A big step in the right direction for HVAC companies is the move toward proper design utilizing software. For decades, many have been using rules of thumb to size equipment and duct systems, making ...

What determines the true HVAC system cost when it’s time to replace an old unit? MARIETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January ...

When your home never quite feels as comfortable as it should, it is easy to assume you are stuck with a full system ...

As a rule, temporary HVAC is left up to the imagination of the contractor, and it is usually based on carrying a bare minimum cost to the project. I have even experienced HVAC subcontractors carrying ...

Federal energy data shows widespread HVAC installation issues, with airflow and duct design often limiting system performance during winter demand. Proper airflow is essential to system performance.

Tight space and time constraints are common for multifamily projects in high-density urban areas. To combat these challenges, Philadelphia-based VBC has made a name for itself by offering a modular ...

Creating both attractive designs and occupant comfort in commercial buildings is easy with the right HVAC system. Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems offer architects more design freedom than ...

When your HVAC system was new, it was designed to keep the indoor environment comfortable, functional, and safe. Over time, that system can drift out of alignment, leading to wasted resources, ...

The contaminants identified as cancer-causing include benzene, formaldehyde, butadiene, toluene, acrylonitrile and isocyanates, among others. These chemicals are emitted as gases and soot during a ...

Although the offshore industry lacks standardized guidelines, this article identifies some criteria that an engineer should consider in the design of offshore heating, ventilating, and ...