About this program:

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As building owners and designers face rising energy efficiency goals, changing refrigerant regulations, and electrification mandates, Hybrid Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems offer a forward-looking solution. By transferring heat via water loops, these systems remove refrigerants from occupied spaces, enhancing occupant safety, simplifying code compliance, and reducing environmental impact. At the same time, they maintain the comfort and efficiency of traditional VRF systems, allowing for simultaneous heating and cooling across zones and seamless integration with dedicated outside air systems to meet energy code requirements such as ASHRAE 90.1.

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This session will explore system components, layout, design considerations, and real-world applications, providing attendees with practical knowledge to implement safer, more sustainable HVAC solutions.

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Who should attend: mechanical engineers, system designers, architects, facility managers, contractors, and sustainability professionals interested in next-generation HVAC solutions.

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What You'll Learn:

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1. Benefits of removing refrigerant from occupied spaces

2. How Hybrid VRF differs from standard VRF systems

3. Building types best suited for Hybrid VRF

4. Strategies for integrating ventilation

5. Resources and next steps for system design

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About the Presenter:

 

With over a decade of experience in the built environment, Mackenzie is a seasoned professional specializing in HVAC systems. A proud graduate of the University of Maine, Orono, with a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mackenzie has dedicated her career to enhancing indoor air quality and energy efficiency in various projects from both a design standpoint and manufacturer's rep standpoint. With her current position at Mitsubishi Electric Trane US (METUS), she assists engineers and design-build contractors with heat pump and VRF system selections, and provides training on optimizing system design and efficiency. Mackenzie has also been an active member of the Maine ASHRAE chapter, including serving as chapter president from 2018-2019.

 

Program Level:

 

Intermediate

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Content Area(s):

All Buildings

Ventilation

New Technologies

Ventilation

Filtration

Other: A2L Refrigerants

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