Case Studies and White Papers
Engineers integral to success of energy-efficient construction
Collaboration between the local utility and design teams spells success for a leading energy-efficiency program in San Diego. » more
Intelligent lighting improves data center efficiency
Centralized control of a data center’s lighting was achieved through implementing LEDs that improved lighting quality and increased visibility in the facility. » more
Modular ventilation system simplifies retrofit at San Francisco landmark
The Fanwall Technology modular fan-cube system replaced a single, large air-handler fan, lowering costs and reducing energy use at the Transamerica Pyramid. » more
Examples of lighting controls cost savings
This case study shows the impact of lighting controls on whole building energy costs. » 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
Providing reliable power to the people
An automated load dispatch system provides reliable power and improved quality of life to a remote Alaskan village. » more
Houston reaps benefits of energy-efficient equipment
The city of Houston recently implemented a number of energy conservation measures including replacing existing HVAC equipment, making central plant improvements, updating building management systems,... » 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During a fire, The Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library saved numerous historical documents from the flames thanks to a solution called fluoroketone that would not damage or harm the older...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
Classroom acoustics affect student achievement
Classroom mechanical systems should be designed with lower noise levels to optimize student reading comprehension. » 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
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
Mississippi gains new commissioned facilities
CxBGS commissioned three new public safety facilities—and a command center for future disasters—in Harrison County, Miss. » more
Wisconsin hospital uses energy-efficient boiler
St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, Wis., earns the Energy Star designation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as part of a green healthcare initiative. » more
Major league fire protection
Citi Field’s highly advanced fire protection and evacuation systems make use of both centralized and distributed intelligence. » more
PV reflectivity safe for airports
Glare analysis performed via simulated environment for proposed PV array near airport. » more
School's BAS controls lights, HVAC
An elementary school’s new BAS combined HVAC and lighting controls provide wireless capabilities and lower costs. » more
Airport gets a plant upgrade
Graef was commissioned in 1999 to design a new parking structure for General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee, but found the best location was on top of the existing chilled water and hot... » more
Modular central plants can streamline engineering
Modular central plants can be less expensive to build, simplify design and specification, and require less space than traditional mechanical rooms. » more
Wireless instrumentation monitors water usage at pharmaceutical plant
GlaxoSmithKline uses Rosemount wireless pressure and flow transmitters; provides network for future expansion. » more
Lighting controls: LEED Platinum in 15 days
In 2008, Boston-based developer Leggat McCall Properties decided to outfit its new 10,000-sq-ft office with energy-harvesting products from lighting control company ILLUMRA, a member of the EnOcean... » more
Legacy compatibility minimizes downtime
The Texas Capitol is heralded by preservationists for its 15th-century Italian architecture, but by 2010, its discontinued fire and life safety legacy systems had reached the end of their lifecycle... » more
Desiccant dehumidification for surgical rooms
Some surgical rooms can tolerate no more than +/- 2% change in relative humidity; desiccant dehumidifiers can be used as standalone solutions. » more
System integration improves corporate campus
Johnson Controls' LEED-certified global headquarters in Glendale, Wis. features innovative lighting design and an HVAC system that integrates renewable energy sources among other sustainable... » more
Engineers integral to success of energy-efficient constructionCollaboration between the local utility and design teams spells success for a leading energy-efficiency program in San Diego. » more
Intelligent lighting improves data center efficiencyCentralized control of a data center’s lighting was achieved through implementing LEDs that improved lighting quality and increased visibility in the facility. » more
Modular ventilation system simplifies retrofit at San Francisco landmarkThe Fanwall Technology modular fan-cube system replaced a single, large air-handler fan, lowering costs and reducing energy use at the Transamerica Pyramid. » more
Examples of lighting controls cost savings This case study shows the impact of lighting controls on whole building energy costs. » 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
Providing reliable power to the peopleAn automated load dispatch system provides reliable power and improved quality of life to a remote Alaskan village. » more
Houston reaps benefits of energy-efficient equipmentThe city of Houston recently implemented a number of energy conservation measures including replacing existing HVAC equipment, making central plant improvements, updating building management systems,... » more
Quick connect tap box generators restores power after outage
In extreme situations, tap boxes can be used as a cost-effective, efficient solution to restore power to buildings and businesses without sacrificing security or anything that might hamper operations. » more
In extreme situations, tap boxes can be used as a cost-effective, efficient solution to restore power to buildings and businesses without sacrificing security or anything that might hamper operations. » 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
Classroom acoustics affect student achievementClassroom mechanical systems should be designed with lower noise levels to optimize student reading comprehension. » 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
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
Mississippi gains new commissioned facilitiesCxBGS commissioned three new public safety facilities—and a command center for future disasters—in Harrison County, Miss. » more
Wisconsin hospital uses energy-efficient boilerSt. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, Wis., earns the Energy Star designation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as part of a green healthcare initiative. » more
Major league fire protectionCiti Field’s highly advanced fire protection and evacuation systems make use of both centralized and distributed intelligence. » more
PV reflectivity safe for airportsGlare analysis performed via simulated environment for proposed PV array near airport. » more
School's BAS controls lights, HVACAn elementary school’s new BAS combined HVAC and lighting controls provide wireless capabilities and lower costs. » more
Airport gets a plant upgradeGraef was commissioned in 1999 to design a new parking structure for General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee, but found the best location was on top of the existing chilled water and hot... » more
Modular central plants can streamline engineeringModular central plants can be less expensive to build, simplify design and specification, and require less space than traditional mechanical rooms. » more
Wireless instrumentation monitors water usage at pharmaceutical plantGlaxoSmithKline uses Rosemount wireless pressure and flow transmitters; provides network for future expansion. » more
Lighting controls: LEED Platinum in 15 daysIn 2008, Boston-based developer Leggat McCall Properties decided to outfit its new 10,000-sq-ft office with energy-harvesting products from lighting control company ILLUMRA, a member of the EnOcean... » more
Legacy compatibility minimizes downtimeThe Texas Capitol is heralded by preservationists for its 15th-century Italian architecture, but by 2010, its discontinued fire and life safety legacy systems had reached the end of their lifecycle... » more
Desiccant dehumidification for surgical roomsSome surgical rooms can tolerate no more than +/- 2% change in relative humidity; desiccant dehumidifiers can be used as standalone solutions. » more
System integration improves corporate campusJohnson Controls' LEED-certified global headquarters in Glendale, Wis. features innovative lighting design and an HVAC system that integrates renewable energy sources among other sustainable... » more
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