Monday 12 November 2012

Scroll Technology



Today Scroll technology has replaced conventional piston compressor technology as the industry standard. The compressor is much quieter, reliable and energy efficient as compared to others. For the longest time people from countries with developing economies such as India were apprehensive about buying air conditioning systems for their homes and offices because of the running costs of AC units. The electricity bills would be quite a bit higher than before the system was installed. Being the heart of the AC unit, the traditional compressors were responsible for high electricity consumption. Because of the introduction of scroll technology in air conditioning systems, now manufacturers have an opportunity to continue and use such advance air conditioning technology for better energy efficiency and responsible use of refrigerants.  

Leon Creux was the person who first patented the scroll compressor in the United States of America and France in the year 1905. Since at that time, high tolerances required in sealing the compression chambers were unavailable, these compressors were not used. The concept was only revisited in the 1970s, after which new modification were made to the technology and used in HVAC products. Today however, the scroll technology is considered the most modern and apt for cooling products. There are quite a few advantages of using such innovative technology in HVAC instead of the traditional compressors. Some of the benefits are in aspects like reliability, efficiency, vulnerability and size.

Compared to other compressors the compressors made using scroll technology have fewer moving parts. This translates into more reliability, less maintenance and lesser noise. There is less chance of a breakdown in the system since this compressor has no valves. The design of a scroll compressor allows it an ability to produce higher cooling in comparison to the older models. This means energy efficiency and less electricity bills for the consumer. Not only is this aspect profitable for the individual or business using such cooling solutions, but also for the environment as it generates lesser carbon footprint. The new scroll technology compressors are compact and well-balanced. While this does not make a big difference when it comes to small air conditioning units for homes and offices, it does make a huge difference for commercial units. In the olden days large commercial complexes or supermarkets would need a separate room to keep them. The new technology saves consumers space as well as money spent in accommodation of the compressors.

Most wise consumers these days, not only look at brand name, reputation of the company, design of the model, and star rating, but also pay attention to the mechanism used to make the product. As a consumer the best way to save on energy and electricity usage, is to buy an air conditioning unit that uses scroll technology in their compressors. In India, most reputable brands known for their air conditioning units use this technology in their products.

Sunday 11 November 2012

Emerson Climate Technologies



Emerson Climate Technologies is one of the world’s leading brands in providing solutions for consumers’ air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation and heating needs. They have products designed for industrial, residential as well as commercial applications. Known for manufacturing of technically superior products and services, the company focuses on protecting the environment, safeguarding food from harm and decay and human comfort, by creating energy efficient climate systems that are reliable and made out of high quality materials. Some brands that are part of the company today are Browning, Copeland, Dixell, Emerson, Fusite, Intelligent Store, Therm-O-Disc, Vilter, and White Rodgers providing state of the art design, engineering, installation, distribution and monitoring.

The various products offered through Emerson Climate Technologies can be covered in three sections according to their applications, namely residential, commercial and industrial. In the residential bracket they offer air conditioning solutions, ceiling fans and heating solutions. The commercial bracket includes box retail, food service, schools, supermarkets, transport, office buildings, medical facilities, and convenience stores, while the industrial applications include cold storage, warehouse & distribution, food & beverage, industrial heating, industrial cooling, gas compression, microelectronics, pharmaceuticals, and recreational ice. The company has thousands of products and models. For instance, Emerson offers more than 10 thousand Copeland compressor models in a variety of technologies.

With product categories taking in everything including AC drives, bearings, belt drives, compressors, ceiling fans, controls, compressors for electronics, systems for electronics, condensing units, motors, software, valves, thermostats and much more, it comes as no surprise that the brand is well-known and celebrated the world over, including countries like India. In fact, Emerson recently introduced its scroll compressor technology for residential air conditioning units for the Indian market. This scroll compressor is made by Copeland Scroll and substantially improves the energy efficiency factor of the system and its reliability. This has been done in collaboration with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), which is a part of the Union Ministry of Power in the Government of India.

