HVAC motorized dampers are not very sexy but are very useful. For example, when installed in a building's ventilation system, air conditioning dampers help to cool down occupied areas while shutting off airflow to unconditioned spaces. This type of HVAC damper system keeps people comfortable while lowering energy bills.
Damper manufacturers have upgraded HVAC damper parts in recent years to incorporate sophisticated circuitry that allows workers to control HVAC dampers remotely, reducing the need for "on-site" temperature adjustments.
In the past, HVAC damper systems were found primarily in commercial and industrial applications. Industrial HVAC dampers were necessary to control temperatures in sensitive locations such as computer rooms while ventilating large areas at the same time, such as warehouse areas. But now HVAC damper technology is becoming very popular in residential applications-for the following reasons:
1. Fully-automated HVAC motorized dampers leave the "thinking" to a specialized control system.
2. Building occupants don't have to continually adjust thermostats to maintain comfortable temperature and humidity levels.
3. The cost of installing a system of central air dampers, for example, will pay for itself in money saved from lower air conditioning electrical usage.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Turn to professionals for expert HVAC damper installation
Professional installation of HVAC dampers using proper HVAC damper parts is critical. Many qualified professionals list dampers for HVAC systems as part of their services.
I recommend: You can't discuss dampers without discussing zoning systems. Whether you need an air conditioning damper for your home or industrial HVAC damper for your business, find the professionals who can help you with all of your needs. Professional organizations like the
Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) can recommend residential HVAC contractors and the
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) can recommend commercial and industrial HVAC mechanical contractors.
Realize that a damper manufacturer and zoning equipment manufacturer are two of a kind
The very "guts" of a residential or commercial zoning system are the HVAC dampers. You can't discuss the dampers without discussing zoning and vice-versa.
I recommend: Visit websites of companies such as
Jackson Systems and
Arzel Zoning to find out about the latest HVAC damper system technology. These are the two leading dampers/zone system manufacturers in the HVAC trade.
Get useful tips on HVAC damper installation if you plan to do it yourself
Although HVAC damper installation, such as central air dampers and air conditioning dampers should be handled by trained professionals, there are outlets for do-it-yourselfers who want to tackle the job head-on and save labor costs.
I recommend: Visit the websites of some of leading damper manufacturers such as
RetroZone Inc., which publish instructional guides for zone installations.
Honeywell Zone Controls is a leading name in indoor comfort and is also another good source of information.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- Zoning systems with automated HVAC dampers are becoming a necessity today with issues over indoor air quality, HVAC system efficiency, comfort, and energy costs. Take the time to research the products you need for your home or business.
- The best method of installing industrial HVAC dampers or simple residential air conditioning dampers is to call a professional, licensed HVAC contractor. If you are intent on doing it yourself, learn as much as you can from damper manufacturers.
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