What is Air Throw?
The air throw value is the velocity measurement of how well the air shifts from the vent or diffuser to the rest of the area/room it is heating or...
Air Distribution
The sole purpose of an HVAC (heating, ventilation, & air conditioning) system, air distribution -- also known as room air distribution -- is how air...
What is a Subfloor?
The subfloor is the layer above the joist, but below the underlayment (which is the layer below the surface). The purpose of the subfloor is to...
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The Volatile Organic Compounds List All Building Managers Need to See
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states the concentration of organic pollutants is 2 to 5 times higher indoors than it is outdoors.
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What is an HVAC Scope of Work Document, And Why Does it Matter?
Be it installing a new HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system or repairing an existing one, the first step before proceeding with...
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Is an HVAC Design Certification Worth It?
You’ve earned a college degree in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering and now feel ready to embark on your new career. But an MEP...
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How to Estimate the Cost of an HVAC System for New Construction Projects
A commercial HVAC project is a major undertaking.
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4 Essential Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Your Building
There’s no doubt that indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important metric.
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3 Ways to Improve Air Quality as a Casino
As of recent years, keeping the indoor air of your casino clean and healthy has become absolutely essential. Yes, many of your patrons are smokers,...