Fundamentals of HVAC Systems

Fundamentals of HVAC Systems
Author: Robert McDowall
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2007
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0123739985

Everything that new HVAC&R engineers will be expected to learn, from the leading industry body - ASHRAE.

Fundamentals of HVAC Control Systems

Fundamentals of HVAC Control Systems
Author: Ross Montgomery
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2008
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080552331

Annotation This book provides a thorough introduction and a practical guide to the principles and characteristics of controls, and how to apply them in the use, selection, specification and design of control systems.

HVAC Design Sourcebook

HVAC Design Sourcebook
Author: W. Larsen Angel
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 399
Release: 2011-11-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0071753028

THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO HVAC DESIGN This practical manual describes the HVAC system design process step by step using photographs, drawings, and a discussion of pertinent design considerations for different types of HVAC components and systems. Photographs of HVAC components in their installed condition illustrate actual size and proper configuration. Graphical representations of the components as they should appear on construction drawings are also included. Learn how to design HVAC systems accurately and efficiently from this detailed resource. HVAC DESIGN SOURCEBOOK COVERS: The design process HVAC load calculations Codes and standards Coordination with other design disciplines Piping, valves, and specialties Central plant equipment and design Air system equipment and design Piping and ductwork distribution systems Terminal equipment Noise and vibration control Automatic temperature controls Construction drawings

Fundamentals of HVAC Control Systems

Fundamentals of HVAC Control Systems
Author: Steven T. Taylor, Ross Montgomery, Robert McDowall
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 365
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 008055234X

Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)control systems are omnipresent in modern buildings. This book is an introduction to all those involved in the specification, design, manufacture, installation, operation or maintainance of these systems. The book explains: *Control theory and how to evaluate, select, position and sequence the appropriate type of control *The electrical knowledge needed to understand controls and the use of electrical circuit drawings *The various types of valves and dampers, and their selection, installation and operation *Terminology and attributes of sensors, the selection of moisture sensors, pressure, flow, and auxiliary devices *Self-powered and system-powered controls *Electric controls, control diagrams and control logic *The components of pneumatic systems and control applications diagrams *Wiring conventions, application-specific electronic controllers and how to use them in HVAC applications *The use of written specifications, schedules, and drawings to clearly identify what is to be installed, how it is to be installed, and how it is expected to operate *Direct Digital Controls (DDC) components, their inputs and outputs, and the programming of DDC routines *DDC Networks and Protocols *DDC Specification, Installation and Commissioning After completing this course, you will understand: *Control theory and how to evaluate, select, position and sequence the appropriate type of control *The electrical knowledge needed to understand controls and the use of electrical circuit drawings *The various types of valves and dampers, and their selection, installation and operation *Terminology and attributes of sensors, the selection of moisture sensors, pressure, flow, and auxiliary devices *Self-powered and system-powered controls Electric controls, control diagrams and control logic *The components of pneumatic systems and control applications diagrams *Wiring conventions, application-specific electronic controllers and how to use them in HVAC applications *The use of written specifications, schedules, and drawings to clearly identify what is to be installed, how it is to be installed, and how it is expected to operate *Direct Digital Controls (DDC) components, their inputs and outputs, and the programming of DDC routines *DDC Networks and Protocols *DDC Specification, Installation and Commissioning

HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers

HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers
Author: Herbert W. Stanford III
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2003-04-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780203912492

HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers provides fundamental principles and practical techniques for the design, application, purchase, operation, and maintenance of water chillers and cooling towers. Written by a leading expert in the field, the book analyzes topics such as piping, water treatment, noise control, electrical service, and energy effi

Testing and Balancing HVAC Air and Water Systems

Testing and Balancing HVAC Air and Water Systems
Author: Samuel C. Sugarman
Publisher: The Fairmont Press, Inc.
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2000
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0881733423

This fully revised and updated edition of this classic best selling reference provides all the information you will need to evaluate and balance the air and water sides of any HVAC system. The third edition adds new chapters on testing and balancing clean rooms and HVAC system commissioning. Every aspect of testing, adjusting and balancing is addressed, including all types of instruments required, and specific methods to adjust constant volume, single zone, dual duct, induction, and variable air volume systems. Complete details are provided for the full scope of system components, including fans, pumps, motors, drives, and electricity, as well as for balancing devices and instrument usage. All needed equations and a variety of useful conversion tables are included.

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Author: Andrew Daniel Althouse
Publisher: Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997-09
Genre: Air conditioning
ISBN: 9781566373029

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is the leader in the refrigeration and air conditioning field! This comprehensive text teaches fundamental principles and service techniques. The text tells and shows how to diagnose and remedy HVAC problems. It provides an excellent blend of theory with job-qualifying skills. This text contains all the most recent information and advances necessary to prepare the technician for today's world. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning provides the foundation on which a solid and thorough knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning may be based. Students, as well as practicing technicians, will benefit from the topics covered in this book. This edition includes up-to-date information on refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclaiming. -- Chapters are divided into smaller self-standing modules for ease of use. -- Covers the operation of systems and their specific components. -- Progresses from basic to advanced principles using understandable terminology. -- Current information on the EPA rules, regulations, and guidelines. -- Identification of the various types of new refrigerants such as 134a and 123, and information on equipment needed for refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclaiming. -- Up-to-date methods of sizing, installing, and maintaining refrigeration and air conditioning systems. -- Proper procedures for using troubleshooting charts. -- Emphasizes procedures that will help the service technician become more efficient. -- Uses both US Conventional and SI Metric units. -- Chapters include Module Title(s), Key Terms, Objectives, Review of Safety (where applicable), and Test Your Knowledge questions.

Simplified Design of HVAC Systems

Simplified Design of HVAC Systems
Author: William Bobenhausen
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 450
Release: 1994-04-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780471532804

A practical overview of what to consider when designing a building's heating, cooling, ventilating and humidifying systems along with their space, power, control and other requirements. Includes the latest concepts, applications, basic design problems and their solutions. Packed with examples to facilitate understanding.

HVAC Controls

HVAC Controls
Author: Guy W. Gupton
Publisher: The Fairmont Press, Inc.
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2002
Genre: Air conditioning
ISBN: 0881733415

This handbook was written to serve as a complete and concise reference for those engaged in the operation and maintenance of automatic control systems serving building heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems.

Fundamentals of HVACR

Fundamentals of HVACR
Author: Carter Stanfield
Publisher: Pearson
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Air conditioning
ISBN: 9780132859615

Created with a clear-cut vision of necessary knowledge, this groundbreaking text provides comprehensive coverage of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Lauded as a reader-friendly text that delivers fundamental concepts, the most current trends, and practical applications with simple language and skillfully presented concepts, F undamentals of HVACR, 2nd edition boasts carefully selected artwork and the right amount of detail. This book is everything readers need to know to install, service, and maintain HVACR systems.