2010 Magazine Archive
December 2010
A doer on a missionAt Air Liquide, Vickie manages the investment development process for North America. At ASME, her commitment is to further the professional stature of mechanical engineers by working through the... » more
Mechanical and electrical engineering: Things that keep me up at nightThere are several emerging mechanical and electrical engineering technical trends that are worrisome to this author. » more
12 New Year’s resolutions for engineersHere’s a road map for career and company refinement and growth heading into 2011. » more
Smart Grid standards for buildings
The development of standards for the Smart Grid provides an early look at what's in store for facilities. » more
The development of standards for the Smart Grid provides an early look at what's in store for facilities. » more
Energy profile: Where have we been, and where are we headed?Looking at energy consumption patterns of the past can help us promote responsible energy use in the future. » more
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The economics of improving power factorA better understanding of power factor, harmonics, electrical distribution systems, and the utility’s billing practices will help reduce electric bills. » more
Enabling smart service with remote dataSuppose you are a generator service organization, maintaining customers’ equipment scattered across your state. Let’s further suppose you have extensive knowledge of the historical performance of... » more
Robust power to the rescueLewis & Clark Regional Water System (LCRWS) of Sioux Falls, S.D., is a consortium of 20 members: 15 cities and 5 rural water districts in southeastern South Dakota, northwestern Iowa, and... » more
MVP Health CareIn the midst of a facility expansion in March 2007, MVP Health Care (MVP), Rochester, N.Y., decided that a reliable mode of standby power was required to ensure smooth operations and to keep all of... » more
The how and why of specifying resistive load banksIn specifying load banks as part of a backup power application, one should start with answering the “why” portion first. » more
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HVAC boiler standardsHeating and power boilers used in HVAC are governed by several codes, including ASME, NBBPVI, NFPA, local and state standards, and a host of others. » more
Healing today’s hospitalsBuilding analysis, energy efficiency, and flexibility are the keys to successful hospital design. This challenge has led administrators to demand more of their healthcare facilities in the way of... » more
Ready, aim, fireWith more than 40 years in fire protection, Martin Reiss’s knowledge and experience in the engineering field takes him around the world working with clients and fire officials. » more
Bring on the bean countersBy involving a tax specialist in a project early in the process, the owner can benefit from tax incentives that reduce the higher first costs of better, more efficient systems. » more
Clear communication equals cashIf you communicate clearly and accurately, you create sales opportunities, increase your hit rate and productivity, and lower your costs. » more
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Designing Efficient Schools: Design StrategiesMEP and HVAC trends for designing a LEED-certified school. » more
Designing Efficient Schools: LEED MEP Related CreditsA Project Checklist and the Impact of MEP Related LEED Credits » more
Designing Efficient Schools: Case StudyChicago Public School Mariano Azuela Elementary School » more
Acoustical Performance Standards for Schools
Updated standards provide recommendations for acoustic criteria for background noise, reverberation, and sound isolation for schools. » more
Updated standards provide recommendations for acoustic criteria for background noise, reverberation, and sound isolation for schools. » more
University Gets Smart With Emergency Power SystemsWith thousands of students living on campus, and working in classrooms and labs, plus the 24/7 need for data centers and security systems, Michigan Tech University could not operate during power... » more
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