Articles about the Neher-McGrath formula, power for fire pumps, elevating building performance through lower energy use, tall and super-tall buildings and LED lighting solutions were Consulting-Specifying Engineer’s five most clicked articles from last week, August 4-10. Were you out last week? Miss something? You can catch up here.
1. The history and mystery of the Neher-McGrath formula
In its abbreviated form, the Neher-McGrath formula appears straightforward. For electrical engineers, it must be carefully reviewed and used.
Power is a key element in ensuring a fire pump works in an emergency situation.
3. Lowering energy use, elevating building performance
Net-zero energy buildings can be achieved with smart building design. Here are tips on how to design a high-performance building.
4. The challenge: Tall and super-tall buildings
High-rise buildings aren’t just big—for engineers, they present big challenges. Multi-story structures can contain a broad range of uses, different-sized units, and a host of complex systems to tackle.
5. LED lighting: Not all solutions are created equal
Ratings and certifications help validate high-quality LED lighting products.
The list was developed using CFE Media’s web analytics for stories viewed on csemag.com, August 4-10, for articles published within the last two months.
– Chris Vavra, content specialist, CFE Media, [email protected].
