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Remington College opens HVAC program enrollment

May 17, 2013

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The Cleveland campus of Remington College is now enrolling students for its HVAC diploma program.

ASHRAE BACnet standard aims for better building automation

April 11, 2013

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ASHRAE recently made changes to its newly published BACnet standard, which the association said will encourage smart lighting controls and other building automation controls systems.

Sensors: Distech Controls

February 4, 2013

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Distech Controls introduces new models to its AllureTM EC-Smart-Vue communicating sensor line.

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Documenting Integrated HVAC Controls

November 9, 2012

By Rebecca Thatcher Ellis, P.E.

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When it comes to manual labor, the buck needs to stop somewhere.

California-based McDonald’s goes green and gold

August 28, 2012

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Beginning as manager trainee and crewperson, respectively, Tom and Candace Spiel have risen within the ranks of the McDonald’s system to own and operate nine restaurants in southern California. In 2010, they rebuilt their first McDonald’s, which originally opened in 1966. They chose to rebuild it to LEED® Gold standards, incorporating eco-friendly and energy-efficient features.

HVAC Security Emergencies: No Terrorist Required

July 2, 2012

By Howard McKew, P.E., C.P.E.

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Plenty of potential ventilation crises await many otherwise unassuming buildings, thanks to nothing more sinister than truck accidents, emissions from nearby buildings, or unavoidable natural disasters. However, by pairing a clear basis of design with HVAC response strategies, building owners can apply some forethought and preparation to avoid worst-case consequences. Start by asking the right questions about your facility.

Rooftop Unit Trend Analysis

May 2, 2012

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Why did last month’s boiler system have the summertime blues?

Heating Hot Water System Trend Analysis

March 26, 2012

By Rebecca Thatcher Ellis, P.E.

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Could detecting a manual override suggest deeper problems?

BiQ’S Better Buildings

February 28, 2012

By Robert Beverly

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CABA spots building smarts in Philly, Toronto, and Ottawa.

VAV Box Flow Settings

February 27, 2012

By Paul Ehrlich, P.E. and Ira Goldschmidt P.E.

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The idea behind those minimums and maximums.

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