Does Each Commercial Space Need Their Own AC Unit?

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When you operate a commercial space, you want to have high quality air conditioning that everyone can be comfortable with. However, in a large space, this can get expensive. One big AC unit can be a great solution for some commercial spaces, but in others, you may need more than one AC system or some kind of zone control. In most cases, a single AC unit can cool multiple temperature zones, but it depends on the type of system and the layout of the space.

If you have different spaces within your commercial space that require specific temperature control, then you likely would benefit from zoned temperature control. In a residential building, you can have this type of zoned temperature control through a split system within the building’s ductwork. However, this may require multiple AC units on the rooftop of the building, which can cause clutter. Zoning can reduce the number of AC units, but it can also be expensive.

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A VRF system, variable refrigerant flow, is a newer HVAC method in the U.S., but it can be ideal for easy temperature control. Since VRFs rely on heat pumps and heat recovery systems, it is easier to have temperature customizability within a commercial space. In addition, they are ductless and take up minimal space.