Engineers & Specifiers - Articles - Page 152

BEST 6.1: Updated Building Efficiency System Tool Now Available for Download

February 6, 2023

BEST 6.1 adds groundbreaking new features that address emerging needs within the industry.

ASHRAE Recognizes Excellent Achievements of Members at 2023 Winter Conference

February 6, 2023

ASHRAE recognized the excellent achievements and contributions of members at its 2023 Winter Conference in Atlanta.

Aquatherm Announces Team Changes

February 4, 2023

Derek Robinson has been appointed to the newly created position of director of commercial business development; Elizabeth Williams has been appointed to the newly created position of inside sales manager; and Jim Leary has been appointed as eastern regional sales manager.

ASHRAE Expands Commitment to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

February 3, 2023

ASHRAE announced its unwavering commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions with the launch of its redesigned building decarbonization webpage and the release of a new Building Performance Standards Technical Resource Guide.

International Code Council Receives Building Talent Foundation Industry Champion Award

February 3, 2023

The International Code Council received the award at the International Building Show in Las Vegas.

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Hydronic SIM System Clears Path Where Pioneers Once Walked

The snow- and ice-melt system installed at Utah’s This Is The Place Heritage Park is three times larger than a typical system.

February 3, 2023

Executives of a new historical site in Salt Lake City, concerned with the safety of winter visitors, decided on a hydronic snow- and ice-melt system to alleviate the problem — as well as protecting new concrete from salt damage.

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On-Premises Nitrogen Generation to Address CO2 Supply Concerns for Breweries

As these gases serve similar purposes in brewery processes, replacing one with the other is viable where a specific gas may not be required. Read on to learn about technologies that can aid in this endeavor.

February 3, 2023

With a nationwide shortage of carbon dioxide, breweries are looking at nitrogen substitution for some brewing processes.

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Data-Driven Safer Water

The same level of technologies and controls currently in place in our building’s HVAC systems must be applied to plumbing systems as well.

February 3, 2023

James Dipping PE, CPD, GPD, LEED AP BD+C, ARCSA AP, FASPE

Digitizing information from domestic water systems gives building owners and facility managers immediate awareness of system performance. Data availability helps them operate a successful water management plan, protect building occupants and save money.

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Plumbing Retrofit Upgrade May Not Be as Simple as You Think

Systematically dealing with challenges allows the designer to identify the impacts and provide an efficient, sustainable and cost-effective solution.

February 3, 2023

Building retrofits may require a full or partial redesign of the existing space. Engineers and designers retrofitting a plumbing system must be aware of the many challenges ahead with documentation accuracy, code compliance and correct system sizing.