WINNER: Air Conditioning Product of the Year 2010
The judging panel praised the Rhoss Adaptive Function Plus, a predictive control system for water
chillers and heat pumps.
By using its predictive control, the AFP system matches multi-scroll compressor operation to actual working conditions.
The Adaptive Function Plus therefore overcomes the variation in seasonal cooling demands by regulating the water’s set point, thus reducing chiller/heat pump energy consumption by as much as 36 per cent in winter mode and 18 per cent in summer mode, along with proportionate reductions in carbon footprint.
In simple terms, the AFP ensures that in chiller mode, the highest possible water leaving temperature is delivered while still maintaining user conditions, and in heat pump mode, the lowest possible temperature.
In addition, the AFP features a virtual tank function, allowing chillers and heat pumps to operate with considerably less water volume per kW of cooling or heating capacity. As a result, in some circumstances the AFP completely eliminates the need for a buffer tank without causing short cycling, impaired operation and premature failure normally associated with an insufficient system water volume.
The judges described the AFP as “an exceptional product”.
“These awards are the pinnacle in terms of achievement within our industry and make a big difference to those who win”
Iain Robertson, joint managing director, Lindab
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