con system. He was really friendly and he took the time to answer my questions. Since then, I have been doing everything I can to learn about HVAC. I hope you enjoy reading what I have written on my blog.