Identifying Ideal Applications for Performance and Efficiency
As HVAC systems evolve to meet increasingly demanding energy codes and sustainability goals, chilled beams are emerging as a compelling solution. Their popularity is driven by their ability to deliver long-term energy savings, reduce duct sizing, lower noise levels and minimize maintenance requirements.
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Topics:
Beams,
Thermal Comfort,
HVAC Fundamentals,
HVAC,
Engineering,
Design Engineering,
Architecture
Underfloor Air Distribution and Mass Timber Construction
As the architecture and construction industries pivot toward energy efficiency and renewability, two innovations are reshaping how we think about building performance and occupant well-being: mass timber construction and underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems. These technologies work in harmony to create environmentally responsible spaces that are both comfortable to be in and stunning to look at.
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Topics:
Underfloor,
Thermal Comfort,
HVAC,
Engineering,
Design Engineering,
Architecture
Control Strategies to Optimize Your System
VAV diffusers help keep rooms comfortable using an individual thermostat and a built-in damper to create small zones of control. The amount of air provided by the VAV diffuser is based on three factors: the temperature in the room, the room’s set point and the temperature of the supply air.
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Topics:
Diffusers,
Thermal Comfort,
HVAC Fundamentals,
HVAC,
Engineering,
Design Engineering
The Essentials of Airside Design With Active Chilled Beams
When it comes to designing an HVAC system, the moisture content of the air within a space is just as important as the supply air temperature. In a system with active chilled beams, the moisture content becomes a critical factor, so it is important to understand the concept of moisture depression.
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Topics:
Beams,
Psychrometrics,
Thermal Comfort,
HVAC Fundamentals,
HVAC,
Engineering,
Design Engineering
Using DV Systems for High Heat Gain Applications
Displacement ventilation (DV) systems are revolutionizing how large spaces are cooled and ventilated. Although mostly known for their ability to provide exceptional indoor air quality, DV systems can also reduce total airflow requirements in certain applications.
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Topics:
Displacement,
Thermal Comfort,
HVAC,
Engineering,
Design Engineering,
ASHRAE 62,
CFD