Combustible gas leaks cause explosions every year, resulting in loss of life and property. 

Computer-aided design for building systems is transitioning from AutoCAD to building information modeling software. 

Engineers must balance building program elements with MEP systems when designing a mechanical room. Planning and early communication with the architect are crucial for project success. 

An adequate and quality water supply is crucial for indoor cannabis farming operations. 

In an emergency where water will be limited, it is critical for hospitals and other medical facilities to have enough emergency water on hand for four days. 

The Siemens Microgrid Lab is researching methods to bolster the country’s emergency electricity needs, among other things. 

The occupancy hazard fire control approach to designing today’s fire sprinkler systems includes single-point densities since the NFPA 13 revision in 2002. 

When metal piping is installed in plumbing systems, soil conditions and water content can affect the piping’s performance. This is especially true when different metals are connected, such as stainless steel and copper.