HVACR manufacturers looking for sustainable and energy-efficient products

The opportunities are enormous and continually evolving. The foremost requirement is adequate MEP planning, timely execution, and less maintenance. The construction is a never-ending process, the same way continual activity goes along MEP. The conditions, like mechanical ventilation and AC, electrical and plumbing and firefighting, will always be critical parts of the construction in any space, shape or design. MEP covers design aspects in residential, commercial or industrial categories. Today, every client has in-house MEP engineers to oversee the design aspects, execution and billing.

 

Automation and collaborative robotics 

Automation allows for creation of collaborative robots that can take instruction from humans. Automation and Robots can work hand in hand to automate operational tasks. Today, active jobs are less preferred by youth. The large scale operators realise the benefit of finding and adopting the right automated technology solution for their plant operations. The automation will provide for improvised output, better efficiency and reduced human errors. 

 

Skilled workforce availability for MEP and challenges 

Regarding quality, not enough skilled workforce is available, though the numbers speak on a higher side. A sufficient practical exposure followed by periodic learning is needed to gain skills in all three verticals, viz., mechanical, electrical and plumbing. But that attitude is lacking in individuals. The statistics around the skilled workforce are combined with rising costs and new challenges. Furthermore, about a quarter of the ageing workforce is planning to retire by 2030. The skills of the trade will also leave with them.

 

The newly deployed workforce can equip themselves for the most efficient future, which is possible through – 

• Better Software (Out with old Autocad-based workflows and In with Revit.) 
• Online certifications programs of Energy Efficiency and 

 

Green Building certifications. 

• Training programs from OEMs, Companies & organisations like ISHRAE, FSAI, and IPA chapters.

 

Service flexibility for MEP installations projects 

At the moment, many visible changes are happening within the construction industry. And visibly, these changes are being driven by mechanical, engineering and plumbing (MEP) projects. Integrating the mechanical and engineering components should influence the overall architectural concept and structural design.

MEP projects are, therefore, more beneficial for architects. It allows them to be more informed when using CAD drawing services to design the building layout, providing them with all the necessary information. This provides the ability to foresee potential problems before entering the construction phase.

The importance of Shop drawings from the MEP consultants’ office resolves almost 90 per cent of the coordination issues at the site. This process of enabling shop drawings ensures that the clients, architects and structural teams should be aware of the planning on day One. This is more time efficient and cost-effective for the project. If this step does not take place, you risk a delay in schedules due to a review of the revisions. 

Many architects overlook essential items, which can result in problems down the line as MEP projects differ from other projects. A good design is critical. Architects must know what they need to achieve before the project starts.

 

Design changes for HVACR manufacturers 

HVACR manufacturers need to push for the right sustainable and energy-efficient products. They must also keep in mind the challenges emerging due to high ambient conditions, space constraints, and less access to zero access for the kind of maintenance needed in the future. Of course, keeping a tab on the commercial implications is necessary. 

 

Techniques available to safeguard the contractor’s role 

The below-mentioned techniques should be followed consistently to safeguard contractors’ / sub-contractors roles. He must have in-depth knowledge of types of HVAC systems and their methodologies, acute Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. HVAC contractors must have extensive knowledge of safety standards and procedures. He also must be willing to continue learning and training and provide timely guidance to support the team. 

 

Energy-efficient measures

 Energy-efficient measures to enhance the performance of data centres include ensuring effective cooling systems for servers that run on high temperatures. They contain a hot and cold aisle within the server / DC areas. Variable speed fans and drives should also be deployed as one of the multiple measures. Still another measure is an improvisation of Underfloor air pressure management through upgrades. In conclusion, among energy efficient measures, adopting Liquid cooling for CPUs and installing energy monitoring software are the most prominent ones.