Designing efficient data centers: Fire, life safety

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Webcast: Critical power: Transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and switchgear

Electrical systems consume energy in the form of losses. Electrical system efficiency strives to minimize voltage and current conversion losses. The impedance in transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), power...

Your questions answered: Generator Set Sizing and Specification

The April 12, 2018 “Generator Set Sizing and Specification” webcast presenter addressed questions not covered during the live event. » more

Webcast: To Switch or Not To Switch…Key approaches to meet NEC 240.87

Electrical Designers and Engineers may join this presentation involving NEC 240.87 to obtain some of the methods and tools you can use to select and implement Arc-Flash reducing solutions. We will illustrate how electric power...

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Video: Tracking Standards Developments and Best Practices in HVAC Air Distribution Systems

A review of key updates to ASHRAE 189.1, followed by a case study on resolving air duct leakage in Florida condo complexes.

Video: Using Online Commissioning Tools to Save Time & Money and Add Value

A review of information on the selection of an online commissioning tool that matches the intended use, budget and complexity.

Video: Your Control Systems Have Been Hacked, Now What?

An overview of the Advanced Control System Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) developed by the U.S. Cyber Command.

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Diesel Generator Set

The Cat C32 ACERT diesel generator set for standby and mission-critical applications feature a smaller footprint and up to 44 percent more power density than competitive power solutions.

Combination Boiler

The Noritz Residential Combination Boiler (NRCB) allows for simultaneous residential domestic hot water and space heating. The unit’s simultaneous capabilities are easy to control and especially beneficial for applications that...

2018 Product of the Year Finalists: Vote for this year's best products

Who will win gold in 2018? Consulting-Specifying Engineer announces the finalists for this year's 14th annual Product of the Year competition, and readers will have the final word. Cast your votes online at www.csemag.com/NP4E. » more

LED surface mount luminaire

MPulse is an architectural LED surface mount luminaire with a 45-degree adjustable head that enables it to be applied as an open face or cutoff fixture.

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Code of ethics

Learning about products and manufacturers is important, but how far should the relationship go? » more

Keeping efficiency real

While some may scoff at environmental change, there isn’t a big downside to becoming—and making buildings—more efficient. » more

Profile of a consulting engineer

Building professionals continue to work more hours on smaller teams. What does your job look like? » more

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The same sensor that was shown integrated into a fixture in Figure 1 can be mounted flush in a drywall ceiling via a custom detail. A remote-sensor approach is necessary when fixtures cannot accommodate an integral device. Courtesy: SmithGroupJJR

Lighting controls: Know the updates, changes

There has been a move away from traditional lighting controls approaches, which have only incrementally improved over decades, and toward an entirely new way of thinking about, designing, and implementing lighting... » more

Best practices for emergency lighting

Explore how to implement safe, code-compliant, and cost-effective emergency lighting systems. » more

Using NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 to ensure fire-safe structures

NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 address commissioning and integration of fire protection and life safety systems. It’s critical to review and implement these standards to increase the building’s safety. » more

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Designing efficient data centers: HVAC

In today’s digital age, businesses rely on running an efficient, reliable, and secure operation, especially with mission critical facilities such as... » more

Designing efficient data centers

In today’s digital age, businesses rely on running an efficient, reliable, and secure operation, especially with mission critical facilities such as... » more

Lighting controls: Know the updates, changes

There has been a move away from traditional lighting controls approaches, which have only incrementally improved over decades, and toward an entirely... » more

Your questions answered: Generator Set Sizing and Specification

The April 12, 2018 “Generator Set Sizing and Specification” webcast presenter addressed questions not covered during the live event. » more

Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: April 20

This week Morrissey Goodale reported four deals in the U.S. and two international deals involving companies from Denmark, the U.K., and Columbia. » more

Project Showcase: University of Chicago Ophthalmology Clinic

The University of Chicago Ophthalmology Clinic is being expanded while remaining operational. The current mechanical, electrical, and fan systems are... » more

Ask an Engineering Expert: How do Changes in Recent LED Technologies and Specifications Impact the Design of Healthcare Facilities

An engineering expert answers the question: how have the changes of LED technologies and specifications impacted the design of hospitals, health care... » more

Case study: Innovative lighting controls

A Chicago-based architectural engineering office integrated an Internet of Things (IoT)-based lighting control system. » more

Intelligent building asset management

Wireless sensors and other tools can help optimize building management and use. » more

Strategy: It's not just the name of the game, it's what your clients want

Strategically alignment now means anticipating future client needs and industry trends. » more

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Product of the Year

Consulting-Specifying Engineer's Product of the Year (POY) contest is the premier award for new products in the HVAC, fire, electrical, and...

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40 Under Forty: Get Recognized

Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine is dedicated to encouraging and recognizing the most talented young individuals...

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MEP Giants Program

The MEP Giants program lists the top mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering firms in the United States.

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April 2018

VRFs, lighting controls, BIM coordination, and more

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March 2018

Sizing water pipes, ASHRAE 90.1, recovering waste heat, and more

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January/February 2018

Sizing water pipes, ASHRAE 90.1, recovering waste heat, and more

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Data Centers: Impacts of Climate and Cooling Technology

This course focuses on climate analysis, appropriateness of cooling system selection, and combining cooling systems.

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Safety First: Arc Flash 101

This course will help identify and reveal electrical hazards and identify the solutions to implementing and maintaining a safe work environment.

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Critical Power: Hospital Electrical Systems

This course explains how maintaining power and communication systems through emergency power-generation systems is critical.

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Designing efficient data centers: Fire, life safety

Webcast: Critical power: Transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and switchgear

Your questions answered: Generator Set Sizing and Specification

Webcast: To Switch or Not To Switch…Key approaches to meet NEC 240.87

Video: Tracking Standards Developments and Best Practices in HVAC Air Distribution Systems

Video: Using Online Commissioning Tools to Save Time & Money and Add Value

Video: Your Control Systems Have Been Hacked, Now What?

Diesel Generator Set

Combination Boiler

2018 Product of the Year Finalists: Vote for this year's best products

LED surface mount luminaire

Code of ethics

Keeping efficiency real

Profile of a consulting engineer

Lighting controls: Know the updates, changes

Best practices for emergency lighting

Using NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 to ensure fire-safe structures

Designing efficient data centers: HVAC

Designing efficient data centers

Lighting controls: Know the updates, changes

Your questions answered: Generator Set Sizing and Specification

Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: April 20

Project Showcase: University of Chicago Ophthalmology Clinic

Ask an Engineering Expert: How do Changes in Recent LED Technologies and Specifications Impact the Design of Healthcare Facilities

Case study: Innovative lighting controls

Intelligent building asset management

Strategy: It's not just the name of the game, it's what your clients want

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