Air Handling by S&P: What are Air Handling Units and Why are they Important?

Air handling units help to ensure that indoor spaces are comfortable and safe. They can come in all shapes and sizes, each offering a range of benefits dependent on the application.

 

 

What is an Air Handling Unit?

 

Commonly known as an ‘AHU’, an air handling unit is a piece of equipment used to regulate and circulate air in HVAC systems. It consists of a housing unit that contains various components such as fans, filters, heating and cooling coils.

 

The AHU draws in outside air and then filters and regulates it to meet the requirements of the building or space it serves. It then distributes the filtered air through the ductwork to various zones or rooms.

 

Why are AHUs Important?

 

Maintaining Indoor Air Quality

 

Air handling units help to ensure that the correct level of ventilation is provided for the setting, so that the people occupying the building have sufficient fresh air coming in. Without the required air changes, carbon dioxide and stale air can build up in enclosed spaces and cause problems for the occupants, such as fatigue, headaches, and other health issues.

 

In addition, air handling units can help to filter the air and remove harmful particles, allergens, dust, and other contaminants that may cause allergies or respiratory issues.

 

Controlling Temperature and Humidity

 

Depending on the specification, an AHU can also adjust the temperature of the air as it passes through the system, heating or cooling the air as needed, to provide a comfortable room for the occupants.

 

Delivering Energy Efficiency

 

Air handling units can be equipped with a heat recovery system, which uses the heat from the space to warm up the incoming fresh air. This can significantly reduce the amount of energy needed to heat or cool the air, making the ventilation system more efficient.

 

Providing Bespoke Solutions

 

Air handling units can often be customised to meet the specific needs of a building or space. For example, an AHU can be designed to incorporate high-level filtration such as a HEPA filter to create a cleanroom environment, such as in a laboratory, or it can be designed for use in areas with extreme environments including coastal or swimming pool areas.

 

 

Air Handling by S&P

 

Our extensive Air Handling by S&P range provides a product for every project, with airflows ranging from 20l/s, all the way up to 27m³ per second.

 

The wide variety of products in the range means that we can deliver solutions for a plethora of different residential, commercial, and industrial applications, from smaller projects, all the way up to very large projects, and everything in between.

 

Whether you’re looking for a low profile air handling unit for false ceiling installations, a unit with configurable spigot panels for easy access, or an entirely bespoke air handling unit, we have all the options to suit your needs.

 

Our team of experts are on hand to discuss your requirements and learn more about how we can support your projects and improve the indoor air quality of the area you are working on. We pride ourselves in delivering the same level of customer service that we would want to receive, so you can be confident that you will be in safe hands.