Today it is difficult to imagine running a business without air conditioning . Regardless of whether it is an office, shop, hotel, warehouse or production hall, ensuring optimal temperature for employees and customers seems to be one of the absolutely basic duties of every entrepreneur. If you want to find out which air conditioner to choose for your organization, check out our review!
From this article you will learn:
- what types of air conditioners are available on the market,
- what parameters to take into account when choosing an air conditioner,
- what air conditioners are best to install in your company.
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Types of air conditioners
Air conditioners available on the market are divided into two types:
- Portable air conditioners - devices whose all elements fit in one housing. To enable their operation, all you need to do is run the outlet pipe outside the building. They are equipped with a condensate container that requires regular emptying. The disadvantages of this type of air conditioners are their considerable weight, relatively low efficiency and high noise level. They are intended rather for small living spaces.
- Split air conditioners - two-piece units with an indoor and outdoor unit. The first one is installed in a cooled room, and the second one outside the building. Due to the fact that the compressor, condenser and expansion valve, i.e. the main sources of noise, are located outside, the operation of such an air conditioner is not burdensome for employees, customers and guests.
It is also worth mentioning multisplit air conditioners , which differ from standard devices in that they are used to cool several rooms at once. The outdoor unit is then connected to 2 - 5 indoor units, which can be independently adjusted.
Air conditioners are also divided according to the method of installation:
- Wall air conditioner - installed on the wall, under the ceiling.
- Cassette air conditioner - installed in rooms with a suspended ceiling.
- Ceiling-floor air conditioner - suitable for installation both under the ceiling and above the floor.
- Duct air conditioner - installed in a separate room, and only air ducts connect it to the cooled interior.
Due to their wide application and high efficiency, in our review we will only consider wall-mounted split air conditioners , and more precisely, their indoor units.
What parameters should be taken into account when assessing wall air conditioners?
To prepare a reliable review of air conditioners, we assessed the most popular models available in the Onninen offer in terms of precisely defined parameters. We mainly took into account the following criteria:
- Energy class - determining the seasonal efficiency ratio for cooling (SEER) or heating (SCOP). The best devices have class A+++ (SEER ≥ 8.50, SCOP ≥ 5.10), and the poorest devices have class G (SEER < 2.60, SCOP < 1.90).
- Internal Noise - The less noise the unit produces, the higher the unit's rating.
- Additional air filters - in addition to the basic pre-filter, air conditioners can be equipped with additional filter strips or an electrostatic filter that eliminates dust up to 10 micrometers in size.
- Ionization function - intended to additionally purify the air from dust, allergens, bacteria and fungi.
- Additional functions - such as the presence of a WiFi module, 3D air flow (automatic movement of the air conditioner blinds, accelerating air distribution around the room) or a thermometer in the remote control.
When choosing a split air conditioner, you should, of course, pay attention to its cooling power, which should be adapted to the area of the room. If the device is also to be used for heating, the heating power will also be important.
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Overview of air conditioners from the Onninen offer
Our review of the most popular products will help you choose a wall air conditioner for your company. See which device will be the most profitable investment!
Kaisai Fly
In the case of the Kaisai Fly air conditioner, the SEER ( 6.1 ) and SCOP ( 4.0 ) indicators are kept at a relatively high level (classes A++ and A+), which, along with numerous additional amenities, make it an attractive solution with a very wide range of applications. In addition to the WiFi and 3D airflow functions, the device also offers temperature maintenance and a thermometer in the remote control . It is the only one in our review that is equipped with an additional electrostatic filter . The noise level in this case is 21 – 40 dB .
Kaisai Eco
Another air conditioner from this manufacturer - the Kaisai Eco air conditioner - is characterized primarily by energy-saving operation and high efficiency. Similarly to the above model, the SEER index is 6.1 and SCOP is 4.0 (classes A++ and A+). The sound pressure level is slightly higher and reaches 36 - 45 dB . However, the device is an attractive solution, among others, due to the availability of practical functions such as self-cleaning of the evaporator, a temperature sensor in the remote control and the ability to control it using a phone or tablet .
LG Standard 2
This is one of the most popular choices on the market, offering optimal performance at an affordable price. In this case, the energy classes are identical to those in the models described above (A++ and A+), but the SEER index reaches as much as 6.6 and the SCOP index reaches 4.0 . The additional functions include only WiFi support . The advantage ofthe LG Standard 2 air conditioner is the lower noise level of the air conditioner. Its noise level is only 19 dB in low speed mode, and a maximum of 41 dB .
LG Artcool Mirror
This is an elegant air conditioner with matte colors and a glossy front panel. It will look especially interesting in modern offices. Despite a slightly lower SEER of 6.0 (A++) and SCOP of 4.0 (A+), the device is equipped with several additional functions that make it a very attractive choice. We are talking primarily about the WiFi module , 3D air flow and air ionization . The LG Artcool Mirror air conditioner is characterized by quiet operation ( 19 - 41 dB ) and an affordable price.
LG Artcool Gallery
This is a distinctive-looking air conditioner that imitates a picture frame. You can place your own photo in the panel, making the device an interesting decoration for your office or hotel room. Unfortunately, the interesting design is accompanied by less impressive technical properties. Although the SEER index is as high as 6.6 (energy class A++) and SCOP is 4.0 (A+), the LG Artcool Gallery air conditioner is relatively noisy ( 27 - 45 dB ) and is only equipped with 3D airflow functions and a WiFi module .
LG Deluxe
The LG Deluxe air conditioner is distinguished from the models described above by very high SEER ( 7.6 ) and SCOP ( 4.6 ) indicators. Although they also correspond to classes A++ and A+, this device has significantly better performance. Its volume should not exceed 19 - 42 dB . It is also worth paying attention to additional amenities such as WiFi control , 3D air flow and air ionization . Despite its high efficiency and functionality, the price of the air conditioner remains very affordable.
Among the split air conditioners included in the Onninen list, you will easily find the perfect device for your company's headquarters. Remember that users registered in our wholesale store can count on attractive discounts and rebates!