HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) and refrigeration systems are business-critical infrastructure. They enable employees and customers to operate in a comfortable environment, ensure appropriate air quality levels, and keep food at temperatures safe for consumption. 

However, these systems also represent a major operating expense, as they use a significant amount of energy, cause significant downtime when they fail and are expensive to repair. 

Monaire uses advanced HVAC and refrigeration monitoring to help businesses save money, reduce energy and repair costs and avoid downtime. 

What is HVAC and refrigeration monitoring?

HVAC and refrigeration monitoring is the process of monitoring and analyzing the performance of HVAC and refrigeration systems in order to identify problems and optimize their operation. Monitoring involves collecting data from various sensors and devices that are installed on the system, and using this data to track the performance of the equipment, identify problems, and make adjustments as needed to keep the equipment running at peak efficiency.

There are a number of different types of sensors and devices that can be used in HVAC and refrigeration monitoring, including temperature sensors, humidity sensors, smart thermostats, air flow sensors, and energy meters. These sensors and devices continuously send data to a central monitoring system. Software algorithms running on these central monitoring systems analyze sensor data to detect problems with the equipment, optimize its operation, and improve energy efficiency.

Some examples of algorithms that may be used in HVAC and refrigeration monitoring software include:

1. Machine learning algorithms: These algorithms can be used to analyze patterns in the data collected from HVAC systems and identify trends that may indicate a problem with the equipment.
2. Control algorithms: These algorithms can be used to adjust the operation of the HVAC system in real-time in order to optimize energy usage and maintain a comfortable environment.
3. Fault detection algorithms: These algorithms can be used to detect problems with the equipment, such as a malfunctioning sensor or a failure in the system.
4. Energy consumption optimization algorithms: These algorithms can be used to analyze the energy usage of the HVAC system and identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and save money.

Overall, the specific algorithms used in HVAC monitoring software will depend on how much monitoring is desired, as well as the type and complexity of the HVAC system being monitored. 

Monaire’s platform uses a combination of all 4 types of algorithms (machine learning, control, fault detection and energy optimization) to detect all types of potential problems and identify a wide range of energy usage reduction opportunities.

How does monitoring HVAC and refrigeration systems save money?

By monitoring these systems, small businesses can identify areas where they can improve energy efficiency and reduce their energy costs.

There are a few specific ways in which HVAC and refrigeration monitoring can save money for small businesses:

1. Keep businesses running and avoid downtime: By monitoring HVAC and refrigeration systems, small businesses can identify problems early and fix them before they become major issues. This can help avoid downtime.
2. Optimizing energy usage: HVAC and refrigeration monitoring can help small businesses to optimize the energy usage of these systems. For example, by adjusting the temperature and humidity levels in a building or by implementing schedules, small businesses can reduce their energy costs while still maintaining a comfortable environment for their customers and employees.
3. Reduce repair costs: By monitoring HVAC and refrigeration systems, small businesses can reduce the need for emergency repairs. This can help to reduce maintenance costs and improve the reliability of these systems.

Why aren’t many small businesses monitoring their HVAC and refrigeration equipment?

Two reasons – 

1. Monitoring equipment and software is expensive and beyond the reach of most small businesses today. 
2. Taking action on alerts raised by monitoring algorithms, making adjustments to systems and coordinating technicians require dedicated facility managers and know-how.

How is Monaire’s monitoring different? 

Monaire’s HVAC and refrigeration platform has been designed specifically for small businesses. Monaire uses innovative wireless sensors and gateways to monitor HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Wireless sensors are cheaper to install and retrofit into existing systems. This allows Monaire to offer monitoring equipment to small businesses at a very low cost.

Monaire’s software algorithms are hosted in the cloud and do not require any specialized equipment on-site.

Monaire is one of the first HVAC and refrigeration monitoring providers to combine monitoring sensors and algorithms with Monaire’s technician services network. This allows Monaire to take action on problems identified by the monitoring algorithms without needing any intervention from the business owner or their employees.