Introduction

True comfort is invisible
— felt only in the air around you.

We refine every detail of temperature, humidity, purity, and flow,
creating air that not only cools, but uplifts
Because happiness begins with every breath.
That’s why we relentlessly pursue the science of air
And solve its challenges to bring perfect comfort to every moment.

The Importance of Indoor Air

We spend more than 80–90% of our time indoors, at home, in the office, or in other enclosed spaces. Every environment where we live, learn, and work is filled with air that directly affects our health, comfort, and productivity.
On average, each person breathes about 14,400 liters of air every day, making indoor air quality one of the most essential yet often overlooked aspects of daily life.

The Challenge of Air Quality Control

Maintaining high-quality indoor air is not easy. Outdoor air entering buildings is no longer as clean as it once was, and unlike temperature or lighting, air quality is invisible and difficult to measure.
Finding the right balance between fresh air, comfort, and energy efficiency has become a constant challenge for building owners and facility managers.

Air Quality Problems

They come from both outdoor
and indoor sources.

Since people live and work indoors, maintaining good indoor air quality is essential. Outdoor air must be properly filtered, cleaned, and conditioned before entering to ensure a healthy and comfortable environment. Properly managed outdoor air helps achieve healthy Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) while minimizing the impact on energy efficiency. Without this process, air would simply leak in through building gaps, bringing excess heat, humidity, and pollution that compromise both comfort and energy performance.

Internal Problem

CO₂ accumulation indoors

Without sufficient ventilation, CO₂ levels can quickly rise in classrooms, offices, and childcare facilities, leading to fatigue, headaches, and reduced concentration.

VOCs, Formaldehyde

These are gases released from building materials, furniture, cleaning products, and even office equipment especially in a newly constructed building. In poorly ventilated spaces, VOCs can accumulate and cause headaches, dizziness, eye irritation, or long-term health effects.

Discomfort factors

Uncontrolled humidity not only leads to mold but also makes people feel sticky, sweaty, and uncomfortable, reducing the overall quality of life indoors.

Biological risks

Viruses and bacteria can travel through poorly filtered air. Combined with high humidity, this creates conditions where mold can grow, triggering allergies, respiratory problems, and discomfort.

External Problem

Outdoor pollution entering indoors

Bringing in fresh air is essential, but today’s outdoor air often carries particulate matter and traffic emission that can worsen indoor air quality instead of improving it.

Indoor Air Quality
and Indoor Environmental Quality

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) are at the heart of healthy and productive living.
IAQ ensures that the air inside buildings is fresh, clean, and balanced—free from excess CO₂, pollutants, and other gases.

IEQ goes beyond air cleanliness, combining thermal comfort, humidity, light and sound to create spaces where people can truly thrive.

At Daikin, we believe everyone deserves to live and work in environments
with high IAQ and IEQ. Guided by our vision “Perfecting the Air”

We are committed to delivering solutions that not only protect health and well-being but also improve energy efficiency. Through innovations like Outdoor Air Processing Units (OAPU) and Heat Reclaim Ventilator (HRV), Daikin supports buildings in achieving healthier, more sustainable, and more comfortable spaces for all.

Case Study

CASE 1

University Classroom

Problem

University classrooms are often packed with students for long hours. This leads to a rapid build-up of CO₂ and a lack of fresh air circulation. Poor ventilation reduces concentration, comfort, and learning efficiency.

Solutions

VAM (Ventilation Air Module)
Outdoor air is introduced and pre-conditioned through heat exchange. This helps maintain healthy CO₂ levels, ensures fresh air supply, and keeps the learning environment comfortable while reducing energy loss.

CASE 2

Childcare

Problem

Rayong faces sea heat, coastal humidity, and airflows carrying pollutants from surrounding industrial zones. These conditions heighten children’s sensitivity to poor air quality, especially in closed classrooms with insufficient ventilation, increasing risks of illness and discomfort.

Solutions

OAPU (Outdoor Air Processing Unit)
It supplies treated fresh air at low temperature and low humidity to maintain positive pressure, preventing outdoor pollutants from entering and ensuring clean, comfortable indoor air.

CASE 3

Office Building

Problem

Office workers spend 8–10 hours a day indoors. Poor ventilation leads to high CO₂, discomfort from humidity, and a higher risk of airborne infections. At the same time, uncontrolled outdoor air infiltration adds heat, dust, and energy costs.

Solutions

VKM (Ventilation Kit Module)
Office spaces demand both high indoor air quality and energy efficiency. By combining heat reclaim ventilation with a DX coil, VKM balances fresh air supply and energy saving, reducing air-conditioning load while delivering clean, cool, and comfortable air throughout the workspace.
These controlled ventilation and temperature management also help maintain conditions aligned with the ASHRAE 55 standard.

Solutions

Before we faced the indoor air problems in a General system

In an air-conditioned space with closed windows, viruses and CO2 will accumulate, posing potential health risks.
Conversely, opening the windows provides natural ventilation to release these contaminants. it sacrifices comfort by allowing in heat, humidity, and PM2.5 particulates, leading to high temperatures.

A superior approach for both comfort and healthy air is implementing mechanical ventilation to manage contaminants and temperature effectively. Introducing ...

Daikin System Solutions
Ventilation Class 1
  • Both air supply and exhaust are Mechanically Controlled
  • Supplies fresh air and gently dilutes indoor air for comfort.
  • Keeps the room Comfortable and Energy-Efficient
Product Solutions
Ventilation Air Module (VAM)
Ventilation Kit Module (VKM)
Ventilation Class 2
  • Mechanical Supply, Natural Exhaust
  • Prevents Dirty Outdoor Air from entering
  • Keeps a Clean and Positive-Pressure environment
Product Solutions
Outdoor Air Processing Unit
(OAPU)

Ventilation Air Module (VAM)

  • Type :Heat Reclaim Ventilator
  • Ventilation :Class 1 Supply fresh air and Exhaust air

Function

Brings outdoor air into the building while exchanging heat with the cooler exhaust air that is discharged outside. This process pre-cools the incoming air and prevents conditioned air from being wasted, helping to maintain comfort and save energy.

Ventilation Kit Module (VKM)

  • Type :Heat Reclaim Ventilator with DX-Coil
  • Ventilation :Class 1 Supply fresh air and Exhaust air

Function

Treats outdoor air by cooling and dehumidifying before supplying it indoors. In addition to heat exchange with exhaust air, the system is equipped with a DX coil that further cools and dehumidifies the incoming air, delivering low-temperature and low-humidity fresh air. This reduces the load on the air conditioning unit and saves energy, while improving indoor air quality with fresh air at a controlled temperature and humidity.

Outdoor Air Processing Unit (OAPU)

  • Type :Outdoor Air Processing Unit (OAPU)
  • Ventilation :Class 2 Supply fresh air only

Function

Delivers conditioned outdoor air into indoor spaces as a supply-only system, creating positive pressure that helps prevent dust and outdoor pollutants from entering. Suitable for high-risk or sensitive areas, the unit is equipped with a DX coil to provide low-temperature, low-humidity air for enhanced comfort and air quality.