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Mass Protection
Guarding against chemical/biological "weapons of mass destruction" means pushing performance-based design beyond fire and security » more
Guarding against chemical/biological "weapons of mass destruction" means pushing performance-based design beyond fire and security » more
Codes & Standards: Engineers Wanted
Codes and standards stand to benefit from the expertise of engineers » more
Codes and standards stand to benefit from the expertise of engineers » more
Imperative Infrastructure
In today's school and office environments, communications services have become indispensable "utilities." These systems are essential to daily operations, and building occupants demand high... » more
In today's school and office environments, communications services have become indispensable "utilities." These systems are essential to daily operations, and building occupants demand high... » more
Imperative Infrastructure
Voice-, data- and video-transmission systems have quickly become a necessary feature of school and office design » more
Voice-, data- and video-transmission systems have quickly become a necessary feature of school and office design » more
Voice-Data-Video Expo Products
To be held May 20-21 in Las Vegas, the second annual Voice-Data-Video Expo pulls all elements of the construction industry together. On this year's agenda is a wealth of special educational seminars... » more
To be held May 20-21 in Las Vegas, the second annual Voice-Data-Video Expo pulls all elements of the construction industry together. On this year's agenda is a wealth of special educational seminars... » more
Pumping Up Big John
When the domestic water-supply system at The John Hancock Center in Chicago began to show its age, the new pumping/control system that was installed did more than simply restore it to its original... » more
When the domestic water-supply system at The John Hancock Center in Chicago began to show its age, the new pumping/control system that was installed did more than simply restore it to its original... » more
Calif. Power Crisis Gives Boost to Solar Power
As Californians brace for another summer of blackouts and price spikes, solar and photovoltaic installations are quickly becoming a popular power alternative, say designers. "With increasing chances... » more
As Californians brace for another summer of blackouts and price spikes, solar and photovoltaic installations are quickly becoming a popular power alternative, say designers. "With increasing chances... » more
Editor's Viewpoint
With many clients, the values that undergird a new construction project—and the business plan developed for it—are often established long before the consulting engineer eyes the concept. On other... » more
With many clients, the values that undergird a new construction project—and the business plan developed for it—are often established long before the consulting engineer eyes the concept. On other... » more
Energy to Spare
Energy efficiency was the focus of opening remarks at this year's American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Winter Meeting. ASHRAE officials discussed the... » more
Energy efficiency was the focus of opening remarks at this year's American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Winter Meeting. ASHRAE officials discussed the... » more
Fanning the Flames of Efficiency
Visitors from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory joined the Arlington Heights, Ill.-based Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) last month to... » more
Visitors from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory joined the Arlington Heights, Ill.-based Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) last month to... » more
Simplex and Grinnell Fire Protection Combine Forces
Forming a major industry alliance, Simplex, a Westiminster, Mass.-based manufacturer of fire-detection and alarm equipment, and Grinnell Fire Protection, a Houston-based provider of fire-suppression... » more
Forming a major industry alliance, Simplex, a Westiminster, Mass.-based manufacturer of fire-detection and alarm equipment, and Grinnell Fire Protection, a Houston-based provider of fire-suppression... » more
Deep Links: Humidity Control and IAQ
This supplement to April's M/E Roundtable on humidity control and IAQ features some of the best Web resources on the topic. » more
This supplement to April's M/E Roundtable on humidity control and IAQ features some of the best Web resources on the topic. » more
Nuclear Power to Make a Comeback?
As Americans, particularly Californians continue to contend with power-supply problems and a bleak energy outlook, public opinion polls are showing renewed interest in nuclear energy. Consequently,... » more
As Americans, particularly Californians continue to contend with power-supply problems and a bleak energy outlook, public opinion polls are showing renewed interest in nuclear energy. Consequently,... » more
Calculating Carbon Emissions
Even a though significant reduction in carbon emissions on the part of utilities is deemed feasible, it is going to require "flexibility mechanisms" such as emissions trading and offsets in order to... » more
Even a though significant reduction in carbon emissions on the part of utilities is deemed feasible, it is going to require "flexibility mechanisms" such as emissions trading and offsets in order to... » more
Middle East and India AC Markets on the Rise
The Middle Eastern and Indian markets for air-conditioning units reached $1.4 billion in 2000, and is expected to grow to $2.1 billion by 2004, according to the United Kingdom-based market research... » more
The Middle Eastern and Indian markets for air-conditioning units reached $1.4 billion in 2000, and is expected to grow to $2.1 billion by 2004, according to the United Kingdom-based market research... » more
New Contractor Organization Formed
A new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) contractor organization—International Service Leadership Inc. (ISL)—has been formed to provide support services to contractors. » more
A new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) contractor organization—International Service Leadership Inc. (ISL)—has been formed to provide support services to contractors. » more
EPA Expands Refrigerant Alternatives List
As part of its Significant New Alternatives Policy program, the United States Environmental Protection Agency is in the process of expanding the list of acceptable alternatives for ozone-depleting... » more
As part of its Significant New Alternatives Policy program, the United States Environmental Protection Agency is in the process of expanding the list of acceptable alternatives for ozone-depleting... » more
The Elements of Green Development
March Deep Links—Sustainable Design: Common threads run through many green development projects. These can be grouped into three broad categories: environmental responsiveness, resource efficiency... » more
March Deep Links—Sustainable Design: Common threads run through many green development projects. These can be grouped into three broad categories: environmental responsiveness, resource efficiency... » more
Hydronic Systems: Are Air and Noise Problems Necessary?
March Deep Links: Many engineers have come to believe in the need for constant venting and are aware of the noise problems quite often associated with hydronic systems. This has resulted in purging... » more
March Deep Links: Many engineers have come to believe in the need for constant venting and are aware of the noise problems quite often associated with hydronic systems. This has resulted in purging... » more
Deregulation Puts on the Brakes
Movement toward electric-industry restructuring has largely been stalled in most states, despite the fact that accompanying energy-efficiency programs have remained strong, concludes a recent study... » more
Movement toward electric-industry restructuring has largely been stalled in most states, despite the fact that accompanying energy-efficiency programs have remained strong, concludes a recent study... » more
BICSI and British Telecom Group Join Forces
In an effort to promote the growth and development of the telecommunications industries in the United States and Great Britain, the Telecommunications Industry Association of Great Britain, and... » more
In an effort to promote the growth and development of the telecommunications industries in the United States and Great Britain, the Telecommunications Industry Association of Great Britain, and... » more
Mass. Board of Ed. Mandates Engineering for K-12
The famous three-legged standard of education—reading, writing and arithmetic—just grew another leg in the state of Massachusetts. And what is the new subject to be incorporated yearly in the state's... » more
The famous three-legged standard of education—reading, writing and arithmetic—just grew another leg in the state of Massachusetts. And what is the new subject to be incorporated yearly in the state's... » more
Living machine
Sustainability: From the pages of Building Design and Construction magazine, this article outlines the design of a university building that is aiming to produce more energy than it consumes. » more
Sustainability: From the pages of Building Design and Construction magazine, this article outlines the design of a university building that is aiming to produce more energy than it consumes. » more
Lighting for the Masses
Effective lighting design for airports and stadiums emphasizes strategic lamp choices and fixture locations » more
Effective lighting design for airports and stadiums emphasizes strategic lamp choices and fixture locations » more
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
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