August 2011
Integrating fire protection in building systems
Large-scale building systems integration, such as mass notification systems and video image smoke detectors, are aiming to cut costs and decrease energy usage as well as improve communications during... » more
To excel, change perspective
Develop your engineering career by expanding your worldly view and volunteering with various groups. » more
Smart hospital engineering
To operate properly, hospitals need smart engineering, from the HVAC systems to the fire/life safety and electrical equipment. Here, some expert engineers offer advice on smart hospital engineering. » more
Powering across the globe
Electrical engineer, Jonna L. Bournias, with CH2M HILL, has worked in the area of industrial power in the form of various capital projects for the past 20 years. » more
Benchmarking: Understanding building performance
Conducting an energy performance comparison, known as benchmarking, can boost energy efficiency and lower building operating costs. » more
A giant pressure cooker
The tension has been bubbling in the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering fields for some time now, and it’s causing changes in how these firms do business. » more
Keeping critical power reliable
Preventive maintenance and proactive replacement are key to UPS reliability. » more
Know the newest lighting code
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2010 has a variety of lighting and lighting controls changes. The goal of the newest version was to create a standard that could be used to produce buildings that are 30% more... » more
Going beyond the code
The New York Times Building is a 52-story tower with 1.5 million gross sq ft and is a mix of both office and retail uses with open spaces and floor-to-ceiling glass walls. » more
Smart Grid research revelations
Building owners are looking forward to data-driven energy management opportunities, but need utilities to communicate a Smart Grid value proposition. » more
Achieving net zero with geothermal systems
A net zero building has a neutral carbon footprint, uses only renewable energy, and is net zero in terms of energy, water, and waste. Geothermal systems are one option to achieving this net zero goal. » more
Using chiller plants in humid zones
Dual chiller plants achieved energy efficiency for a federal office building in Washington, D.C.—a humid climate. » more
Mergers and acquisitions on the rise—again
Industry consolidation continues to shape the competitive environment for MEP engineering firms. The biggest MEP Giants are getting bigger. Is this good for our industry? » more
2011 MEP Giants
Over the past year, the engineering firms that make up the 2011 MEP Giants have made a commitment to having a diverse portfolio of building specialties, while continuing to invest in their young... » more
Structuring for success
The 2011 MEP Giants discuss current challenges and how the industry is preparing for what 2012 will bring. » more
Integrating fire protection in building systemsLarge-scale building systems integration, such as mass notification systems and video image smoke detectors, are aiming to cut costs and decrease energy usage as well as improve communications during... » more
To excel, change perspectiveDevelop your engineering career by expanding your worldly view and volunteering with various groups. » more
Smart hospital engineeringTo operate properly, hospitals need smart engineering, from the HVAC systems to the fire/life safety and electrical equipment. Here, some expert engineers offer advice on smart hospital engineering. » more
Powering across the globeElectrical engineer, Jonna L. Bournias, with CH2M HILL, has worked in the area of industrial power in the form of various capital projects for the past 20 years. » more
Benchmarking: Understanding building performanceConducting an energy performance comparison, known as benchmarking, can boost energy efficiency and lower building operating costs. » more
A giant pressure cookerThe tension has been bubbling in the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering fields for some time now, and it’s causing changes in how these firms do business. » more
Keeping critical power reliablePreventive maintenance and proactive replacement are key to UPS reliability. » more
Know the newest lighting codeANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2010 has a variety of lighting and lighting controls changes. The goal of the newest version was to create a standard that could be used to produce buildings that are 30% more... » more
Going beyond the codeThe New York Times Building is a 52-story tower with 1.5 million gross sq ft and is a mix of both office and retail uses with open spaces and floor-to-ceiling glass walls. » more
Smart Grid research revelationsBuilding owners are looking forward to data-driven energy management opportunities, but need utilities to communicate a Smart Grid value proposition. » more
Critical operations power systems application
How NFPA Standard 70 and Article 708: Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS) is being interpreted and applied, and how to respond with standby systems design when COPS is levied on a project. » more
How NFPA Standard 70 and Article 708: Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS) is being interpreted and applied, and how to respond with standby systems design when COPS is levied on a project. » more
Achieving net zero with geothermal systemsA net zero building has a neutral carbon footprint, uses only renewable energy, and is net zero in terms of energy, water, and waste. Geothermal systems are one option to achieving this net zero goal. » more
Using chiller plants in humid zonesDual chiller plants achieved energy efficiency for a federal office building in Washington, D.C.—a humid climate. » more
Mergers and acquisitions on the rise—againIndustry consolidation continues to shape the competitive environment for MEP engineering firms. The biggest MEP Giants are getting bigger. Is this good for our industry? » more
2011 MEP GiantsOver the past year, the engineering firms that make up the 2011 MEP Giants have made a commitment to having a diverse portfolio of building specialties, while continuing to invest in their young... » more
Structuring for successThe 2011 MEP Giants discuss current challenges and how the industry is preparing for what 2012 will bring. » more
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