Funded by California Energy Commission's Public Interest Energy
Research (PIER) Program
Advanced Packaged Rooftop Unit
Goals & Objectives
This project will develop, test and demonstrate an ARTU prototype of 5
ton cooling capacity that addresses many of the energy and ventilation
problems found in commercial building mechanical systems. Features of the
ARTU will include improved outdoor air control, improved economizer reliability,
diagnostics and troubleshooting capability, and fault-tolerant design.
The end result will be a unit that operates according to prevailing ventilation
standards, reduces energy use and requires less maintenance.
