HVAC:

HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Because the operation of these systems is so intertwined, VMS Consultants employs people who work together to design them. The ventilation system, for example, distributes the internal air supply throughout the indoor regions after heating or cooling it to an acceptable temperature. The operation of air-handling systems influences the strain on heating and cooling equipment.

NYC Building Codes apply to HVAC installations:

The majority of HVAC installation rules are established by the NYC Mechanical Code. However, many system components are also subject to requirements from other codes:

• The electrical components of the HVAC system must adhere to the NYC Electrical Code.
• HVAC installations involving combustion equipment, such as furnaces or boilers, must also be in accordance with the New York City Fuel Gas Code.
• The NYC Plumbing Code applies to both hydronic HVAC systems and domestic hot water systems.

What are the benefits of HVAC engineering consulting?

VMS consultants (engineering) can optimise the HVAC installations in your building in three ways:

• Better control over temperature and moisture in the air, while the ventilation system minimises the accumulation of air pollutants by maintaining an adequate flow of fresh air.

• Increased energy efficiency: HVAC installations consume more than 60% of the energy in many NYC buildings. As a result, HVAC energy-saving measures can provide a compelling return on investment.
• Reducing building emissions: HVAC advice can help you make your facility more environmentally friendly. This is accomplished as a byproduct of energy efficiency, although HVAC equipment can also be powered by cleaner energy sources. You can, for example, convert your space heating and domestic hot water systems to use natural gas instead of heating oil, or you can install electric heat pumps to eliminate the need for combustion appliances entirely.