Office
Office buildings can have a wide variety of functions, with conference rooms, offices, and cafeterias all having unique design requirements.
Variable Loads, Inconsistent Results
- Maintaining indoor air quality (IAQ) is a major challenge in offices due to changing occupancy and inadequate air distribution. Cycling Rooftop Units (RTUs) do not supply consistent airflow, leading to pressure imbalances and uneven temperatures throughout the space. This is magnified if multiple rooms with different load profiles are covered by a single unit. Keeping noise levels to a minimum is often difficult due to poor ductwork design.
Elevated Air Quality
- Rooms with similar load profiles should be grouped together into zones to allow for the best temperature and humidity control. Ventilation should be increased above code-minimum values to dilute CO2 and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), with at least MERV-13 filtration. Modulating equipment should be designed with flexibility in mind to allow the building to evolve with changing tenant needs. Low supply air velocity is imperative for occupant comfort and low noise levels.
Quiet Comfort
- Paragon HVAC®’s modulating inverter compressor maintains consistent temperature and humidity throughout the space with averaging sensors in each room. Integrated CO2 monitoring and MERV-13 filtration ensure perfect IAQ as occupant numbers change throughout the day. Air Diffusion Supply Duct provides even air distribution at low velocity and noise, keeping occupants comfortable and focused with no distractions.
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Application Notes
ASHRAE 62.1 requires the following ventilation rates for typical offices:
- Breakroom: 5 CFM/person + 0.12 CFM/ft²
- Cafeteria: 7.5 CFM/person + 0.18 CFM/ft²
- Conference room: 5 CFM/person + 0.06 CFM/ft²
- Office space: 5 CFM/person + 0.06 CFM/ft²
- Reception area: 5 CFM/person + 0.06 CFM/ft²
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