Whole-Building Assessment and Phased Upgrades Drive Successful HVAC Retrofits in South Africa
Retrofitting ageing South African buildings with modern HVAC systems requires a whole-building assessment rather than simple equipment replacement. Mechanical engineer Monde Mokhuma of CKR Consulting Engineers stresses that phased upgrades, hybrid systems, and smart controls help spread capital expenditure while addressing structural and electrical constraints in older structures.
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