Jeremy Bartlett, CxA, RMF Engineering, Baltimore Friday 09.30.2016

Integrated control systems for labs

Successful controls integration can be a challenge in both new construction and renovation projects. Laboratory faciliti... read more

Amarpreet Sethi, CEM, HBDP, BEMP, LEED AP, DLR Group, Seattle Thursday 09.29.2016

Analyzing nontraditional HVAC systems

Incorporating set thermal comfort criteria provides many benefits while increasing the use of high-performance HVAC syst... read more

Amarpreet Sethi, CEM, HBDP, BEMP, LEED AP, DLR Group, Seattle Thursday 09.29.2016

Case study: Schools’ air conditioning

Scenarios are studied to ensure thermal comfort criteria in classrooms.

John Casadonte, Product Marketing Manager, Cree Inc. Wednesday 09.28.2016

Your questions answered: Next-generation lighting: the emergence of PoE for lighting and controls

CFE Media Wednesday 09.28.2016

HVAC, BAS in office buildings

Even in 10 of engineers are responsible for determining requirements/writing specifications, researching and evaluating ... read more

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Critical Power: Circuit protection

Although a building’s entire electrical distribution system is important, its overcurrent protection is the most critical to safety. Overcurrent includes short circuits and overloads. During a short circuit, electrical current...

Your questions answered: Next-generation lighting: the emergence of PoE for lighting and controls

Your questions answered: Next-generation lighting: the emergence of PoE for lighting and controls » more

Your questions answered: Critical power: hospital electrical systems

The Sept. 15, 2016, “Critical Power: Backup power systems” webcast presenters addressed questions not covered during the live event. » more

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Video: Commissioning in the Real World: A Case Study

A recent commissioning project at the HP headquarters building in Palo Alto, Calif. » more

Video: LED Lighting: Technology Selection and System Commissioning

Learn about the various types of LED lighting technology and how to select the best product for your application. » more

Video: Data Center Commissioning: What you need to know

Commissioning data centers requires some specific knowledge and skills because of their unique requirements. » more

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Chemical resistant canopy hoods

These canopy hoods are designed to collect and exhaust corrosive vapors, heat, steam and odors. » more

Analog sensor control box with built-in data logging

SmartBOX1 is a general purpose, PLC-based, dual analog input sensor instrumentation control box with built-in data logging/trending. » more

High-frequency modular battery chargers

NexSys+ high-frequency modular battery chargers are suited for automated guided vehicle applications that require communication with operation systems. » more

Anti-bacterial line of plugs and connectors

SteriGuard plugs and connectors feature anti-bacterial line of plugs, connectors, and cord sets. » more

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Justify your actions

Unless more of us step up and take action in our company, community, and country, indifference will simply take over and not a lot will get done. » more

Changing for the better

Though change might be stressful, it often can lead to bigger and better opportunities. » more

Selecting education to enhance your career

Consulting engineers have a wealth of options to expand their knowledge: webcasts, in-person education, and manufacturers’ coursework. » more

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Applying NFPA 75 in data centers

NFPA 75: Standard for the Fire Protection of Information Technology (IT) Equipment covers the requirements for the protection of IT equipment from fire damage. The current edition (2013) has not been adopted by all jurisdictions;... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities: codes and standards

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on bringing successful execution into the mix with codes and standards. » more

Facing the challenges of mixed-use buildings: codes and standards

Fulfilling the demands of a mixed-use facility can be challenging, considering the structure’s diverse components. Here, professionals with experience on such projects share advice and explain how to end up with positive results... » more

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Back to basics: VRF systems

Know the basics of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems to determine if they are the right choice for your next HVAC project. » more

Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Articles, September 19-25: 2016 Product of the Year winners, MEP Giants, central utility plant design, more

Articles about the 2016 Product of the Year, MEP Giants, central utility plant design, applying NFPA 75 in data centers, and hospital electrical... » more

Integrating alternative power and existing electrical systems

Despite (or as a result of) an economic downturn, the use of renewable energy options has grown over the past few years. This growth has been... » more

Case study: Roof-mounted PV system

A giant solar photovoltaic (PV) array in Las Vegas offers a resort a sustainable power option. » more

Demystifying IT room protection requirements

Information technology (IT) equipment area/room designs must balance the needs for security, cooling, and fire protection. » more

The culture of successful leadership

Everything about business begins with people. » more

Your questions answered: Critical power: hospital electrical systems

The Sept. 15, 2016, “Critical Power: Backup power systems” webcast presenters addressed questions not covered during the live event. » more

Designing with liquid-immersion cooling systems

Liquid cooling is an option in some data centers. Consider these best practices when looking at immersion cooling for your next data center project. » more

Driving motor efficiency

Motor-driven equipment accounts for a large percentage of the electricity consumed in the industrial building sector of the U.S. However, that number... » more

Preventing arc flash in mission critical facilities

To address arc flash problems, we turn to codes and standards. NEC 240.87 is an important leap in arc flash safety for the electrical industry, along... » more

Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Articles, September 12-18: Product of the Year winners, MEP Giants, integrating electrical and HVAC systems, more

Articles about the 2016 Product of the Year winners, MEP Giants, integrating electrical and HVAC systems, managing transformer inrush current, and... » more

Applying NFPA 75 in data centers

NFPA 75: Standard for the Fire Protection of Information Technology (IT) Equipment covers the requirements for the protection of IT equipment from... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities: HVAC

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities: sustainable buildings/energy efficiency

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities: electrical/lighting/power and fire/life safety

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities: automation and controls

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities: codes and standards

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on... » more

The demands of mixed-use facilities

Mixed-use facilities require engineers to handle several complex components. Here, engineers with experience on such facilities offer advice on... » more

Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Articles, September 5-11: Lowering fan energy use, avoid self-sabotaging your engineering career, LED lighting specifications, more

Articles about lowering fan energy use, avoid self-sabotaging your engineering career, LED lighting specifications, MEP Giants, and LEDs for retrofit... » more

Getting analytical on labs

This article summarizes trends and considerations to be mindful in relation to the physical environment in which analytical labs operate. » more

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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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September 2016

Solving HVAC challenges; Thermal comfort criteria; Liquid-immersion cooling; Specifying VRF systems; 2016 Product of the Year winners

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August 2016

MEP Giants; MEP Annual Report; Mergers and acquisitions; Passive, active fire protection; LED retrofits; HVAC energy efficiency

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Integrating electrical and HVAC systems; Tracking and conserving facility water use; Energy code advancements; The future of professional engineers

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Driving motor efficiency; Preventing Arc Flash in mission critical facilities; Integrating alternative power and existing electrical systems

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Putting COPS into context; Designing medium-voltage electrical systems; Planning and designing resilient, efficient data centers; The nine steps of designing generator fuel systems

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Designing generator systems; Using online commissioning tools; Selective coordination best practices

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Collaborating against counterfeit electrical products

As brand protection manager for Eaton’s Electrical Sector, Tom Grace oversees counterfeit awareness...

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Engineering Change

Amara Rozgus is chief editor and content manager of Consulting-Specifier Engineer magazine.

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IEEE Power Perspectives

IEEE power industry experts bring their combined experience in the electrical power industry...

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Understanding Specifications, Codes and Standards

Michael Heinsdorf, P.E., LEED AP, CDT is an Engineering Specification Writer at ARCOM MasterSpec.

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