ASSESSING the LOAD
1.SIZE of Building—in cubic footage including all areas under one air conditioning zone.
2.CONFIGURATION of Layout—open plan versus cubicles, large space versus rooms.
3.AIR FLOW/MOVEMENT—direction of the air movement, identifying returns/grills.
4.VENTILATION—identifying exhaust systems and fresh air make-up systems.
5.AIRHANDLER Style—single room units, central, zoned, apparatus on duct system.
6.OCCUPANTS Number/Type—changing number of occupants, unique type, pets.
7.CONTAMINANTS Type/Level—unique problems associated with that environment.
8.OTHER Purification/Filtration—type of filtration, smoke-eaters, other systems in place.
9.PLACEMENT Options—type of ductwork, availability of outlets, location of returns.
10.LIFESTYLE Habits—how the facility is used, when open/closed, how managed.
