Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems

Hydronic systems are rigorous and have strict flow measurement requirements that commercial and industrial facilities must meet. When measuring energy within a closed loop system, flow meters are essential for maintaining long-term accuracy, reliability and repeatability within chiller, chilled water systems, thermal energy tank systems, boilers, cooling towers, pumps and other asset operations.

Hydronic heating and cooling systems are leading system options within industrial applications and both chilled water and glycol/hot water systems are critical in providing comfort in commercial settings. Flow measurement tools help contractors properly balance these systems, minimizing throttling loss, meeting design conditions and providing accurate data for cross-checking and maintaining the system. This reduces end-user complaints and high running costs, improving the lifespan of systems.

Saturated steam is a leading heat source within the building design and construction industry. With flow measurement in place, facilities managers can measure steam delivery by monitoring when capacity is exhausted or taxed, manage seasonal and operational demand, and identify leaks and evaporation amounts. Flow monitors can also measure steam units in mass units, allowing building owners to use the accumulated steam usage to bill customers for excess steam production.

Geothermal systems are growing in popularity due to their reliable and consistent operation and the fact that they offer a significant reduction in operating costs. Regulating temperature by heat transference, these systems require constant measurement to monitor flow rates, water loss and energy use, making flow monitors crucial. Facilities managers invest in flow meters to closely monitor their system, ensuring optimum operation.

Water Quality monitors are becoming ever-more important within the HVAC industry to ensure the health and longevity of HVAC systems. Continuous online monitoring of critical parameters within open and closed loop systems replaces the need for costly spot checks and allows facilities managers to both prevent and detect corrosion, along with other system failures, ahead of time.