Clima Uno, a renowned Italian brand for air handling units and fan coil units and fully-owned subsidiary of the UAE-based Al Shirawi Group, says its air handling unit has been awarded higher ratings of thermal transmittance (T2) and thermal bridging of the casing (TB3) following the latest round of testing by Eurovent Certification. 

The improved ratings are a mark of enhanced mechanical performance of the unit, says the company. Other facets assessed include acoustic insulation, mechanical strength of the casing (D1), casing air leakage (L1) and filter bypass leakage (F9). 

The certification is proof of the stringent checking Clima Uno air handling unit has been subjected to and implies that the equipment can deliver superior performance even in the region’s harsh climate.

Tarek Maleh, operations and technical manager, Clima Uno Air Conditioning Industries, says: “As a responsible HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) manufacturer, we believe in constantly upgrading our products to cater to the market needs. By delivering reliable, cost-effective and energy-efficient products, we continue to be at the cutting edge of air-conditioning technology.”

The new ratings are applicable to Clima Uno’s recirculating air handling units, fresh air handling units and energy recovery ventilators. In addition to the certification, each component that makes up the air handling unit bears hallmarks such as AMCA (Air Movement and Control Association)-certified fans, AHRI (Air-conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute)-certified cooling coil, CE certified motor and UL (Underwriters Laboratories)-listed filter.

The Eurovent Certification for air handling units is based on internationally-recognised European Standards EN 1886 for mechanical performance and EN 13053 for rating and performance for units, components and sections. The certification programme is managed by Eurovent Certification Company, an autonomous and widely acclaimed organisation.