Fundamentals of HVAC Systems
SI Edition Hardbound Book
- 1st Edition - December 18, 2006
- Latest edition
- Author: Robert McDowall
- Language: English
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)systems are omnipresent in modern buildings. This book is an introduction to all those involved in the specification, design,… Read more
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Description
Description
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)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:
• The objectives to be achieved by a system in terms of environmental control.
• The description of a system - including primary equipment, means of distribution, space and load
determination, and operating strategy.
• The basic function of components that form HVAC systems.
• The layout and functioning of common HVAC systems, including all-air systems, air-water systems, and
all-water systems.
• The strategies for operating systems and their basic means of control.
• Identifying the most suitable type of system for different types of application.
The book explains:
• The objectives to be achieved by a system in terms of environmental control.
• The description of a system - including primary equipment, means of distribution, space and load
determination, and operating strategy.
• The basic function of components that form HVAC systems.
• The layout and functioning of common HVAC systems, including all-air systems, air-water systems, and
all-water systems.
• The strategies for operating systems and their basic means of control.
• Identifying the most suitable type of system for different types of application.
Key features
Key features
* Air-conditioning is a major growth industry, this introduction to how systems operate and how to select, design and operate them effectively
* Endorsed by, and developed with ASHRAE, the leading trade body and recognised technical experts
* Provides a thorough introduction to how HVAC systems function in controlling temperature, air quality, and air circulation in a controlled space.
* Endorsed by, and developed with ASHRAE, the leading trade body and recognised technical experts
* Provides a thorough introduction to how HVAC systems function in controlling temperature, air quality, and air circulation in a controlled space.
Readership
Readership
Engineers entering the HVAC&R industry, including recent graduates and those from other sectors. Air-conditioning contractors, technicians, architects, constructiona and building management professionals
Table of contents
Table of contents
Introduction to HVAC, Introduction to HVAC Systems, Thermal Comfort, Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality, Zones, Single Zone Air Handlers and Unitary Equipment, Multiple Zone Air Systems, Hydronic Systems, Hydronic System Architecture, Central Plants, Controls, Energy Conservation Measures, Special Applications
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: December 18, 2006
- Language: English
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