March 2011
Centering on data
With the need to balance a number of complex, changing demands (such as scalability, sustainability, and shifts in codes), data center projects are among the most complex an engineer can face. Here,... » more
Treat yourself to training
This year, build a career habit to invest in sharpening your skills. » more
Practical and persistent
Licensed professional engineer Neal R. Kuula brings practicality to design and an understanding of the client's needs and requirements. » more
Leaders doing the right things
By being deliberate and focusing on doing the right things, you’ll be spending your time correctly » more
Integrated design of electrical rooms
Electrical engineers should coordinate with mechanical engineers, architects, structural engineers, and others involved in the design of electrical rooms. » more
Seismic codes for nonstructural engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components are not always taken into account when the thought of earthquakes comes up, but proper attachment to the structure can be just as important as proper... » more
Engineering a sustainable school
A Virginia school includes a geo-solar system in its HVAC upgrade. Engineers designed a system that was architecturally integrated, offering students a unique learning tool. » more
System integration improves corporate campus
Johnson Controls' LEED-certified global headquarters in Glendale, Wis. features innovative lighting design and an HVAC system that integrates renewable energy sources among other sustainable... » more
Advancing PUE with smarter data center power
By integrating more monitoring and digital control capabilities, data center managers can squeeze even greater performance and efficiency from existing data center power equipment. » more
Specifying generators for mission-critical environments
Engineers must consider size, fuel capacity, and grounding when designing mission-critical standby power systems. » more
Sound advice on attenuating genset noise, vibrations
Whether they’re used for prime power, standby, or emergency service, diesel generators make noise—lots of noise. Here’s how to lower genset noise to an acceptable level. » more
Shedding light on photovoltaic projects
The use of photovoltaic (PV) technology as a renewable energy source grew in 2010. Will this trend continue? PV projects can be challenging unless you know the ropes. Here a group of experts shed... » more
Centering on dataWith the need to balance a number of complex, changing demands (such as scalability, sustainability, and shifts in codes), data center projects are among the most complex an engineer can face. Here,... » more
Treat yourself to trainingThis year, build a career habit to invest in sharpening your skills. » more
Practical and persistentLicensed professional engineer Neal R. Kuula brings practicality to design and an understanding of the client's needs and requirements. » more
How to select the right motor starter
Engineers should consider various factors and different types of units when selecting a motor starter in a commercial building project. » more
Engineers should consider various factors and different types of units when selecting a motor starter in a commercial building project. » more
Leaders doing the right thingsBy being deliberate and focusing on doing the right things, you’ll be spending your time correctly » more
Integrated design of electrical roomsElectrical engineers should coordinate with mechanical engineers, architects, structural engineers, and others involved in the design of electrical rooms. » more
Handling the heat
Using heat load information with thermal characteristics of the electrical room envelope engineers to establish a cooling load allows mechanical engineers to accurately select the size of their... » more
Using heat load information with thermal characteristics of the electrical room envelope engineers to establish a cooling load allows mechanical engineers to accurately select the size of their... » more
Seismic codes for nonstructural engineeringMechanical, electrical, and plumbing components are not always taken into account when the thought of earthquakes comes up, but proper attachment to the structure can be just as important as proper... » more
Engineering a sustainable schoolA Virginia school includes a geo-solar system in its HVAC upgrade. Engineers designed a system that was architecturally integrated, offering students a unique learning tool. » more
System integration improves corporate campusJohnson Controls' LEED-certified global headquarters in Glendale, Wis. features innovative lighting design and an HVAC system that integrates renewable energy sources among other sustainable... » more
Advancing PUE with smarter data center powerBy integrating more monitoring and digital control capabilities, data center managers can squeeze even greater performance and efficiency from existing data center power equipment. » more
Specifying generators for mission-critical environmentsEngineers must consider size, fuel capacity, and grounding when designing mission-critical standby power systems. » more
Sound advice on attenuating genset noise, vibrationsWhether they’re used for prime power, standby, or emergency service, diesel generators make noise—lots of noise. Here’s how to lower genset noise to an acceptable level. » more
Shedding light on photovoltaic projectsThe use of photovoltaic (PV) technology as a renewable energy source grew in 2010. Will this trend continue? PV projects can be challenging unless you know the ropes. Here a group of experts shed... » more