December 2010
Preparing for air quality initiatives
Changing air quality regulations are affecting everyone from large industrial and power plants to small manufacturers, universities, and colleges. Uncertainty has always been a component of air... » more
Fire protection engineering: Where are we today? Where are we going?
When this article was being written, the question was raised, “What keeps fire protection engineers up at night?” The first and foremost answer is the fear that a major fire catastrophe may be just... » more
Keeping up the pace
I’m not sure what it is about the cold, dark days of December that makes everyone so reflective, but it’s a good time to take stock of where we’ve been and where we’re headed. » more
Right-sizing HVAC
Improperly designed HVAC systems can be a source of headaches. Too big for a project and they can lead to huge bills, both at the outset and over years of operation; too small, and they don’t provide... » more
Mechanical engineering: What are we in for?
Current technologies are vastly different than the technologies in place when most mechanical engineers started. » more
DOE rules impact transformer efficiencies
Building designers must keep the Dept. of Energy’s new standards when selecting and evaluating distribution transformers. » more
Why choose medium-voltage drives?
Energy savings and other benefits of more common, low-voltage AC drives are becoming well known. Medium-voltage drives, operating from higher electric supply, bring ‘heavy lifting’ capability and... » more
Building engineering confidence through market knowledge
Supplementing engineering knowledge with market knowledge will grow your career and your company’s business. » more
A doer on a mission
At 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 night
There are several emerging mechanical and electrical engineering technical trends that are worrisome to this author. » more
12 New Year’s resolutions for engineers
Here’s a road map for career and company refinement and growth heading into 2011. » 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
Energy future: Insights into the U.S. energy portfolio and consumption patterns
Measuring commercial buildings’ energy use is the key to curbing energy waste. » more
Fuel flow equals data flow
Designing a standby power system for a data-intensive application requires not only the right generator for the load requirements but also the most reliable fuel available. » more
Conducting an arc flash study
Consulting engineers have an opportunity to provide real-time arc flash diagnostics remotely to their customers. » more
Consulting engineers have an opportunity to provide real-time arc flash diagnostics remotely to their customers. » more
Preparing for air quality initiativesChanging air quality regulations are affecting everyone from large industrial and power plants to small manufacturers, universities, and colleges. Uncertainty has always been a component of air... » more
Fire protection engineering: Where are we today? Where are we going?When this article was being written, the question was raised, “What keeps fire protection engineers up at night?” The first and foremost answer is the fear that a major fire catastrophe may be just... » more
Keeping up the paceI’m not sure what it is about the cold, dark days of December that makes everyone so reflective, but it’s a good time to take stock of where we’ve been and where we’re headed. » more
Right-sizing HVACImproperly designed HVAC systems can be a source of headaches. Too big for a project and they can lead to huge bills, both at the outset and over years of operation; too small, and they don’t provide... » more
Mechanical engineering: What are we in for?Current technologies are vastly different than the technologies in place when most mechanical engineers started. » more
DOE rules impact transformer efficienciesBuilding designers must keep the Dept. of Energy’s new standards when selecting and evaluating distribution transformers. » more
Why choose medium-voltage drives?Energy savings and other benefits of more common, low-voltage AC drives are becoming well known. Medium-voltage drives, operating from higher electric supply, bring ‘heavy lifting’ capability and... » more
Three stages for implementing arc hazard protection: Part 3
This third part in our series on arc hazard protection focuses on choosing management systems that are both effective and sustainable in the long term. » more
This third part in our series on arc hazard protection focuses on choosing management systems that are both effective and sustainable in the long term. » more
Building engineering confidence through market knowledgeSupplementing engineering knowledge with market knowledge will grow your career and your company’s business. » more
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
Energy future: Insights into the U.S. energy portfolio and consumption patternsMeasuring commercial buildings’ energy use is the key to curbing energy waste. » more
Fuel flow equals data flowDesigning a standby power system for a data-intensive application requires not only the right generator for the load requirements but also the most reliable fuel available. » more