ENERGY UPGRADES

Create a state-of-the-art energy performing facility

If your building is over nine (9) years old,  chances are it does not meet the current Energy Code.  And, any system that has been installed for 20 years has probably been modified as an emergency measure to meet some sort of crisis. In most cases,  these modifications result in increased energy consumption and degraded performance.  However, without altering the building envelope, you can still realize energy savings and create a building that is a “21st century state-of-the-art energy performer.”

 

Variable Frequency Drives Make a Big Impact

The air handling systems in a typical office building account for around 28% of the electricity consumed and the cooling systems account for about 24%. About half of your electric bill. Use of Variable Frequency Drives could reduce air handling and cooling energy costs by 20%.

Other Benefits in Performance and Savings

Upgrading with variable frequency drives is a major part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s effort to improve energy efficiency. In addition to making good business sense, installing drives demonstrates corporate environmental consciousness. Drives do more than reduce energy cost:

  • Drives reduce fan noise and duct rumble– reducing tenant complaints.
  • Drives reduce amps during motor starting, lowering demand charges—another significant part of the electric bill.
  • Inherent soft-starting reduces wear and tear on motors and other system components.

UPGRADE OPPORTUNITIES

  • Conditioned air volume that is based on how many people are in a space at any given time.
  • Free cooling when outside temperature and humidity permits.
  • Supply fan horsepower reduction when conditions in a space call for a reduction in airflow.
  • A verified and balanced system that is responding to  the current use of the facility.
  • Timely alerts to shifts in performance.
  • Remote monitoring and correction for all equipment.

BUILDINGS IDEAL FOR USE OF   VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES 

  • Institutional facilities
  • Educational facilities
  • Medical facilities
  • Manufacturing plants
  • Worship facilities
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ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES

We have a compulsive need to ensure that HVAC systems are working correctly.  From an engineering perspective, we gain a thorough understanding of your system and how it should be working—applying sound engineering principles to all design and diagnostic efforts. With at least eight (8) engineers on staff, every UMC technician and project manager is supported by this in-house team.

UNITED IN SAFETY

Starting at the top, United Mechanical has an unwavering commitment to the safety of our personnel, our customers, and all those we come into contact with throughout the day. It is at the heart of our culture and something we are just as focused on, as making sure the HVAC system in your facility is performing optimally and projects are delivered on time.

Think Safe. Work Safe. Go Home Safe.

INTEGRITY

Doing the right thing by the customer, fostering long-term relationships, and putting the best interest of the facility first, is the foundation on which UMC was founded.   We will never recommend goods or services that are not warranted by the design or working  condition of the system in your facility.

Office Phone

704-374-1857

After Hours

704-506-2780

Office Hours

7:30am – 5:00pm