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Swimming Pool Ventilation

Posted by Price Industries on March 24, 2020 at 12:03 PM

Design Considerations for Natatorium Ventilation

Designing a ventilation system for a swimming pool can be tricky. For occupant comfort, these facilities require 40 to 60% relative humidity to be maintained year round. For swimmers, a humidity range of 50 to 60% is most comfortable. However, humidity levels below 50% can significantly increase energy consumption, while humidity levels above 60% can cause damage due to mold, mildew and condensation.

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Topics: GRD, Grilles, Thermal Comfort, HVAC Fundamentals, HVAC, Engineering, Design Engineering, Training, Tech Tip, Handbook, ASHRAE 62, Engineering Update

Pressure Control with VAV Diffusers

Posted by Price Industries on December 31, 2019 at 9:13 AM
Prodigy VAV Diffuser with LCD Thermostat

Consider Various Pressure Control Methods in a VAV System

All diffusers become noisier with higher pressures at their inlet and this is true for VAV diffusers.  Pressure is often reduced by the use of a balancing damper or terminal unit, but VAV diffusers are unique as they have a built in VAV damper that can close down to a minimum flow. 

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Topics: Diffusers, Pressure Drop, HVAC Fundamentals, HVAC, Design Engineering, Tech Tip

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