When a building manager integrates chillers with a building automation system, performance can be greater than the sum of the parts. Benefits include enhanced energy savings plus improved alarm reporting, maintenance scheduling, and breakdown analysis. By Richard Robertson and Rob Moult
Because motors consume at least one-third of a typical building's energy, learning their fundamentals deserves some of yours. Rev up to the three-phase induction motor, most commonly used for building systems applications. By Mark Ziemer, P.E.
For several years, manufacturers have been telling customers that interoperability is possible. Engineers, however, are still waiting for the industry to prove that it can deliver on these promises. And
they may have to wait a little longer. By Joanna R. Turpin
Although single-pipe, primary-secondary systems are unusual for chilled-water applications, this project demonstrates that, given the right circumstances, this application can offer distinct advantages for campus distribution systems. by Philip Rowland, P.E.
The Treasure Island Resort & Casino (Red Wing, MN) had been experiencing tremendous growth over the past seven years. What began as a bingo hall 14 years ago has now
When the task is installing 12-ton chillers on top of a 15-story building in a busy downtown location, creative thinking and meticulous planning are a must. Murphy & Miller, Inc.
Investment in information technology has surfaced as the top priority among many organizations planning for the future. One such group is Iowa Health System (IHS, Des Moines, IA), which has