HVAC systems, when properly designed and maintained, can provide comfortable environments year round. For many facility owners, however, a conventional air conditioning system in certain applications creates a dilemma - either the temperature is at the desired level or the humidity is at the desired level, but not both. This is the case, because conventional air conditioning systems are not designed to properly handle humidity levels at varying conditions, while simultaneously keeping the space at the desired temperature.
The other issue facility owners face is the dilemma between running an efficient HVAC system that minimizes energy costs, and running a system that ensures the comfort of tenants or building occupants. Often times the two will clash because the facility owner wants to keep the system at one temperature and the occupant or tenant wants to vary the temperature based on their specific comfort level. As a result, the building environment may resemble a cave - cold and damp.