Here, we will discuss what HVAC setpoints are, the different types of setpoints you will encounter, and how setpoints can work for your operations.
What are setpoints?
Setpoints are temperature control settings crucial for maintaining optimal conditions for your building. They are implemented in phases by the GlacierGrid team.
Setpoint Types
The two primary setting types are Cooling Setpoints (CSP) and Heating Setpoints (HSP).
- Cooling Setpoints (CSP): Defines the temperature at which the cooling cycle activates the unit. This is usually the higher number in the range.
- Heating Setpoints (HSP) - Determines the temperature at which the heating cycle activates the unit. This is typically the lower number in the range.
Each piece of equipment you have will have two sets of CSP and HSP – one for unoccupied hours (when the location is empty) and one for occupied hours (when the location has staff or customers on-site).
Comfort Settings
During implementation of our energy management system we set up energy efficiency setpoints that follow the guidelines set by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers. These ‘Comfort Settings’ provide a gradual transition within your HVAC systems to energy efficiency while ensuring you can easily acclimate to the shift in your cooling settings.
- Comfort Settings Phase 1:
- Occupied and unoccupied setpoints are set to their pre-GlacierGrid setpoints.
- Comfort Settings Phase 2:
- Occupied hours: 68°F - 73°F
- Unoccupied hours: 60°F - 84°F
- Comfort Settings Phase 3:
- Occupied hours: 68°F - 74°F
- Unoccupied hours: 60°F - 85°F
How do I edit my setpoints?
To learn how to edit your setpoints, check out our guide on editing your setpoints.
If you have any further questions about your HVAC setpoints, please contact support@glaciergrid.com for assistance.