HVAC 360 - Episode 066 - LEED Basis of Design

This week on HVAC 360 I talk about the LEED Basis of Design.  Starting from definitions from ASHRAE Guideline 0 and LEEDUser, I share what I feel makes a good Basis of Design.  I also share my perspective on how the design team should view this document going forward.  To many view this document as an added burden of the LEED process where I suggest that teams integrate this into their Standard of Care and make it a part of doing business.  Allowing the BOD to be a tool that makes sure that they have all the information they need and that they are headed in the right direction.  It can also be used as a training tool for younger engineers and a way to integrate firm practices further into their projects.  As with many things the importance of this document is just to start now.  It can always be changed and often times large portions of it can be reused.  If you like this episode, please share and spread the word.

Here are some links that you might find of interest:

LEED User

ASHRAE Guideline 0

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HVAC 360 - Episode 065 - Radiant Cooling

This week on HVAC 360 we talk to Devin Abellon of Uponor about Radiant Cooling.  This is a technology that does not get selected for projects a lot but I feel that we need to still understand this system when we do run into it or find a situation where it does have a good fit.  I hope you learn something from this episode and if you do find it interesting please share it with someone else. 

Here are some links that you might find of interest:

Uponor Engineering

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HVAC 360 - Episode 064 - ICC IAS Commissioning Accreditation

The week on HVAC 360 we have a very hot topic for you and this involves standards that are being proposed by the ICC that effect all of the current commissioning certification programs.  We have Gerry Kettler talking to us today as a member of the ICC committee and also as someone who is heavily involved in the commissioning standards for ASHRAE.  One thing to keep in mind is that this standard is out for public comment until mid-May so get your two cents in and if you think anyone else is interested, forward the show and have them comment as well.  Hope you like this topic, if you do let me know.

Here are some links that you might find of interest:

ICC IAS ACR476 Document

ICC G4-2012 Guideline for Commissioning

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HVAC 360 - Episode 063 - Lessons Learned: Geothermal Heat Exchange Systems

This week at HVAC 360 I share some more lessons learned from the field regarding the design and installation around geothermal heat exchage systems or as some might know them ground loop heat exchange systems.  I touch on topics such as what to look for in the design of these systems and the construction issues that have appeared on a few of my projects.  I hope you picked up a thing or two and if you liked it please consider sharing it with a friend.

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Here are some links that you might find of interest:

GLHEpro Software

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HVAC 360 - Episode 062 - HVAC Careers: Manufacturer's Representative

This week on HVAC 360 I talk with Rob Laneve from Air Control Products about career options for those interested in the HVAC field.  Specifically we focus on the Manufacturer's Representative.  These types of positions are usually a sales or support role for the manufacturing industry to help make sure that their brand is positively represented through excellent support and follow-up. I hope you like the episode and if you do, please share it with a friend.

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Here are some links that you might find of interest:

Air Control Products

Manufacturers’ Agents National Association (MANA)

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HVAC 360 - Episode 061 - VAV Terminal Units

This week on HVAC 360, I talk about the different types of terminal units. Typically found in variable air volume (VAV) systems these are the devices that keep most of us comfortable on a daily basis in commercial buildings. There are a number of things to keep in mind so in addition to discussing the types, I talk about the pieces and parts that make them up and the some of the things to watch out for during the installation process. If you liked the episode please share it with a friend.

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Here are some links that you might find of interest:

Price Industries  and their engineering guide

Titus and their engineering guide

There are a number of other manufacturer's, including the larger air-handling unit manufacturer's, but these are two of my favorites.

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HVAC 360 - Episode 060 - NCBC National Conference on Building Commissioning

This week on HVAC 360 we talk about the NCBC (National Conference on Building Commissioning) with Liz Fischer and Jesse Sycuro. Liz is the Executive Director of the Building Commissioning Association and Jesse chair's the NCBC Planning Committee. We talk about the beginnings of the conference and it's relationship with PECI, as well as what attendees can expect from the conference this year, May 6-8, 2013, in Denver, Colorado.  If you like the show I would encourage you to share it with others.

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Here are some links that you might find of interest:

NCBC - National Conference on Building Commissioning

Presentations from past NCBC shows: 2012, 2011, 2010

BCA - Building Commissioning Association

PECI - Training and Education 

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HVAC 360 - Episode 059 - Lessons Learned: Coordination

This week on HVAC 360, I share some of my lessons learned from the field by the review of one of the most asked questions as a commissioning authority, "What is your number one issue?"  To that I have to say coordination, which is the topic of choice this week.  Not only do I go into why I feel this is the number one issue, but I also share some of my lessons learned to help engineers produce a better set of documents.  If you like this episode please share with a friend or two.

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HVAC 360 - Episode 058 - Bell & Gossett

This week on HVAC 360 we get a 'two-fer' from the Xylem Bell & Gossett booth at the AHR Expo 2013 in Dallas.  For our last interviews from the show floor we talk to Tomas Ricon and Mark Handzel with Bell & Gossett about the new products that they are showing at the Expo, information about the Little Red Schoolhouse, and some great resources which I will share in the post.  I hope you enjoy the interview and if you do please share it with someone that you think would like it as well.

Here are a few links that you can enjoy:

Bell and Gossett Homepage

The Little Red Schoolhouse

B&G Series 80 Sensorless Pumps

Selection and Sizing Tools

And as promised here are some photos:

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HVAC 360 - Episode 057 - EnOcean Update

This on HVAC 360 we talk to Jim O'Callaghan, President of EnOcean about what has changed and over the past year and what are some of the new products that were being showcased at the AHR Expo 2013 in Dallas.  To date the EnOcean Alliance membership is growing strong with larger players like Mitsubishi now on board, amoung others. If you like the episode make sure to share it with a friend.

Some links that I think you would like:

EnOcean Corporation

EnOcean Alliance website

EnOcean YouTube Channel

EnOcean Wireless Standard

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