Pros and Cons of VAV
Pros and Cons of VAV
A VAV system which is also known as a Variable Air Volume helps in multiple purposes like ventilation, heating, or air conditioning. It is a perfect system required by various commercial and residential areas to keep the temperature in its adequate form. Also, it works perfectly due to the weather changes, for instance, if the weather is cold, then the building will provide a heated environment with the help of VAV. The opposite process works in hot weather. Various companies are dependent on VAV as it helps for various purposes.
Moreover, a VAV system comes with multiple parts including VAV boxes, thermostats, furnace, main duct, diffusers, a chiller unit, and many more. All these parts are necessary for the VAV system in a commercial building. Also, you will need subsidiary parts for the VAV system like filters, heating coils, duct smoke detectors, fans, mixing boxes, and many more. Hence, here are some pros and cons of a VAV system that you must know about.
Pros of VAV:
The advantages of VAV prove that this system is necessary for many buildings and also works efficiently. You can easily operate a particular area with the help of a VAV system as it works wonderfully in the whole HVAC system. Also, this system is the most cost-effective one according to the other systems. It does not need much maintenance, however, you can just clean the parts occasionally so it works better. Moreover, you can easily manage the temperature if you have a VAV system in your commercial buildings. The system requires much precision but works efficiently so you can control the temperature within 1 degree.
Cons of VAV:
One of the important disadvantages of a VAV system is the latent heat that appears in vacant areas like conference rooms and auditoriums. Hence, it creates multiple problems with temperature control. VAV system needs to be placed in an environment where there is a minimum amount of air. However, companies find it hard sometimes for the placement as they rarely find a place with fewer air requirements.
Moreover, the VAV system lessens the air volume which results in a below-par diffusion of tempered air. Hence, companies must find a zone having a larger volume for the useful functioning of the system. VAV system also has another major disadvantage which is noise pollution. It creates a lot of noise pollution when running a system and is installed above the ceiling.
Should You Switch to VAV System?
VAV is the most beneficial system for many buildings. It helps in multiple ways to maintain a temperature in the zone. However, it has certain disadvantages but still, you can install this system in your buildings that will help you in multiple ways. Many companies prefer using this system for ventilation as it is cheaper than other HVAC systems. Also, everything has cons along with pros but you must look for your preferences and needs for the ventilation system.
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