Trending

Recuperation – what should you know before you start work?

Recuperation – what should you know before you start work?
/
/
HeatingInstallations
It takes approx. 3 minutes to read this article

Recuperation is a type of mechanical ventilation with heat recovery. The basis of the system’s operation is the recuperator. The component recovers heat from the polluted air in the house and heats fresh air with it. In addition to this, additional filters can be installed in the recuperator to remove pollutants, allergens and smog from the air.

How the recuperation system works

As mentioned earlier, the center of the system’s operation is a recuperator equipped with a heat exchanger. It pulls air in two directions simultaneously. The first is a stream of fresh air, which comes from outside, is cool and contains pollutants such as smog, dust, dust or insects. The exhausted stream, on the other hand, is full of carbon dioxide and moisture. 

One of the most important stages of recuperation takes place in the heat exchanger. Fresh air and polluted air meet in it. The latter, going outside, gives up its temperature to the cooler stream. As a result, the air inside the recuperation room is fresh and at the right temperature.

How much to pay for the installation?

Before proceeding with the work of installing a recuperation system, it is worth finding out how much you need to pay for the installation of the system. The exact price will depend on factors such as the equipment selected, the characteristics of the property and the financial requirements of the installation company. 

In the case of an area of about 100 m2, the amount will be in the range of 11 thousand zlotys. It is best to decide on mechanical ventilation at the stage of designing the building, this will significantly reduce costs.

Installation of the system – what to remember?

When installing the system, you need to keep in mind several issues. One of the most important is the location of the supply and exhaust ducts. Ideally, they should be installed in rooms such as the bedroom, living room, hallway or study. This will ensure that the air in the most important rooms will have the best quality. Openings should not be placed in the kitchen, toilet, bathroom, rooms with fireplaces, dressing room and pantry.

It is also worth finding out how much air is needed in each room. In the kitchen it is about 60 m3/h, in the bathroom 50 m3/h, and in closed rooms 15 m3/h.

Installation service

When deciding on a recuperation system, you also need to pay attention to its servicing. Be sure to periodically replace the filters. The frequency depends on the intensity of use of the installation. Usually it is from 1 to 2 times a year. Modern systems contain alarms that transmit the controller of the entire system. As a result, there is no need to worry about the user forgetting the replacement date.

Those who decide to install a recuperation system should also regularly wash the exchanger, the component where fresh and old air mix. You need to remove the plastic part from the air handling unit. The next steps are to clean the exchanger under running water, in a bowl or tub, and dry it. This should be done at least twice a year.

It is also necessary to perform an inspection of the system every three years. This will ensure that you do not have to worry about the proper patency of the system and the cleanliness of the air ducts. It is best to outsource this activity to specialized professionals.

main photo: unsplash.com/Michal Matlon

Add comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

*

eight + eight =

Latest articles
Recommended articles
Beautify your office with tasteful cabinets!
/
Beautify your office with tasteful cabinets!
Office cabinets used to be scary in their appearance, there was little finesse in them. It is hard to imagine that contemporary online stores could sell something similar. The technology of wood, the whole field of industrial design in the last twenty years has gone much further, thanks to which many offices and business premises have changed their decor for good, finally becoming places with a proper reputation and high class.
How Can Technology Revolutionize Poultry Health Management?
/
How Can Technology Revolutionize Poultry Health Management?
Explore the transformative impact of cutting-edge technologies in enhancing poultry health management, from monitoring systems to data analytics, ensuring healthier flocks and improved farm productivity.
The Dos and Don’ts of a Successful SEO Audit
/
The Dos and Don’ts of a Successful SEO Audit
Every online business needs an audit of its search engine optimization efforts from time to time. Not only will this help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, but it will also give you valuable insight into what you need to do next in order to make your business more visible online and increase sales conversion rates.