Heating and Ventilation
Reaching the tipping point for CO2 refrigeration systems
When considering refrigerated systems for increased infrastructure, discussing the type of refrigerant being use, such as CO2 refrigeration, can significantly improve the environmental impact and help prepare for some expected regulation changes.
Consulting-Specifying Engineer most-viewed articles, July 2020
Read the best articles in July 2020 including: Product of the Year finalists, air ventilation and HVAC, NFPA 99 in health care facilities, re-entering the workplace and more.
Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer articles: July 27 to August 2, 2020
Read the best articles from the past week. Air quality and smart buildings, stairwell pressurization, computation design, zero energy buildings and Product of the Year finalists.
Combating greenhouse gas emissions through building design
High performance design can be achieved through maximizing efficiency in building space, using low carbon construction, integrating efficient heating, cooling, and lighting systems and prioritizing energy-efficient renovations.
Your questions answered: HVAC system design
During the HVAC system design webcast July 21, 2020, several questions were left unanswered. Review some of the additional responses here
Control approach helps campuses minimize energy costs
University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers designed a new stochastic model predictive control system for central utility plants, which could help universities and manufacturing facilities that generate a lot of energy.
How COVID-19 is affecting air quality, smart buildings
Arup’s Mark Walsh-Cooke shared tools to help engineers stay better informed about HVAC systems, air quality, smart buildings and technology
Best practices for designing HVAC systems in government buildings
Learn how to specify HVAC systems for government and military buildings
Your questions answered: How to future-proof HVAC systems to meet efficiency and carbon emission goals
Questions not addressed during the July 15, 2020, webcast with Danfoss are addressed here
The future of venue design amid COVID-19
Design professionals are working hand-in-hand with sports leagues and owners to develop strategies to control any potential spread of infection to reduce COVID-19 concerns and fears.