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The Mysteries of Motor Control
Unlocking the truth about motor controls requires diligent planning, extensive research and careful specification » more
Unlocking the truth about motor controls requires diligent planning, extensive research and careful specification » more
Drive to Succeed
Not all variable-frequency drives are the same—knowing the application and drive options ensures that specs are on the mark » more
Not all variable-frequency drives are the same—knowing the application and drive options ensures that specs are on the mark » more
Humidity Counts—In the Right Amounts
Planning ahead for humidity control can save facilities from a number of IAQ problems » more
Planning ahead for humidity control can save facilities from a number of IAQ problems » more
New Products & Literature
The latest in building-system componentry from the pages of our April issue. » more
The latest in building-system componentry from the pages of our April issue. » more
Preserving History—and Lives
Meshing fire safety and preservation goals in historic structures is a challenge for engineering firms » more
Meshing fire safety and preservation goals in historic structures is a challenge for engineering firms » more
Recruiting 101
With the challenge of hiring and retaining good talent becoming more acute, engineering firms are rethinking their recruitment strategies » more
With the challenge of hiring and retaining good talent becoming more acute, engineering firms are rethinking their recruitment strategies » more
How Older Engineers Fare
The notion that older engineers are at a disadvantage when it comes to employability may not necessarily be the case... » more
The notion that older engineers are at a disadvantage when it comes to employability may not necessarily be the case... » more
ARI Adds Certification Program
After five years of development, the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), Arlington, Va., has launched a new Air-to-Air Energy Recovery Ventilation Equipment Certification program,... » more
After five years of development, the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), Arlington, Va., has launched a new Air-to-Air Energy Recovery Ventilation Equipment Certification program,... » more
Revenues and Acquisitions on the Rise
Engineering firms posted strong revenue growth in 2000 and a growing interest in merger and acquisitions, according to two recent surveys conducted by Zweig, White & Associates, Inc. (ZWA), a... » more
Engineering firms posted strong revenue growth in 2000 and a growing interest in merger and acquisitions, according to two recent surveys conducted by Zweig, White & Associates, Inc. (ZWA), a... » more
Let's Talk Telco
The growth of Internet data centers —buildings that house computer servers and networking equipment and have the potential to consume as much power as a small city—were the focus of a recent... » more
The growth of Internet data centers —buildings that house computer servers and networking equipment and have the potential to consume as much power as a small city—were the focus of a recent... » more
Confusion, Standby Power and the NEC
February Deep Links: Some significant confusion has crept into the industry that now leaves the electrical inspector wondering if the installation he is reviewing really does meet the requirements of... » more
February Deep Links: Some significant confusion has crept into the industry that now leaves the electrical inspector wondering if the installation he is reviewing really does meet the requirements of... » more
New York Schools Need Engineers
Engineers in New York can anticipate more work opportunities at city schools, thanks to a new state regulation requiring that five-year building condition surveys for occupied school buildings be... » more
Engineers in New York can anticipate more work opportunities at city schools, thanks to a new state regulation requiring that five-year building condition surveys for occupied school buildings be... » more
Fast-Track Growth for Fiber-Optic Cable
The average annual growth rate for cable consumption will increase 10 percent over the next five years, reaching $39.4 billion by 2005, according to projections made by ElectroniCast Corporation, a... » more
The average annual growth rate for cable consumption will increase 10 percent over the next five years, reaching $39.4 billion by 2005, according to projections made by ElectroniCast Corporation, a... » more
200 kW Private Solar Array Planned for Calif.
The largest solar array in Los Angeles is in the works at Johnson & Johnson's Neutrogena division's corporate offices, thanks to incentives from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power... » more
The largest solar array in Los Angeles is in the works at Johnson & Johnson's Neutrogena division's corporate offices, thanks to incentives from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power... » more
On the Integration of Computer-Controlled Building Systems
February: Control-System Integration A consulting engineer takes a look at some of the dangers inherent when integrating controls. » more
February: Control-System Integration A consulting engineer takes a look at some of the dangers inherent when integrating controls. » more
Calif. to Reward Energy Efficiency with Federal Funds
As the first state to award federal funds for energy-efficiency, the California Energy Commission is distributing $50 million in grants for electricity peak load reduction. » more
As the first state to award federal funds for energy-efficiency, the California Energy Commission is distributing $50 million in grants for electricity peak load reduction. » more
Despite Slow Down, Construction to Grow in 2001
Even though construction activity won't grow as dramatically as it did in the year 2000, a moderate growth of 5 percent is projected, according to the Raleigh, N.C.-based market research firm FMI... » more
Even though construction activity won't grow as dramatically as it did in the year 2000, a moderate growth of 5 percent is projected, according to the Raleigh, N.C.-based market research firm FMI... » more
New California Law to Send Government Projects to Private Sector
Consulting engineers in California are expecting to see more government work now that Proposition 35 on November's ballot has been voted into law. By a vote of 60 percent to 40 percent, California... » more
Consulting engineers in California are expecting to see more government work now that Proposition 35 on November's ballot has been voted into law. By a vote of 60 percent to 40 percent, California... » more
Utility Ends Dereg Deal
More than two years ago, municipal utility Seattle City Light signed a two-year deal to supply electricity to all 38 Nordstrom stores in the state of California. However, the utility has refused to... » more
More than two years ago, municipal utility Seattle City Light signed a two-year deal to supply electricity to all 38 Nordstrom stores in the state of California. However, the utility has refused to... » more
Creating Value in Engineering Firms
Professional engineering firms traditionally have had difficulties in transitioning their firms. When the originating generation wishes to retire, three options frequently taken are:If the plan is to... » more
Professional engineering firms traditionally have had difficulties in transitioning their firms. When the originating generation wishes to retire, three options frequently taken are:If the plan is to... » more
Distribution Generations Meets the Challenge
Times have changed," says Mark Gerken, president of American Municipal Power-Ohio, Inc. (AMP-Ohio). "Several years ago, the market was stable and it was possible to buy power in reasonable annual... » more
Times have changed," says Mark Gerken, president of American Municipal Power-Ohio, Inc. (AMP-Ohio). "Several years ago, the market was stable and it was possible to buy power in reasonable annual... » more
Ten Tips for Quality Compressed Air
These suggestions are some of the most effective actions that a design professional can take to design a quality pneumatic-air system-and to ensure that it is maintained correctly: Maintain a low dew... » more
These suggestions are some of the most effective actions that a design professional can take to design a quality pneumatic-air system-and to ensure that it is maintained correctly: Maintain a low dew... » more
And There's Sludge
One of the systems revisited at the plant was the sludge-handling system, which had gone through a number of changes and evaluations.An air dryer was added in 1991 to the air supply of the... » more
One of the systems revisited at the plant was the sludge-handling system, which had gone through a number of changes and evaluations.An air dryer was added in 1991 to the air supply of the... » more
Withstanding the Test of Time
A decade later, a wastewater design engineer gets the chance to review the design and operation of a pretreatment plant at an auto-parts manufacturer » more
A decade later, a wastewater design engineer gets the chance to review the design and operation of a pretreatment plant at an auto-parts manufacturer » more
Web Threads
A monthly compendium of facts and figureswww.boston.com/globe/search/ ("State Pushes Engineering"... » more
A monthly compendium of facts and figureswww.boston.com/globe/search/ ("State Pushes Engineering"... » more
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