by Shane Henson — June 24, 2011—The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Inc.’s (ASHRAE) newly published 2011 handbook—HVAC Applications—has a new chapter that focuses on the unique design issues that tall buildings present, including stack effect, system selection, mechanical room location, water distribution, vertical transportation, and life safety.
HVAC Applications has up-to-date, real-world guidance from many of the world’s leading authorities in their areas of expertise, and covers a wide variety of topics—from residential, commercial, educational and health care facilities to agriculture, aircraft, fire and smoke management, and nuclear facilities.
The cost of HVAC Applications is $195 for the print version, which includes a searchable CD, or $165 for the CD only. ASHRAE members receive the print/CD version as a member benefit. The volume also is being added to ASHRAE Handbook Online.
