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Understanding BAS Functions Picture a 2.3 million square foot facility with a total HVAC system capacity of 10,500 tons to support occupancy of up to 40,000 people. Now imagine letting the HVAC system run at full load all the time, regardless of how many people are actually in the building. appeared in Building Operating Management/FacilitiesNet
Light Untamed We’re not as familiar with are the complexities that accompany a daylighting design and the problems of its often erroneous implementation. To reap the benefits, daylighting strategies must be designed and installed correctly--a task that isn’t as simple as it seems. appeared in Consulting-Specifying Engineer
Enhanced Laboratory HVAC Systems In addition to promoting the efficiency and economy of providing a fancoil unit for each lab space to complement a more typical VAV approach, the author also submits a few tips for the design and submittal process for consultants. appeared in Engineered Systems
Born to Run Design of an energy-efficient mechanical system depends, in particular, on the effective orientation of the building in relation to the sun; the design of the building envelope and roof for maximum efficiency; and space planning that segregates building uses, and allows for varying cooling and ventilation requirements. appeared in American School and University
Strategic Energy Planning: A Step Zero Approach With sharp increases in the costs of natural gas and fuel oil over the last few years, facility managers have begun facing significant new challenges to successful implementation and operation of energy-related capital projects. appeared in Facilities Manager
Making the Upgrade On most college and university campuses, the fire-alarm setup typically comprises either a number of standalone building fire-alarm systems of various vintages, or an outmoded, inefficient hardwired monitoring system. appeared in American School and University
It's in the Green Federal, state and local initiatives are promoting sustainable building design and construction as a means to preserve natural resources and enhance building performance. appeared in American School and University
