Air handlers, like the rest of the HVAC industry, continue to evolve thanks to new technology enhancements. By incorporating increased motor efficiency, design improvements and the utilization of energy recovery options, manufacturers are producing units that are more efficient, intelligent and connected than ever before.
In fact, the global air handling unit market, which was estimated at $6.93 billion in 2016, is projected to reach $12.91 billion by 2026, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7 percent from 2016 to 2021, according to a report from MarketsandMarkets. The rising usage of air handling units across various application sectors such as commercial buildings, hospitals, industries, universities, data centers and server rooms is expected to fuel the growth of the air handling units market, the report notes.