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Webcast: Critical power: Transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and switchgear
Electrical systems consume energy in the form of losses. Electrical system efficiency strives to minimize voltage and current conversion losses. The impedance in transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), power...
Your questions answered: Generator Set Sizing and Specification
The April 12, 2018 “Generator Set Sizing and Specification” webcast presenter addressed questions not covered during the live event. » more
Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: April 20
This week Morrissey Goodale reported four deals in the U.S. and two international deals involving companies from Denmark, the U.K., and Columbia. » more
Project Showcase: University of Chicago Ophthalmology Clinic
The University of Chicago Ophthalmology Clinic is being expanded while remaining operational. The current mechanical, electrical, and fan systems are all being upgraded during the project. » more
Ask an Engineering Expert: How do Changes in Recent LED Technologies and Specifications Impact the Design of Healthcare Facilities
An engineering expert answers the question: how have the changes of LED technologies and specifications impacted the design of hospitals, health care facilities, and medical campuses? » more
Case study: Innovative lighting controls
A Chicago-based architectural engineering office integrated an Internet of Things (IoT)-based lighting control system. » more
Intelligent building asset management
Wireless sensors and other tools can help optimize building management and use. » more
Strategy: It's not just the name of the game, it's what your clients want
Strategically alignment now means anticipating future client needs and industry trends. » more
Moving our transmission lines underground
Moving transmission lines underground is a growing trend in the US due to weather, safety, and costs. » more
Diesel Generator Set
The Cat C32 ACERT diesel generator set for standby and mission-critical applications feature a smaller footprint and up to 44 percent more power density than competitive power solutions.
Combination Boiler
The Noritz Residential Combination Boiler (NRCB) allows for simultaneous residential domestic hot water and space heating. The unit’s simultaneous capabilities are easy to control and especially beneficial for applications that...
BIM coordination and integration
When coordinating design, construction, and commissioning services across multiple disciplines, leveraging building information modeling (BIM) and virtual design and construction (VDC) processes can ease a project’s overall... » more
Case Study: Miami-Dade Water & Sewer Department, 3-D laser scanning to BIM
Equipment upgrade using 3-D laser scanning » more
VRF: Overcoming challenges to achieve high efficiency
Variable refrigerant flow systems can result in effective, high-efficiency HVAC designs, but care must be taken to achieve proper ventilation, humidity control, and compliance with ASHRAE Standard 15. » more
Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: April 13
This week Morrissey Goodale reported six deals in the United States and four international deals involving companies from the U.S., Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. » more
Six trends in engineering hiring for 2018 and beyond
In 2018, engineering companies are shifting their tactics when it comes to hiring, and some of these trends may be surprising—even to those in the industry. » more
Webcast: To Switch or Not To Switch…Key approaches to meet NEC 240.87
Electrical Designers and Engineers may join this presentation involving NEC 240.87 to obtain some of the methods and tools you can use to select and implement Arc-Flash reducing solutions. We will illustrate how electric power...
2018 Product of the Year Finalists: Vote for this year's best products
Who will win gold in 2018? Consulting-Specifying Engineer announces the finalists for this year's 14th annual Product of the Year competition, and readers will have the final word. Cast your votes online at www.csemag.com/NP4E. » more
MEP engineers lead the way
Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms are responding to the new climate that's been created within the healthcare market and the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineer plays a key role. » more
Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Articles, April 2-8
Overlooked ASHRAE 90.1 requirements, emergency lighting best practices, HVAC and lighting controls integration, and designing efficient schools were Consulting-Specifying Engineer's most clicked articles from last week, April... » more
Weekly merger, acquisition, deal update: April 6
This week Morrissey Goodale reported seven deals in the U.S. and two international deals involving companies from Sweden, Denmark, and Germany. » more
Choosing Engineering: Creating That Which has Never Been
Choosing Engineering as a career path means working to create new perspectives and opportunities. » more
