In the past few years, heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) services have shown considerable growth in the field of remote diagnostics and fault detection. Often operated on a subscription basis, these diagnostic capabilities allow facility managers to contract with a supplier to monitor the operation and health of the HVAC system and to provide detailed reports on repairs, maintenance or other required adjustments. Effective remote diagnostic monitoring stays in constant contact with the HVAC system and provides building managers with the most relevant key performance indicators and insights needed to reduce costs and optimize maintenance programs. Remote diagnostic systems provide several key advantages, especially when combined with smart design envelope pumps, variable speed integrated controls and other integrated plant control systems.
Facility managers should consider widespread benefits of early fault detection.
01/13/2015
When combined with smart design envelope pumps, variable speed integrated controls and other integrated plant control systems, an effective remote diagnostic service in constant contact with a buildings HVAC system can significantly reduce energy costs. (Images courtesy of Armstrong Fluid Technology)
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