Emerson Climate Technologies is not just another company that is looking to rule the market. This is a brand that has made a significant commitment to educate the consumer and marketplace about the value and advantages of energy efficiency and products that consume less energy. In addition to this, they believe that the best way to capture the market is by being genuinely interested in solving the consumers’ problems. They pride themselves at recognizing the customers’ wants and needs, and developing new technologies and innovative solutions to meet them. For example, the company’s Plant Web digital architecture from Emerson Process Management has enabled customers from the field of process manufacturing industries to achieve better efficiency, more productivity and safer plant operations.

Saturday 10 November 2012

Air Conditioner Price in India



If a person wants to buy any electrical appliance for the home or office, the first factor in mind for comparison is the price tag. This is true of any consumer from around the world. And while this is a factor, the issue is only when this is the only factor or the prime factor of a customer’s decision process. An average air conditioner price in India can vary greatly from one manufacturing company to another depending on the type of technologies used to build it. At the present time, some of the most expensive air conditioning systems happen to be the ones selling most on the market. If you are wondering how come this is so, read on for the answer and more information.

We live in a world threatened by global warming and other environmental damage. Natural resources such as water should be conserved and used wisely. With such threats at our doorstep, it is high time not just industries and manufacturers, but consumers buy smart products that ensure the least amount of carbon footprint. A number of electrical appliance manufacturers are taking this scenario into consideration and designing products that do less harm to the environment, while not affecting their efficiency or productivity in any way. For example, we now have air conditioner systems, refrigerators, microwave ovens, water heaters, etc. that use a lot less electricity than the same products designed a few years ago.

If we consider buying air conditioner units for our homes, offices and commercial usage, the focus is no longer on just brand names and prices, but on factors such as features on the product, its design, aesthetics, energy efficiency, and so on. People are now doing the smart thing and looking at the complete picture, meaning the whole life cycle cost of the AC system, rather than its initial cost. A life cycle cost includes the initial cost, the running cost, and the maintenance of the system. The initial cost consists of the price of the system plus the money you will be spending to have it installed. The running cost entails your electricity bills, while the maintenance cost depends on the quality of the system and the cost of its spare parts in case something has to be changed at a later date.

These days air conditioner price in India depends on how many (BEE) stars the unit carries. Units that have 5 star ratings are the most expensive, as the manufacturers have to tweak the design and use more expensive material to build it. On the bright side units that carry high star rating are more energy efficient and are bound to save you a lot of money over the years.

Friday 9 November 2012

5 Star Rated AC



If you are looking to buy an air conditioning system for your home or office, look for a 5 star rated AC. Why? Well, here are some reasons to convince you to do so.

First of all, if you think about why you didn’t buy an AC unit until now, you will realize that you either didn’t need one or were too worried about the kind of hike it would bring to your electricity bill. There was a time when one would miss the cool and comfort provided by air conditioning only in the peak summer months. The average Indian would dream of owning an AC. This may be the reason, having an AC became somewhat of a status symbol. Some of the best offices in town were air conditioned and so were the homes owned by the cream crowd of the city, but today air conditioning is more of a need than anything else. Global warming, unpredictable climate change, pollution and dust have made it a more convenient option of ventilation as compared to the traditional ceiling fans or open windows.

Today even the most modest of homes in cities that are closer to the equator, have air conditioned homes and offices. If you have wondered how they can afford it, here are a few facts that may put light on the situation. Technology has developed leaps and bounds since the last time you checked. Electrical appliances are now monitored by a government body known as the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). In fact, if you are looking to replace your old air conditioning unit, you are in for a pleasant surprise. Expect an eight per cent or more saving on your monthly electricity bill. And yes, it comes to a substantial amount over the months and years of use. If you have bought the old unit in 2010, you must be aware of the star rating. And by the way, the 8% we are discussing is over and above that, as from January 2012 energy efficiency of AC has been further enhanced to save more power.

Today all air conditioners have a star rating specified on the unit. While the star rating ranges from one to five, the 5 star rated AC units are the most energy efficient as compared to others. You may notice that 5 star rated air conditioners are a bit more expensive than its counterparts. If this is a factor in your decision making process, it may be of help to know that even though you might be spending a little more in initial cost, you will end up saving thousands of rupees in your running cost and electricity bills. You can use the mobile based application (app) launched by the BEE to calculate your AC energy consumption.