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Heating and Cooling: An Essential Business
During these tough times many Australians find themselves confused over what an “essential” business actually is, and are unsure as to who they can and cannot contact. Rapid Cold would like to confirm that an essential business is defined under the Building Regulations 1994 and includes Air Conditioning Systems, Heating Units and Mechanical Ventilation. Therefore, our technicians and trades will continue their work – unless told otherwise. Please note the health and safety of our staff and customers is paramount, therefore, we are limiting the amount of people inside the showroom until further notice and in home quotes have been restricted with screening questions being given to all customers. Alternatively, inquiries…
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OUR COVID-19 SAFETY PLAN
Rapid Cold Airconditioning would like to confirm that we are moving forward with the next stages toward normal operation. Our Administrative and Sales staff are now operating from the office. Access will require a face mask indoors and Quoting during November-January will require an Appointment to ensure a Sales Consultant is available. Office hours are as continues: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (closed Public Holidays). Sales Consultants are available in person (your home or our office) or via email by appointment only. Installations are still being carried out across our working area. However, limited to and arranged around stock availability. Warranty and Technical Support for existing customers (where the unit…
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Staying Healthy Indoors and Improving Your Indoor Air Quality
How healthy is your home? Health and well being are increasingly hot topics in Australia – but while there’s plenty of talk about diet and exercise, there is one aspect that’s often overlooked: indoor air quality and the health of our home environments. When you consider that we spend as much as 90% of our lives indoors, it makes sense that we should pay attention to the factors that contribute to a healthy home – and one of the most important is the air we breathe. Understanding the indoor air pollution problem So, why is the air in a home such a big deal? Well, mainly because pollutants can lurk…
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Smart Style: Daikin’s US7 is the First 7 Star Split System
Daikin Split System US7 Daikin’s US7 is Australia’s First 7 Star Energy Efficient Reverse Cycle – Daikin Split System This nifty little unit offers much more than your average split system. In fact, Daikin’s US7 is packed with top quality features enabling users to heat, cool, humidify, dehumidify, purify and ventilate air. This truly unique system is one of a kind in the air conditioning industry. The US7 hits the mark for eliminating the need for endless appliances to purify, humidify and dehumidify in one beautifully designed unit. Daikin have created the best heating and cooling solution available for the domestic market. While creating a system that runs efficiently enough…
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Winter is Coming: Benefits of Reverse Cycle Heating Systems
If you are looking to reduce your energy bills this winter – fitting a reverse cycle heating systems (heat pump) could be the answer to your heating needs. Compared to a gas heater you could be looking at huge annual savings to your energy bill, read here. Reverse cycle systems are an energy efficient method of heating or cooling a home Reverse cycle systems operate by extracting and utilising the ambient heat that is in the air outside, or in the ground. Another bonus of these systems is that during summer, they can reverse the cycle and introduce cool air into your home. And when it comes to selling your…
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How Effective is a Split System Heat Pump in Winter?
If you need air conditioning in summer and heat in winter, a reverse cycle heat pump seems like a good idea. But, how effective is it compared to a heating only system? No to Gas Firstly, we should note that we are not considering gas heating. Gas is a fossil fuel and there is simply no way to run gas appliances without greenhouse gas emissions. However, while electricity is in part generated by coal and other fossil fuels, it doesn’t have to be. You can purchase 100% GreenPower or install solar to cover your needs throughout the year and effectively be greenhouse neutral. The economics of gas heating also no…
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Efficient Heating System – Beat the Winter Chills: A Guide to Reverse Cycle Heating
As Melbournians head into the colder months, thoughts turn to staying warm. What’s the best reverse cycle heating system for you? Rapid Cold Air Conditioning discusses the options for an efficient heating system, as well as their pros and cons. In this article we will be focusing on what are arguably the two most popular efficient heating system options. Reverse cycle split systems and reverse cycle ducted air conditioning. Both have advantages and disadvantages, and both suit some people, house designs and climates better than others. So, which is best? No to Gas Firstly, we should note that we are not considering gas heating. Gas is a fossil fuel and…
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VRF Systems – What is a VRF System?
A VRF system is a very sophisticated HVAC system that uses refrigerant as the cooling and heating medium. They are special systems that are gaining popularity and are considered as enhanced versions of multi split systems. They feature heating and cooling, as well as heat-recovery capabilities. But what does VRF system stand for? What is VRV and VRF technology? There are people who erroneously assume that VRV and VRF are different. This is really not the case. The two are the same. The only difference is in the full meanings of their acronyms: VRF stands for Variable Refrigerant Flow while VRV stands for Variable Refrigerant Volume. Though there is little…
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How Good Is Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
When it comes to home air conditioning, reverse cycle has become the common choice for many Melbourne residents. This is a style of air conditioning system with both cooling and heating functions. Besides, winter is short in Melbourne. Thus, reverse cycle air conditioning can help save on heating and cooling costs. Also, it will keep your home at a comfortable temperature. If you would like to know more about reverse cycle air conditioning systems, then this post is for you. Here we will take a look at some benefits of reverse cycle aircon. With this, we can enlighten you more about how good reverse cycle air conditioning is. What is…
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Benefits of Good Air Conditioning
Good Air Conditioning is Literally a Life Saver A study by the Australia State of the Environment group of heat-related deaths found that more than 1,000 Australians died from the heat in 2007. A figure which does not even fully capture the magnitude of the problem when heat is a such common contributing factor to death by other conditions. However, the ABC states that while “heatwaves are Australia’s deadliest natural hazard,…a recent survey has found that many vulnerable people do not have plans to cope with extreme heat”. Therefore, keeping cool with good air conditioning is the best means of preventing heat-related deaths and illnesses, according to the Centres for Disease Control…
