Therapy for Efficiency

Trane has launched the thermography service to improve the overall HVAC system performance.Heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems play a critical role in the operational efficiency of a building. A safe, reliable and efficient HVAC system is the key to minimising operational costs.Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and solutions and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, has launched the thermography service to identify hidden problems in a chilled water system in order to improve the overall HVAC system performance.Proven techniqueThis new predictive service uses infrared thermal imaging to detect and diagnose thermal emissions of different components in the chilled water system. Typical problems that thermography can detect include loose electrical connections, current overloading, worn contactors, misalignment of shafts and belts and overheating of bearings.“Thermography is an easy and proven way to inspect electrical and mechanical components of a chilled water system in a non-invasive manner, without disruption to system operation,” explains Narinder Pal Singh, Service and Parts Leader for the Trane commercial business in India. “Early detection of potential issues prevents costly system failures and unscheduled downtime. It also helps lower repair costs,” he says.Customised solutionsThe thermography service is executed periodically according to the customer and system needs. A technician of the company takes thermal images of the electrical and mechanical components of the chilled water system that are then reviewed by an expert. He then drafts a detailed report of the current status of these pictured components, stating the possible reasons for any anomalies, recommending repairs or improvements to avoid system failures and optimising reliability of the system.Trane Thermography is offered as part of the Trane Care™ customised services for system reliability. These services include oil and vibration analysis, compressor r’newal™, tube testing and exchanger enhancement programmes.Improving efficiencyThe thermography service along with other Trane Care services, supports the Trane High Performance Building Approach. High performance buildings are safe, comfortable and efficient. Moreover, they meet specific standards for energy efficiency, system reliability, environmental sustainability and occupant comfort and safety.These offerings enable customers to improve reliability, efficiency and cost of ownership. This includes the Trane Select™ and Trane controls predictive and preventive maintenance programmes, Trane Care, Trane Rental and Trane Intelligent Services.Communication by the management of the company)