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Plumbing Engineer

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June 2022

Volume: 50
Edition: 6

A key component of building design and construction is the design and specification of mechanical, electrical and plumbing, or MEP, systems. MEP engineers are integral to the design of these systems, which is why in this month’s issue we take a look at efficient mechanical room design. 

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The Evolution of Mechanical Room Design

Step back to see the big picture, define the systems, then advocate for an optimized solution in harmony with the building and its programs.
June 3, 2022
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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. 


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How Safe Is Your Mechanical Room?

We need a national combustible gas leak detection code.
June 3, 2022
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Combustible gas leaks cause explosions every year, resulting in loss of life and property. 


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From Blueprints to Buildings: Simplifying Fire Sprinkler System Installations

New toolsets simplify the design process, allowing users to easily and accurately quote, design, stock list and fabricate BIM projects faster.
June 3, 2022
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Computer-aided design for building systems is transitioning from AutoCAD to building information modeling software. 


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Cannabis Grow Facility Design 101, Part 2: Water Usage

Engage the local water utility early to understand water quality issues and ensure capacity is available for the proposed project.
June 3, 2022
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An adequate and quality water supply is crucial for indoor cannabis farming operations. 


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Collaborative Health Care Design

Hospital Emergency Water Needs

To calculate how much water to store and how big the emergency water storage tank should be, start with the gallons/day/bed measurement.
June 3, 2022
John Gregory
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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. 


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The Future is Now

Riding the Electrification Wave: Are You Lagging Behind?

Companies hedging their bets on future market share should offer not only HVAC but also electronics and electrical engineering expertise.
June 3, 2022
BF Nagy
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The Siemens Microgrid Lab is researching methods to bolster the country’s emergency electricity needs, among other things. 


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FPE Corner

Single (Two) Point Density

Condensing the density/area curves.
June 3, 2022
Kevin Hall M.Eng., P.E., CET, CWBSP, PMSFPE
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The occupancy hazard fire control approach to designing today’s fire sprinkler systems includes single-point densities since the NFPA 13 revision in 2002. 


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Code Classroom

Corrosion in the Model Plumbing Codes, Part 1

Know the difference between erosion and corrosion and how to minimize both in plumbing systems.
June 3, 2022
Ron George
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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. 


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