Figure 3: Diagrammatic comparison of traditional building system silos and integrated operational technology (OT) network. Source: Smith Seckman Reid Inc.
Building Automation and Controls November 1, 2024

Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer articles: October 24-31,2024

Top Consulting-Specifying Engineer articles this week covered topics including operational technology, NFPA 70 and smart lighting systems

By Anna Steingruber
Exterior shot of the new Chesapeake Bay Hall. Source: RMF Engineering, Inc.
Commissioning November 6, 2024

Project Profile: Virginia Institute of Marine Science Chesapeake Bay Hall Laboratory Building Replacement

Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) conducts research in coastal ocean and estuarine science, educates students and the public, and advises decision-makers in government and industry.

By RMF Engineering
Courtesy: HDR
Codes and Standards September 25, 2024

Codes and standards focus on energy efficient university buildings

Engineers need to be up-to-date on the latest codes and standards to ensure that college and university buildings are designed to the highest possible standard

By Consulting-Specifying Engineer
Courtesy: Fitzmeyer & Tocci, Inc.
Electrical and Power September 25, 2024

Campus electrical and smart lighting systems for energy efficiency

Understanding the unique challenges of college and university buildings allows electrical engineers to ensure energy efficiency and future scalability

By Consulting-Specifying Engineer
Courtesy: Jensen Hughes
Fire and Life Safety October 29, 2024

Key considerations for fire protection of seismic isolation bearings

By Morgan J. Hurley, P.E., FSFPE
This image compares FEI fan power consumption with brake horsepower. Courtesy: Greenheck
HVAC/R and Mechanical October 24, 2024

Evaluating and selecting energy-efficient fans with fan energy index

By Ken Kuntz
Figure 1: Recessed style emergency lighting unit equipment. Courtesy: CDM Smith
Lighting and Lighting Controls October 30, 2024

Emergency lighting definitions

By Orlando Cruz, PE, and Supasit Jong, PE
Courtesy: Cincinnati Incorporated
Made in America August 28, 2024

Reshoring, nearshoring trends making North American manufacturing competitive

By Carrine Greason
Figure 4: Variable frequency drive cable test stand diagram. Courtesy: Southwire
Motors and Drives August 27, 2024

Testing shows drive to motor cables significantly influence system performance

By Steve Wetzel

A Letter From The Editor

Consulting-Specifying Engineer is written and peer reviewed by engineers and industry professionals. These engineers design, specify and commission mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP), fire/life safety, lighting and controls systems for nonresidential buildings. Consulting-Specifying Engineer covers codes and standards, smart and high-performance buildings and design specifications in a variety of commercial buildings.

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