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Volume 2 Issue 1February 2017

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Architects and engineers working in the retail and professional office building markets consistently face the same scenario: the ever-changing need to reconfigure tenant space. As businesses change, their space requirements can fluctuate wildly. They move, they expand, they downsize. And because they do, DXS works alongside architects, engineers and owners to design VRF systems that can be configured – and reconfigured – to meet on-going and changing tenant HVAC requirements.

When it comes to fitting an HVAC system to your commerical space, DXS is with you every step of the way to help you move, change, or grow the way you need to. Here are a few of the key considerations we use to address your concerns when working in the retail and office industry:

• A VRF system creates the opportunity to reduce overall building construction cost, and DXS makes sure to take advantage of that to save each facility money in the long term.

• Because DXS can design a modular VRF system, we can tailor our HVAC to any specifications required by each project.

• To accomodate a constantly evolving business environment,

each system DXS provides can be easily reconfigured after installation as facility needs change.

• The tight temperature controls of a VRF system allow buildings to adjust air conditions in multiple zones for various tenants or activities.

• The experienced staff at DXS can provide products that have the ability to interface with a wide variety of control systems.

• DXS is onsite to guide building staff at five key junctures: onsite training prior to installation, quality control checks during installation, during start-up, 30 days after commissioning for building owner verification, and ongoing training for facility staff

• We make ourselves available after installation to provide fast, dependable service and maintenance support

• With a complete inventory of parts and equipment locally stocked, we can provide anything you need for system modifications or repairs.

Thomas McLaughlin, DXS Principal, was featured in Indoor Environment & Energy Efficency (IE3) Magazine discussing the growing popularity of VRF systems for commercial properties in North America. In the article, Thomas and other industry experts explain the benefits of VRF in retail and office applications, such as decreased electrical requirements, compact size, low sound levels, and design flexibility.

While Thomas notes that energy efficiency is always a top concern for building owners, he says that one of the most attractive selling features of VRF technology is its flexibility to conform to many different building types. As he puts it, “with VRF you design your HVAC system around your building, not your building around your HVAC.” To read the full article from IE3Media.com, click here. To learn more about how a VRF system can fit your commercial facility, click here to contact DXS today.

Tips from the Field

VRF Systems in Commerical Applications

Key Considerations: Retail & Office Projects

VRV IV Install & Commissioning TrainingFebruary 28-March 2, 2017

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VRV III Service & Troubleshoot TrainingMarch 15, 2017DXS Houston Training CenterHouston, TX

VRV IV Install & Commissioning TrainingFebruary 21-23, 2017DXS Houston Training CenterHouston, TX

DXS Round Rock WarehouseRound Rock, TX

HTS/DXS Chili FestFebruary 17, 2017

Firehouse SaloonHouston, TX

VRV IV Install & Commissioning TrainingMarch 21-23, 2017DXS Houston Training CenterHouston, TX

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Project SpotlightThe American Institute of Architects turned to DXS to provide a customized HVAC system for their San Antonio Center for Architecture, located at 1344 South Flores Street in the historic SoFlo area near downtown San Antonio.

“AIA San Antonio is fortunate to have a partner as committed to our industry as DXS is,” said John Mize, 2014 AIA San Antonio President. “They provided their unique expertise and a cutting-edge VRF system for our former space at Pearl Brewery, so we were delighted to work with them again.”

The VRF system provided the facility with multiple benefits in comparison to traditional systems, including energy efficiency and easy design, installation, and maintenance. The ability to control the refrigerant flow throughout the building will benefit The Center for Architecture by allowing its multiple users to control the climate in their own space, while reducing the building’s overall energy costs. Ductless installation prevents heat loss/gain for additional savings.

“Our challenge was to create a functional and sustainable system that will efficiently provide a high level of comfort in a multi-space building,” said Thomas McLaughlin, DXS principal. “Our creative solution uses VRF technology to enable climate control of individual spaces such as large meeting areas and smaller offices, maximizing efficiency and minimizing energy costs.”

As one of the few HVAC providers in the nation to exclusively specialize in VRF solutions, DXS works with engineers, architects and building owners to provide comprehensive support in the design, implementation and maintenance stages. Alamo Architects and OCO Architects provided the architectural design, and worked with Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, who designed the mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) building systems. DXS also worked with mechanical contractor Gillette to install Daikin VRV Systems with a mix of indoor ducted and ductless units, operated by Daikin controls. The finished system qualified for CPS Energy’s VRF energy rebate program.

“Some of our goals for this project were to create a space with a low energy footprint and low operational costs, especially since the space is used for a variety of purposes, including offices, meeting space and large events,” said Cleary Zimmermann’s director of building analytics, Nishant Kanapilly, LEED BD+C. “We kept initial costs down by re-using most of the existing duct work, partitions and equipment in our design. Additionally, Demand Controlled Ventilation using CO2 sensors allows the amount of outside air required to be reduced to a minimum when the spaces are not being used.”

AIA Center for Architecture San Antonio, TX

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