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Delivering HVAC efficiency with permanent magnet motors

Faced with fluctuating energy prices and increasingly stringent environmental regulations, countless industries are searching for more sustainable and energy-efficient technologies. HVAC is no exception to this trend, but has one key advantage over many other sectors: it already has access to powerful, energy-efficient technology in the form of permanent magnet (PM) motors, paired with variable frequency drives (VFDs).

03/12/2024 10:43:42

One of the key drivers behind the rising demand for energy-efficient technologies lies in the ever-expanding regulatory standards aimed at enhancing building energy efficiency, such as California’s Title 24 Building Code.

Among many other things, the code has stringent requirements for HVAC systems, mandating the use of fans that can operate at multiple speeds. This allows systems to adjust their output based on actual need, rather than running at full capacity continuously.

This regulation is stricter than most, but reflects a broader shift towards energy conservation.

Read the full article in DPA's December 2024 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.