Fundamentals & Engineering
Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling: The Future of High-Density Data Center Thermal Management
Data center power densities have surged to 12-30 kW per rack, making liquid cooling essential. Learn how single-phase and two-phase direct-to-chip systems work, refrigerant selection criteria, and critical design considerations for hoses, tubing, and couplings in modern high-density data centers.
Ductwork Air Flow Balancing
Balancing air systems (ductwork) may be accomplished in various ways. The most common method to accomplish ductwork balancing is Proportional Method. Each diffuser is adjusted to supply the right percentage of total air volume in the ductwork.
Valve Characteristics
Why do we need to be aware of the valve characteristics? Every component in a hydronic system has some level of influence on the control and performance of a hydronic system. Valves are key because they are the controlling devices at the critical areas of heat transfer.
Major Hvac Systems and Equipment
A comprehensive list of all the major HVAC system types and related equipment
Copeland Refrigeration Manuals Download
This is a five series of publications comprising the Emerson Climate Technologies, Inc. Refrigeration Manual. Although each separate part covers a specific area of refrigeration theory and practice, each successive publication presumes a basic understanding of the material presented in the previous sections.
Ice Storage Systems
Thermal energy storage (TES) involves adding heat (thermal) energy to a storage medium, and then removing it from that medium for use at some other time. This may involve storing thermal energy at high temperatures (heat storage) or at low temperatures (cool storage).
Refrigerant Piping Requirements
This guide focuses on systems that use Refrigerant-22 (R-22). While the general requirements are the same for systems that use other refrigerants, velocities and pressure drops will differ.
Life Cycle Cost Analysis Method
The life-cycle cost analysis method is the most commonly accepted method to assess the economic benefits of energy conservation projects over their lifetime. Typically, the method is used to evaluate at least two alternatives of a given project (for instance, evaluate two alternatives for the installation of a new HVAC system: a VAV system or a heat pump system to condition the building). Only one alternative will be selected for implementation based on the economic analysis.
Standards & Compliance
HVAC Ventilation Design: Exhaust Air Ventilation By Rate and ACH
Complete guide to HVAC exhaust air ventilation design using ASHRAE, CIBSE, and Carrier standards covering rate calculations, ACH requirements, and specialized applications for effective contaminant removal and energy efficiency.
HVAC Ventilation Design: Outdoor Air Ventilation By Rate and ACH
Complete guide to HVAC outdoor air ventilation design using ASHRAE, CIBSE, and Carrier standards covering rate calculations, ACH requirements, and building-specific applications for optimal indoor air quality.
HVAC Ventilation Design: Indoor Air Quality and Air Contaminants
Complete guide to HVAC indoor air quality and air contaminant management using ASHRAE, CIBSE standards covering contaminant identification, control strategies, and advanced treatment technologies for healthy indoor environments.
HVAC Ventilation Design: Air Intake Minimum Separation Distance
Complete guide to HVAC air intake minimum separation distances using ASHRAE 62.1 standards covering contamination source requirements, measurement methods, and compliance strategies for optimal outdoor air quality protection.
HVAC Ventilation Design: Air Classifications
Complete guide to HVAC air classifications using ASHRAE 62.1 and CIBSE standards covering air quality categories, contamination levels, filtration requirements, and ventilation strategies for optimal indoor environmental control.
HVAC Ventilation Design: General Schematic and Equations
Complete guide to HVAC ventilation design using ASHRAE 62.1 standards covering calculation procedures, system schematics, and modern ventilation strategies for optimal indoor air quality and energy efficiency.
HVAC Load Estimation: Fouling Factor
Complete guide to fouling factors in HVAC load estimation using Carrier water conditioning standards for accurate heat transfer equipment sizing and comprehensive water quality management strategies.
HVAC Load Estimation: Diversity Factor
Complete guide to diversity factors in HVAC load estimation using CIBSE and Carrier standards for accurate system sizing that reflects realistic building operation patterns and prevents equipment oversizing.
HVAC Load Estimation: Indoor Design Conditions and System Requirements by Building Type
Complete guide to indoor design conditions for HVAC load estimation covering temperature, humidity, air quality, and specialized requirements for residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and specialty building applications using ASHRAE, CIBSE, and Carrier standards.
HVAC Load Estimation: Infiltration Heat Gain and Loss
Complete guide to infiltration in HVAC load estimation using ASHRAE, CIBSE, and Carrier standards for accurate assessment of uncontrolled air exchange and its impact on heating and cooling loads.
Digital Tools & Resources
HVAC-R Load Calculator: Your Essential Tool for Accurate System Sizing
Our new web-based calculator combines sophisticated engineering principles with an intuitive interface, making accurate load calculations accessible to everyone from students to seasoned professionals. Unlike basic square-footage estimators, our tool considers the multitude of factors that influence heating and cooling requirements.
Interactive Psychrometric Chart
The aim of this web app is to create an interactive psychrometric chart on which you can project a range of comfort metrics as well as mapping weather data or room air conditions calculated using EnergyPlus. You can add or remove lines for a range of different metrics or highlight them individually to assist with dynamic explanations or presentations.
HVAC-R Financing Made Simple: Introducing Our Smart Equipment Calculator
we’ve developed a comprehensive HVAC-R Equipment Financing Calculator that goes beyond basic loan calculations to include industry-specific considerations like energy savings, equipment efficiency, and available tax incentives
Download Weather Design Conditions (ASHRAE)
Discover ASHRAE Handbook weather stations with our comprehensive search tool. Optimize HVAC and equipment design, sizing, distribution, and installation for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Enhance your energy-related projects across various sectors, including agriculture, by leveraging accurate climatic data.