Topic This program explores various heat pump configurations, from traditional to dual fuel used in supporting electrification and decarbonization. It covers heat pump terminology, sizing based on ASHRAE climate zones, selecting auxiliary heat, compares CO2 emissions and energy consumption with traditional gas/electric and electric/electric rooftop units. Speaker: Mitchell Kelley Our presenter, Mitchell Kelley, is a …
April 17, 2025Chapter Meeting Topic This program introduces a new technology focused on the category of groundwater enabled geothermal and how it is different than traditional vertical boring geothermal. It will cover the advent of a new type of advective geothermal solution, the tradeoffs between other solutions such as traditional vertical loops and pump an …
TopicThis program introduces a new technology focused on the category of groundwater enabled geothermal and how it is different than traditional vertical boring geothermal. It will cover the advent of a new type of advective geothermal solution, the tradeoffs between other solutions such as traditional vertical loops and pump and reinject systems, as well as …
Topic This program introduces a new technology focused on the category of groundwater enabled geothermal and how it is different than traditional vertical boring geothermal. It will cover the advent of a new type of advective geothermal solution, the tradeoffs between other solutions such as traditional vertical loops and pump and reinject systems, as well …
May 15, 2025Chapter Meeting Topic For decades, hundreds of schools throughout the US have been applying displacement induction ventilation with the QLCI diffuser. Join us to learn how and why this technology checks so many of the boxes critical to classroom ventilation design for proven year-round better IAQ.This presentation will clarify design concepts between the …
Induction Ventilation with the QLCI Diffuser Join us to learn how and why this technology checks so many of the boxes critical to classroom ventilation design for proven year-round better IAQ. This presentation will clarify design concepts between the predominant ventilation types compared to operational characteristics of displacement induction ventilation. Speaker: Einar Frobom Einar K. Frobom, …
Induction Ventilation with the QLCI Diffuser Join us to learn how and why this technology checks so many of the boxes critical to classroom ventilation design for proven year-round better IAQ. This presentation will clarify design concepts between the predominant ventilation types compared to operational characteristics of displacement induction ventilation. Speaker: Einar Frobom Einar K. Frobom, …
January 15, 2026Chapter Meeting Topic The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) provides pathways for deeper energy savings and carbon reduction when compared to the 2021 code. This focus on increased energy savings is the result of electrification readiness and greater flexibility in mechanical systems. Key changes include:Flexible Point System (section R408)Updated performance pathsProvisions for …
2024 International Energy Conservation Code & Point System
2024 International Energy Conservation Code & Point System
February 19, 2026Chapter Meeting Topic Understanding the concept of temperature change, moisture change, enthalpy and the associated calculation are all part of the design evaluation process referred to as psychrometrics. The common notion is that as long as cooling or heating takes place, the environmental conditions can be defined as "comfortable". Over many years, experience …
Applied Psychrometric Processes - Elements of Advance HVAC Design
Applied Psychrometric Processes - Elements of Advance HVAC Design
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April 16, 2026Chapter Meeting Topic New and creative solutions to mechanical systems help innovate the world when it comes to refrigeration and energy conservation, but are they really ethical? Ethics in engineering is something that should always be considered. From engineering new mechanical systems to contracting, ethics helps to prioritize public safety, health, and welfare …
Engineering Ethics
Engineering Ethics
May 21, 2026Chapter Meeting Topic DESIGNING CHILLED BEAM SYSTEMSHave you veered away from chilled beam systems because of cost concerns or uncertainty about when to use them? When designed properly and in the correct application, chilled beam systems can be an incredibly cost-effective option!The session will touch on:Why chilled beams?Energy advantages, aesthetics, thermal comfort, minimal …
Engineering Ethics
Designing Chilled Beam Systems
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