Fires cause loss of life, damage property and harm the environment. HVAC fire protection issues inside buildings are, therefore, important. Now, thanks to a positive fire code and a regulatory framework in place, the UAE is better prepared to combat the menace, writes Alexandre Benoit.
Posted: September 15, 2010
The demand for quick results has led many in the HVAC industry to use single number evaluation methods, such as IPLV (integrated part load value) as a substitute for executing a complete hour-by-hour modelling analysis.
Posted: August 15, 2010
A question often asked by engineers is: Is a mechanical joint reliable? Rami Mahmoud , while answering it , addresses some of the misconceptions about them and makes a case for grooved pipe joining.
Posted: August 15, 2010
With rising levels of energy consumption and forecasts of an increase in peak electricit y demand by 12% for 2012, energ y reduction is the top priorit y in the UAE. But it is no longer merely a matter of a political debate , but poses a challenge to the entire energy circle, argues Hans Altmann.
Posted: July 30, 2010
Combined use of differential pressure controllers and variable speed pumps delivers high energy savings.
Posted: June 20, 2010
Aslan Al-Barazi takes a close look at different types of cooling tower separators and filtration equipment to demonstrate how to maximise the efficacy and efficiency of cooling systems.
Posted: May 15, 2010
Though there are a couple of caveats to be considered, HFC blends are emerging as potential alternatives to HCFC22 for air conditioning systems, says Dr M Ramaswamy
Posted: April 15, 2010
The market for outsourced facilities management is growing at a fast pace in the region, thanks to the advantage it offers, in the form of reduced overhead costs. Frost & Sullivan’s Ramesh Kumar has the report.
Posted: April 15, 2010
The final challenge to an energy and water conservation programme is the measurement and verification of the accrued savings
Posted: March 15, 2010
Right-Sizing, not over-sizing, the HVAC systems in the Gulf, is the way to go
Posted: March 15, 2010