Under Floor Air Distribution
Description
Under floor air distribution systems supply conditioned air to an occupied space via diffusers in a raised floor. This system effectively maintains thermal comfort and indoor air quality levels.
Tips
O+M Tips
- HVAC diffusers have a removable bucket trap that captures dirt and spills before they enter the underfloor space. Empty traps during normal custodial service.
End of Life Tips
- Usually reused by future occupants. If the mechanics fail consider recycling metal and plastic components.
For alignment with LEED Standards
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Optimize Energy: Comply with the HVAC and service water heating requirements, including equipment efficiency, economizers, ventilation, and ducts and dampers, in ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1–2010 Chapter 4, Design Strategies and Recommendations by Climate Zone, for the appropriate ASHRAE 50% Advanced Energy Design Guide and climate zone.
- BD+C EA: Minimum Energy Performance