Consulting-Specifying Engineer most-viewed HVAC articles 2024

Read the best HVAC articles from the past year covering topics like fluid technology for data centers, designing AWHP and ASHRAE 90.1

By Anna Steingruber October 2, 2024
An example of an indirect evaporative cooling system: Courtesy: Affiliated Engineers, Inc.

Read the best Consulting-Specifying Engineer HVAC articles from the past year covering topics like fluid technology for data centers, designing AWHP and ASHRAE 90.1

1. Using fluid technology to address cooling limitations in data centers

There has been an increased focus on unique cooling solutions for data centers to address the limitations of traditional systems as they house more powerful servers.

2. Important things to know when designing and applying AWHP

Air-to-water heat pumps offer a straightforward solution for heating, electrification and facility decarbonization; however, their selection and application require expertise to specific and unique criteria

3. Understand how to maximize efficiency and control with DOAS

Dedicated outdoor air systems enhance humidity control, reduce energy use, simplify ventilation design and improve efficiency in building ventilation systems

4. Ten things to know about ASHRAE 90.1-2022 updates

Building on the momentum of previous editions, ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2022 is leading the way toward renewable energy and decarbonization in commercial buildings

5. Design of RTUs: Best practices

Specifying rooftop units (RTUs) involves much more than choosing unit types


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