November 2011
Engineering standby power systems
Standby systems design requires focusing on electrical protection to ensure safe, reliable operation and the physical protection of standby system equipment and distribution from natural catastrophes... » more
Implementing variable refrigerant flow systems
Several challenges and opportunities face HVAC engineers when implementing variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems. » more
Engineer climbs to new heights
Sunondo Roy, the vice president for CCJM Engineers, talks about his past experiences as a multidisciplinary engineer and how these experiences have shaped him. » more
Performance art
Performing arts centers and museums play host to a wide range of virtuoso concerts, exhibits by master artists, and other special events. It stands to reason, then, that such structures require... » more
Rainwater harvesting system design
Collecting, filtering, and reusing rainwater is an expensive concept and lengthy process, but can benefit a facility with a reasonable return on investment. » more
Natural ventilation: Who, what, when, where, why, and how
What you need to know when considering natural ventilation or a mixed-mode scheme, specifically with regard to the use of climate data in the evaluation of natural conditioning potential by season... » more
Building better professional relationships
Learn to communicate in a professional manner, while building strong relationships. » more
Commissioning hospital electrical systems
Electrical systems in today’s hospitals should be commissioned as an integral part of every healthcare engineering project. » more
Performing enhanced commissioning design review
Commissioning agents should inspect and test building systems early in the design process. » more
Energy savings shine bright in Texas
Lock Joint Tube's manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas, has been able to reduce energy costs by installing a power-factor correction capacitor system. » more
Data center epitomizes 'mission critical'
The Indiana University Data Center in Bloomington features Tier III, N+1 redundancy, cost-saving flywheel UPS technology, and switchgear with full bypass capability to help ensure power reliability. » more
Engineering standby power systemsStandby systems design requires focusing on electrical protection to ensure safe, reliable operation and the physical protection of standby system equipment and distribution from natural catastrophes... » more
Implementing variable refrigerant flow systemsSeveral challenges and opportunities face HVAC engineers when implementing variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems. » more
Engineer climbs to new heightsSunondo Roy, the vice president for CCJM Engineers, talks about his past experiences as a multidisciplinary engineer and how these experiences have shaped him. » more
Performance artPerforming arts centers and museums play host to a wide range of virtuoso concerts, exhibits by master artists, and other special events. It stands to reason, then, that such structures require... » more
Fine-tuning a career
No matter what point we’re at in our personal lives or professional careers, we never stop learning. » more
No matter what point we’re at in our personal lives or professional careers, we never stop learning. » more
Rainwater harvesting system designCollecting, filtering, and reusing rainwater is an expensive concept and lengthy process, but can benefit a facility with a reasonable return on investment. » more
Natural ventilation: Who, what, when, where, why, and howWhat you need to know when considering natural ventilation or a mixed-mode scheme, specifically with regard to the use of climate data in the evaluation of natural conditioning potential by season... » more
Building better professional relationshipsLearn to communicate in a professional manner, while building strong relationships. » more
Updating HVAC standards
Staying informed on codes and standards is imperative to keep your knowledge current—from ASHRAE to USGBC. » more
Staying informed on codes and standards is imperative to keep your knowledge current—from ASHRAE to USGBC. » more
Commissioning hospital electrical systemsElectrical systems in today’s hospitals should be commissioned as an integral part of every healthcare engineering project. » more
Performing enhanced commissioning design reviewCommissioning agents should inspect and test building systems early in the design process. » more
Energy savings shine bright in TexasLock Joint Tube's manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas, has been able to reduce energy costs by installing a power-factor correction capacitor system. » more
Data center epitomizes 'mission critical'The Indiana University Data Center in Bloomington features Tier III, N+1 redundancy, cost-saving flywheel UPS technology, and switchgear with full bypass capability to help ensure power reliability. » more