International. Over the next five years, double-digit growth in shipments of air quality sensors for demand-controlled ventilation (DCV) systems is expected, according to a study developed by IMS Research.
In addition, IMS Research estimated that nearly 850,000 CO2 sensors (the most commonly used in DCV installations) were used in automation systems in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas in 2010.
The report also pointed out that the implementation of DCV systems has suffered a significant increase in the last 18 months, which has been reflected in the demand for sensors for this type of facility.
Undoubtedly, the search for better energy performance in buildings is one of the main reasons why builders and installers are preferring systems that activate air conditioning according to the conditions of occupation and air quality of the spaces, thus maximizing the efficiency of the system.
Therefore, the study does not hesitate to affirm that the DCV will continue with a growth trend in the coming years and predicts that it will probably become consolidated as the standard for air conditioning installations.
Finally, the report said that although growth in temperature, humidity, pressure and occupancy sensors used in building automation is also expected, the increase in demand for air quality sensors will be much faster.
