What is Perimeter Heating?

Joe Hullebusch : Mar 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM

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What is Perimeter Heating?

Perimeter heating is a method of distributing warm air through ducts installed in the surrounding area of an indoor space. These ducts could be in above-floor diffusers or embedded in the floor using raised access flooring. Generally, however, the diffuser ducts are close or on the floor, and the return air is taken through grilles installed in the ceiling.

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Explaining Inches of Water Column (Inch WC)

Joe Hullebusch : Mar 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM

Inches of water column (inch WC) is a measurement unit for measuring static pressure. It’s a key metric for determining how much resistance air must...

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Defining Supply Air

Defining Supply Air

Joe Hullebusch : Mar 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM

(Source: John Wiley & Sons, Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction - 2006)

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Air Distribution

Air Distribution

Joe Hullebusch : Mar 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM

The sole purpose of an HVAC (heating, ventilation, & air conditioning) system, air distribution -- also known as room air distribution -- is how air...

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