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DG2021-13-205 REV B _ THE KENT – UNIT 903 HVAC DG2021-13-204 REV B _ THE KENT – UNIT 703-704 HVAC
Sinclair wired controller with wi-fi function for ducted split ( controls the indoor units temperature set point ).
9 000btu indoor ducted unit diffuser housing : return air extracted from the bottom grill and supplied through the front facing horizontal grill to ensure cooling comfort . but also reduces the overall footprint of the equipment which contributes towards long term energy savings . As a key differentiator , R32 boasts an ozone depletion potential of zero , and serves as a more environmentally friendly alternative with a global warming potential ( GWP ) of 675 . These properties have proven R32 a practical and attractive option for air-conditioning and heat pump systems .
Recognising R32 future market potential , Sinclair , a wholly owned subsidiary of Beijer Ref , introduced R32 HVAC split , a multi-splits system , to the European market with phenomenal adoption . Metraclark , the largest wholesaler in Southern-Africa ( subsidiary of Beijer Ref Africa ) officially launched Sinclair as part of its main HVAC portfolio in February 2022 .
The Kent is a seven-storey residential building situated in La Lucia KwaZulu-Natal ( Durban ) area . It consists of eight ‘ New-York styled ’ apartments per floor , while the overall design encapsulates striking modern features while incorporating energy efficiency and sustainability as part of the design philosophy within every step of the build .
The unique topological layouts of each apartment demanded a modular HVAC solution which would ensure ease of final installation , while allowing for custom indoor unit selection based on the internal heat load requirement of each individual living area . With Durban historical temperatures souring up to 38 ° C at a relative humidity of 80 %, it was estimated that the entire building would require a total of 845kW worth of cooling towards ensuring seamless comfort of its occupants . Not only would Sinclair multi-split HVAC systems seamlessly marry the client ’ s energy performance requirements , but also facilitate ease of installation while occupying a minimal footprint .
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Primary HVAC contractor : Boris Badenhorst from Truholdings Group ( www . truholdingsgroup . com ). www . refrigerationandaircon . co . za