Costs will vary depending on the level of existing monitoring in your building, the number of naturally ventilated spaces, and the number of measurement devices that need to be installed. If you’re already using a BAS, costs will be limited to the parts and labor associated with installing the sensors. On the other hand, if a lot of new equipment is required, costs can be significant.
Multiple CO2 sampling locations throughout densely occupied spaces provide better information and control than a single CO2 monitor for the entire space.
Class-A, commercial office buildings are most likely to have mechanical systems that are compatible with MERV 13 filtration. These buildings commonly supply outside air through air handling or rooftop units and do not experience the same compatibility issues of smaller systems.
Any type of project can have a compatibility issue, but hospitality and multifamily projects are particularly challenging because they are often served by small, packaged systems.
To minimize problems with pressure drop, look for filters that have a low initial resistance to airflow. Generally, the lower the initial resistance to airflow, the lower the energy use. This information can be found on product cut sheets.
