Building Envelope
Compressed air audit optimizes efficiency
A compressed air system evaluation can provide owners and facilities engineers with the direction they need to ensure their plant is operating efficiently and reliably
Best practices for infiltration and building pressurization
Observe the mechanics of infiltration and pressurization in a building, modeling methodologies and what can be done to better account for them in air handling system design
New approach to sustainable building takes shape in Boston
A five-story mixed-use structure in Roxbury, designed by architects from MIT, represents a new kind of net-zero-energy building, made from wood.
Performance-based approach to protecting a membrane roof aircraft hangar
AEI was retained to provide mechanical, electrical, piping/plumbing (MEP) and fire protection design services for two hangars at Chicago Rockford International Airport in Rockford, Ill. Three design challenges are highlighted.
Vivarium renovation planning and design
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), a Tier I Research University, wanted to develop a barrier suite within its existing vivarium facility.
Seven ways to fight stack effect in buildings
Stack effect can have a nasty effect on buildings during the winter months. Consider these seven steps to mitigate their effect and keep the occupants comfortable.
Video: Fundamentals of Test, Adjust & Balance for Engineers, Cx & Energy Providers
This session explains many of the key test and balance challenges — from practical system design considerations, to the TAB Process, to obtaining meaningful and useful data — that if properly addressed in cooperation with an independent TAB firm can ensure that any project goes smoothly
Achievements in Zero Energy
Zero energy, zero carbon at different scales, in different climates.
Video: Tales of Commissioning a Net Zero Building: Lombardo Center at Millersville University
This case study presentation examines the challenges and rewards associated with making the Lombardo Center at Millersville University a net zero building.
Asset management can help manage infrastructure projects
Asset management is helping city and state government prioritize spending and budget management, but they have a long way to go, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).