Specifying high-temperature hot-water boilers and systems
Mechanical engineers must understand and meet various national and local codes when specifying high-temperature hot-water boilers and associated systems.
Designing flexible, complex office buildings: Codes and standards
Mixed-use office buildings demand a great deal of expertise, flexibility, and complex technology, making them more challenging than one might expect. Engineers with experience handling office buildings share advice and a glimpse into the future regarding codes and standards.
Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Articles, January 25-31
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Case study: HVAC system conversion includes remote monitoring
A government facility’s HVAC system was overhauled to make it more efficient and cost-effective.
Case study: Flexible, reliable HVAC system
A quiet, efficient, and flexible HVAC system replaced an older one in this government office building.
AHUs in HVAC system design configurations
In this third portion, review guidelines, standards, and basic concepts for designing HVAC projects using AHUs.
Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Articles, January 18-24
Why are AHUs important, design strategies for HVAC systems, setting new engineering habits, school boiler replacement case study, and AHU component makeup were Consulting-Specifying Engineer's five most clicked articles from last week, Jan. 18-24. Were you out last week? You can catch up here.
AHU types, components, and configurations
In this second portion, engineers will understand the component makeup of air handling units (AHUs) and their inclusion within various HVAC systems.
Designing flexible, complex office buildings: Automation, controls, and technology
Mixed-use office buildings demand a great deal of expertise, flexibility, and complex technology, making them more challenging than one might expect. Engineers with experience handling office buildings share advice and a glimpse into the future regarding automation, controls, and technology.
Design strategies for efficient HVAC systems
The integration of high-performance HVAC design strategies can do as much to make systems energy-efficient as specifying high energy efficiency ratings.