Sprinkler installations and obstructions
Sprinkler protection is an essential component of building fire and life safety. Sprinkler fire suppression systems are required to be installed with an understanding of the applicable standards and proper coordination among other building services throughout a project lifecycle.
Designing high-tech K-12 schools: Codes and standards
The technology at play in today’s K-12 schools is evolving rapidly—inside the classrooms, and in the various systems behind the scenes. Engineers handling such projects, whether the work is on new facilities or retrofits, have their work cut out for them, especially when it comes to adhering to codes and standards.
Optimized heating with low-grade waste-heat recovery
Hydronic heating systems remain an energy-efficient and effective means to distribute low-grade waste heat throughout a high-performance building.
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.
Designing flexible, complex office buildings: HVAC/plumbing
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 HVAC and plumbing.
Designing safe laboratories and research facilities: HVAC
Engineers working on laboratory and research projects are tasked with balancing state-of-the-art systems, budgetary concerns, occupant safety, sustainable performance, and other factors including HVAC.
Case study: Sprinklers and smoke detection
Based on several tests, hotel occupancy can be safer with both smoke detectors and sprinklers.
Case study: Complex fire alarm system
Resorts require fire alarm systems with several devices connected to the fire alarm control unit.
Video: Demand Response. Best Practices for Multi-Division, Multi-site Program Implementation
This presentation cites the demand response program administered by New York City which provided up to 75MW of grid relief annually and earned revenue over $22 Million.