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Registration Is Now Open for the 2023 ASHRAE Winter Conference

September 21, 2022

Registration for the conference provides entry to the cosponsored AHR Expo, held Feb. 6-8 at the Georgia World Congress Center.

Upgraded DTS 34X1C/DTS 36X1C Series Cooling Units – Pfannenberg Inc.

May 17, 2021

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The updated cooling units offer greater cooling capacity in a smaller-sized unit.

Figure 3. California Title 24 Microclimate Zones

The Effect of COVID-19 on Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Loads in Restaurants Across California

Ramez Naguib

September 3, 2020

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California is focusing on physical distancing rather than one-size-fits all seating caps. This article explores how these mandated capacity changes are affecting, and will continue to affect, the restaurants' energy consumption.

Polypropylene Pipe Applications in Craft Breweries

Ron Rajecki

July 6, 2020

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Craft breweries (or microbreweries) are typically characterized as independently owned breweries producing small amounts of beer with an emphasis on quality, flavor, and brewing technique.

Motor Control Techniques: VFDs, ECMs, and More, Part 2

Robert Pfaff, P.E. Patrice Mulhern, P.E.

Kevin Ricart, P.E.

June 19, 2020

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An in-depth look at induction motors with voltage/frequency-controlled VFDs, induction motors with vector-controlled VFDs, and electronically commutated motors.

Environmentally Friendly Compound Shows Promise for Solar Cell Use

May 1, 2020

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Relatively inexpensive compound could perform safely and effectively in solar cells.

DOE’s Argonne Lab Develops Unique Latent Heat Storage Technology

The size of a garbage bin, Argonne’s Thermal Energy Storage System can be scaled up or down to meet the needs of virtually any commercial application.

April 16, 2020

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Argonne’s Thermal Energy Storage System is a form of latent heat storage, where the energy is contained within a phase-change material, such as molten salt.

Gentherm’s Maurice E.P. Gunderson Announces His Retirement

April 9, 2020

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Gunderson, who has served as a director of the company since 2007, is currently chair of the corporate governance committee and a member of the audit, nominating, and technology committees.

The Benefits and Challenges of a New Energy Future

Herb Woerpel

April 1, 2020

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A renewable renaissance is on the rise in America.

New Mexico State University Engineering Students Investigate New Thermal Power Technology

February 4, 2020

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Can a cutting-edge thermal power technology developed in the cold climes of Sweden work in the region’s arid environment? NMSU students explored the possibilities.