Packaged rooftop units are some of the most popular commercial HVAC systems in NYC. They are pre-engineered for cost-effectiveness, yet they are also adaptable to work in many different industries.
If you’re looking for an efficient option for heating and cooling your New York City building, consider a packaged rooftop unit installation, replacement, or retrofit from AFGO Mechanical Services. We are a family-owned commercial HVAC industry leader with nearly a century of experience serving NYC, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. As a family-owned and -operated business, you can trust us to deliver unwavering honesty and dedication to our clients.
To learn more about packaged systems, or to request NYC rooftop unit installation, please contact us at (718) 478-5555.
What is a Packaged Rooftop Unit?
When air conditioning components are assembled within one cabinet, it’s considered a packaged unit. This differs from split systems more commonly used in residential applications, which house the evaporator coil and fan separately from the compressor and condenser. Some rooftop units also have heating capabilities. The term “rooftop unit” is used to describe a packaged unit installed on the roof. However, packaged units can also be slab-mounted on the ground.
Need to have your packaged rooftop unit serviced or installed? If so, please call AFGO at (718) 478-5555 today.
How Do Packaged Rooftop Systems Work?
In a typical rooftop unit, the compressor is located at one end of the cabinet, and the condenser coils are wrapped around or in close proximity to it. Rooftop units that also provide heating often contain a gas heat exchanger downstream from the evaporator fan.
In cooling mode, warm return air from the building travels through the ductwork into the packaged system. Fresh outdoor air enters as well, for ventilation purposes. Air filters are positioned over the return air duct and fresh air intake to prevent contaminants from landing on the delicate HVAC equipment.
In heating mode, cool return air is discharged into the heater, where it blows over gas-fired coils. A fan then sends the newly heated air back into the building.
The Refrigerant Cycle
Here’s how packaged rooftop systems use refrigerant to cool a building:
- Cool, liquid refrigerant flows through the evaporator coil.
- The pressure drops and the liquid evaporates, converting it into a gas.
- As warm return air passes over the evaporator coil, the refrigerant extracts heat from the air.
- The resulting ice-cold air blows into the ductwork and circulates back into the building.
- The refrigerant leaves the evaporator coil as a warm gas.
- As it flows through the compressor, the refrigerant compresses into a hot, high-pressure gas.
- Then, it flows into the condenser coil. The metal fins on the coil act as a heat sink, absorbing heat from the refrigerant while the condenser fan blows this heat away from the building.
- The now-cooled liquid refrigerant begins the cycle all over again.
The refrigerant cycle repeats continuously until the temperature in the building reaches the temperature set on the thermostat.
Contact AFGO to find out more about how packaged rooftop systems can efficiently heat and cool your business.
Benefits of NYC Rooftop Unit Installation
There are several reasons why packaged rooftop systems are the most common choice for commercial buildings in New York City:
- Packaged units keep all operating components outdoors for a quieter interior.
- Packaged construction simplifies HVAC maintenance.
- Rooftop systems are easier to install.
- Rooftop installation saves space on the ground
Install a Packaged Rooftop Unit in NYC
If you’re interested in installing, replacing, or retrofitting your packaged rooftop system, turn to AFGO for the services you need. We are proud to serve businesses throughout NYC, Brooklyn, and Manhattan with high-end solutions that maximize comfort and energy efficiency.
For more information about how packaged rooftop systems work, or to schedule HVAC services in NYC, please contact us today at (718) 478-5555.
Industries We Proudly Serve Throughout Manhattan and New York
AFGO’s unparalleled commercial HVAC expertise, extensive engineering capabilities, and uncompromising work ethic are just part of the formula that enables us to grow with no end in sight. Our pride in excellence and a sense of urgency that’s second to none set us apart from our competitors. This work ethic has afforded us the opportunity to do business with many of the nation’s most prestigious retailers with flagship stores in Manhattan along with New York City’s top management, institutional, hospitals, healthcare, and much more …
Commercial Office Buildings
Luxury High-Rise Residential
Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities
Assisted Living Facilities
Biomedical Facilities
Hotel & Hospitality Groups
Property Management Firms
Banks & Financial Institution
Multi-Site Facilities
Retail Operations
Private & Shared Office Spaces
Restaurants
Educational Institutions
Movie Theaters & Museums
Computer/Data Center Cooling
Warehouses & Factories
Houses of Worship
Searching for commercial HVAC service “near me” in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, or Westchester County? Contact us online today to schedule commercial heating and cooling services in the NY metro area.
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