Building Envelope
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).
Video: FDD Software to Support Monitoring-based Commissioning & Building Optimization
This session explores how advanced energy and building analytics software unlocks the power of BAS data to enable monitoring-based commissioning, giving owners and energy managers the insights to improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and equipment longevity.
Learning how to engineer colleges, universities better: HVAC and plumbing
Read about emerging trends in college and university buildings, and learn about the emerging trends impacting their design
Video: Implementation of a Strategic Campus Sustainability and Energy Plan
This presentation analyzes the implementation of the policy, covering issues including energy assessments, commissioning, and long-term goals like achieving carbon-neutrality.
