September 2011
Proactively preparing for the Smart Grid
The ability to measure and benchmark building performance is an integral component of Smart Grid technologies; building owners that implement data collection systems now will be better positioned for... » more
Understanding Tier 4 requirements: Ensuring cost-effective compliance
One of the main issues currently affecting the power generation industry is the applicability of Tier 4 certification versus Tier 4 compliance. » more
Clean extinguishing agent helps save the Alamo
During a fire, The Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library saved numerous historical documents from the flames thanks to a solution called fluoroketone that would not damage or harm the older... » more
Using electrical system software for engineering projects
Much has changed since the days of slide rules and bookcases full of engineering references. Here a group of experts share their experiences and opinions about using electrical system and design... » more
Back to school
I have been thinking about going back to school, and what it means to be a student again. » more
Blinding flashes of the obvious
Challenge yourself to spend a day with those who use your designs. » more
Improving energy audits with technical retro-commissioning
Using technical retro-commissioning to understand building operation can significantly improve energy audit reports. » more
Engineering a university
Colleges and universities remain a hot market for engineers, whether it’s a new facility or an update of an existing building. » more
Emergency power for fire, life safety systems
Know the requirements for the design of an emergency or standby power systems. » more
2011 Product of the Year Winners
Consulting-Specifying Engineer Readers have cast their votes for the 2011 Product of the Year; read about the winners. » more
Classroom acoustics affect student achievement
Classroom mechanical systems should be designed with lower noise levels to optimize student reading comprehension. » more
Air-system awareness blowing in the wind
Educate yourself on energy-saving approaches to improve air movement. » more
Hospital meets critical power needs
Phoenix Children's Hospital's emergency power supply system must meet emergency standby requirements for both a healthcare facility and a high-rise building. » more
A passion for results
Stephen R. Wiggins, an associate partner for Newcomb + Boyd, talks about his experiences in the commissioning industry » more
Electrical design for HVAC systems
National Electrical Code Article 430 provides maximum protection for the equipment while limiting the nuisance tripping to a minimum. Failure to follow these requirements will not only result in... » more
High expectations in higher educational facilities
Colleges and universities must keep up with a demand for high-tech facilities, sustainability requirements, competition for students, and decreasing public funding. Engineers are charged with meeting... » more
Proactively preparing for the Smart Grid The ability to measure and benchmark building performance is an integral component of Smart Grid technologies; building owners that implement data collection systems now will be better positioned for... » more
Understanding Tier 4 requirements: Ensuring cost-effective compliance One of the main issues currently affecting the power generation industry is the applicability of Tier 4 certification versus Tier 4 compliance. » more
Clean extinguishing agent helps save the AlamoDuring a fire, The Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library saved numerous historical documents from the flames thanks to a solution called fluoroketone that would not damage or harm the older... » more
Using electrical system software for engineering projectsMuch has changed since the days of slide rules and bookcases full of engineering references. Here a group of experts share their experiences and opinions about using electrical system and design... » more
Back to schoolI have been thinking about going back to school, and what it means to be a student again. » more
Blinding flashes of the obviousChallenge yourself to spend a day with those who use your designs. » more
Improving energy audits with technical retro-commissioningUsing technical retro-commissioning to understand building operation can significantly improve energy audit reports. » more
Engineering a universityColleges and universities remain a hot market for engineers, whether it’s a new facility or an update of an existing building. » more
Emergency power for fire, life safety systemsKnow the requirements for the design of an emergency or standby power systems. » more
2011 Product of the Year WinnersConsulting-Specifying Engineer Readers have cast their votes for the 2011 Product of the Year; read about the winners. » more
Classroom acoustics affect student achievementClassroom mechanical systems should be designed with lower noise levels to optimize student reading comprehension. » more
Air-system awareness blowing in the windEducate yourself on energy-saving approaches to improve air movement. » more
Hospital meets critical power needsPhoenix Children's Hospital's emergency power supply system must meet emergency standby requirements for both a healthcare facility and a high-rise building. » more
A passion for resultsStephen R. Wiggins, an associate partner for Newcomb + Boyd, talks about his experiences in the commissioning industry » more
LEED, data center design standards
Different data center industry groups are proposing new standards and guidelines that address the primary challenges in the design and ongoing operations of data center facilities. » more
Different data center industry groups are proposing new standards and guidelines that address the primary challenges in the design and ongoing operations of data center facilities. » more
Electrical design for HVAC systemsNational Electrical Code Article 430 provides maximum protection for the equipment while limiting the nuisance tripping to a minimum. Failure to follow these requirements will not only result in... » more
High expectations in higher educational facilitiesColleges and universities must keep up with a demand for high-tech facilities, sustainability requirements, competition for students, and decreasing public funding. Engineers are charged with meeting... » more