rtu hvac definition
An RTU is a type of AHU. AHU stands for Air Handling Unit and the acronym RTU means Rooftop Unit. The Roof Top Unit is an outdoor AHU. As RTUs are mounted on the roof, there is no concern about creating extra space indoors for it as would be the case for the other types of AHU.
Glossary of HVAC terms. HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) is a major subdiscipline of mechanical engineering. The goal of HVAC design is to balance indoor environmental comfort with other factors such as installation cost, ease of maintenance, and energy efficiency.