There are a lot of factors that contribute to employee productivity and efficiency in a work environment. Most people know that one of the most important is physical comfort, so money is spent on ergonomic desks and chairs with lumbar support, but oftentimes the role the commercial HVAC system plays is overlooked.
Without a properly managed commercial HVAC system, employees can get too cold to focus, or so warm that they feel tired, sluggish, and uncomfortable. This frustration can lead to underperformance and overall reduced productivity in the workplace. Read on to learn more about how your HVAC system affects thermal comfort, air quality, health, and noise, which all contribute to establishing a happy and productive workforce.
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Commercial HVAC System Impacts
Thermal Comfort
Just like in a home, one of the biggest arguments and complaints relating to comfort stems from the temperature. Some like it colder, some like it warmer. The temperature needs of your employees will of course fluctuate with the seasons, but understandably, the winter and summer are the biggest times for complaints. It is at these times when your furnace and air conditioner need to be working optimally.
It is your responsibility to find a happy medium to keep your employees comfortable and working efficiently. While it will be up to you to determine the best temperature for your commercial HVAC system, the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration recommends 68-76 degrees Fahrenheit as a good compromise.
Air Quality
Everyone has sat next to (or been) the employee with terrible allergy problems. Not only is it uncomfortable for the sufferer, but also distracting for everyone around. In fact, studies have shown that poor air quality can result in up to a 10% reduction in productivity. Keep allergens like pollen and dust out of your workplace by making sure you use a commercial HVAC system that ventilates and filters your air.
Health
While filtering out allergens is important when it comes to office health, there are other pollutants that need to be managed as well. Your commercial HVAC system should be able to maintain optimal indoor humidity levels in order to prevent the growth of mold, bacteria, and other germs.
Noise
Noise can be a big distraction in the workplace, especially if your commercial HVAC system is making strange, abnormal ones. While it is true that your employees probably have gotten used to the sound of air flowing through vents and the whirring of the machinery, your clients and customers may not be. Modern commercial HVAC systems help mitigate these issues with sound dampening technology and other innovations engineered to reduce noise.
Learn More About Picking the Best Commercial HVAC System
With so much depending on your HVAC system, workplace efficiency should be at the top of everyone’s mind when it comes to commercial HVAC systems. From choosing the best system for efficient heating and cooling to maintaining your system, the heating & air conditioning experts at Galmiche & Sons in St. Louis can help! Contact us online or by phone to learn more and to schedule a service appointment in the greater St. Louis area.
