1. The nature and function of the facility
The HVAC design must take into account:
- type of activity (e.g. food production, logistics, office use),
- emission of pollutants (dust, fumes, gases),
- sanitary and hygiene standards,the need for zonal separation (e.g. clean/dirty zones in pharmaceutical warehouses).
2. Regulations and legal requirements
The design must comply with:
- the Regulation of the Minister of Infrastructure of April 12, 2002, on the technical conditions to be met by buildings and their location,
- PN-EN 16798-1 – guidelines for indoor air parameters,
- health & safety (OHS) and fire protection standards,
- energy efficiency and heat recovery requirements.
3. Energy efficiency
Modern HVAC systems should:
- include heat recovery solutions (e.g. recuperation),
- allow for zoning and automated control,
- integrate with Building Management Systems (BMS),
- utilize renewable energy sources, such as heat pumps.
4. Operation and maintenance
A good design ensures not only system performance but also ease of maintenance, service access, and low operating costs. Designers must work closely with contractors and investors to select durable, practical, and well-thought-out solutions.
5. Multidisciplinary coordination
HVAC systems are among the most complex installations in a building. They must be carefully coordinated with the structural, electrical, plumbing, and process systems. At BAUREN, we ensure such coordination comprehensively — during the detailed design stage and within the BIM model.