Engineered Systems articles from August 2002

Engineered Systems archives from August 2002

More interesting than it sounds: the supplement and addendum roundup. (Editor's Note).
August 1, 2002... Summer tends to be a bit calmer around here, editorially speaking, but this year has proved to be an exception. The most high-profile addition to our summer routine is "Web-Based Facility Operations." The supplement, which begins on page 59 and...

Energy code concerns. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2002... I enjoy your monthly "Weather Report" column in ES and would like your opinion on the following energy code issue. New city of Seattle energy code language (Section 1433) requires "Water economizers... capable of providing the total...

Kjelgaard responds. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2002... I don't think you're all wet (Good line!). Given Seattle's mild climate, I would agree. For a typical Seattle office building with a 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekday schedule, there are only 616 hours on average when the wetbulb temperature is...

Power quality and commissioning. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2002... I just read Joanna Turpin's article online, "Betting on Better Controls," (May 2002). It was very succinct and well presented. However, when you made reference to bas [or BAS] it did not state anywhere in the article that it was the acronym for...

Math 101. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2002... This letter refers to Timothy Coyle's June column of "Current Affairs" (page 42). Thanks for some enjoyable writing, and good engineering advice! The uniform lack of "dimensional analysis" and failure to carry the names of the units...

Humidity question. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2002... I came across Michael Kjelgaard's column, "Weather Report" in the December 2001 issue of Engineered Systems while doing some research on waterside economizer. The information you provided was very insightful and will add value in our...

Kjelgaard responds. (Letters to the Editor).
August 1, 2002... The website for the National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) is http://lwf.ncdc.noaa.gov/oa/ncdc.html. You can download text files directly from there. The hourly, unedited local climatological data (LCD) files include wetbulb temperature for...

Back to basics.
August 1, 2002... Test 148 AUDITORIUM APPLICATION WITH ROOFTOOP DX COOLING AND GAS-FIRED HEATING SYSTEM, BASIC SYSTEM -- DESIGN 1 OCCUPIED-UNOCCUPIED CONTROL IN THE "UNOCCUPIED" POSITION: Time-of day clock TC-1, located in temperature control panel...

Controls soar at San Diego International Airport. (Case in Point).
August 1, 2002... The aviation technology and growing facilities of Lindbergh Field, San Diego International Airport, would surely amaze Charles Lindbergh. The airport, part of the Port of San Diego District, continues to expand and currently serves more than 14...

Magnetic drives solve hvac maintenance problems for high-profile Seattle tower. (Case in Point).
August 1, 2002... Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, the 55-story Washington Mutual Tower is one of the city's premier office buildings, with over 1 million sq ft of tenant space and a six-level underground parking garage. Thirty-two hundred office...

Baseball bas: system, fan-shaped roof fortify fan count. (Case in Point).
August 1, 2002... The weather was cold and miserable on the Milwaukee Brewers' opening day, April 6, 2001. However, 42,400 fans easily forgot about that while sitting in comfort beneath the roof of the new Miller Park, watching the Brewers beat the Cincinnati...

Proprietary process boosted by drives, regenerated energy. (Case in Point).
August 1, 2002... Two years ago when American Synthetic Fiber (ASP) planned construction of its new 240,000-sq-ft fiber extrusion and nonwoven fabric production facility in Pendergrass, GA, managers focused on a singular objective: maximizing up time. "Our goal...

Step out of the shadow technique: training for the long run: development, implementation, and evaluation. (Commissioning).
August 1, 2002... Last month's column introduced the concept of instructional systems design (ISD) as part of an overall systems approach to training focused on efficiency, effectiveness, and maximizing the ROI. This month's column concludes the ISD...

Extra access for net results: can an extranet provide a home for Web-based facilities operation?. (Building Automation).
August 1, 2002... Where should we locate our Web-based facilities operation (WBFO)? The WWW is way too wild and woolly, and the corporate Intranet may be calm and secure but too restrictive to allow real-time applications. Although security is a concern for...

Keeping your cool: hvac for electrical equipment spaces. (Current Affairs).
August 1, 2002... Rooms containing electrical power distribution equipment require attention to hvac. Due to their location in the building, electrical closets are typically served by the building hvac system and provided with conditioned air to meet both...

What is (or isn't) in a name? Green or sustainable design: It's more business as usual than you might think. (Sustainable & Attainable).
August 1, 2002... While working on ASHRAE's Green Guide, I was struck by the lack of discourse in the mainstream journals regarding green design. Oh sure, I can pick up a copy of the Natural Times at the local juice bar and read about furniture made from hemp...

High-Piled combustible storage: protecting these facilities can be a tall order. (Smoke & Fire Control).
August 1, 2002... As a result of rising real estate costs and a shortage of space, "high-piled combustible storage" buildings such as warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and retail buildings are getting taller to take up the least amount of square footage...

Weather report.
August 1, 2002... Michael Kjelgaard June 2002 CHANGING GEARS With June behind us, we have officially entered the cooling season, and you may have noticed that the tables have been modified to concentrate on cooling-related data. These changes...

Proprietary perspectives.
August 1, 2002... With so much focus on interoperability, is there still a market for proprietary bas? What are the possible advantages of working with a single controls vendor? Can a system be "open" and "proprietary" at the same time? In this transitory...

Location, location, location.
August 1, 2002... Today, vfd's provide an opportunity for many fan or pump applications to increase their efficiency. However, maximum savings can't materialize without the ideal placement of the system's pressure transmitter. Examine the logic behind this part...

The world of total home comfort.
August 1, 2002... Heating Air Conditioning Water Heating Visit Booth 2501 NORTH AMERICA International Trade Fair for Kitchen & Bath, Plumbing, PVF, Heating and Air-Conditioning FORGING A NEW ERA OF PRODUCTS, PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFITS ...

A guide to Web-based facilities operation: do more with less by using Web-based anywhere information to amplify your existing building operational resources.
August 1, 2002... The reality of today and tomorrow's economy is that we will be doing more with less to effectively manage our buildings. Given this challenge, our savior is that technology in the form of Web-based everything is now providing us a path to...

Mega motor loads.
August 1, 2002... The heat of 33,000 motors is not a common design factor. Neither are rooftop sight lines predetermined to preserve air traffic control's view of the runway. Yet, when designing the cooling system for a major shipping company's expansive...

ISH North America and LonWorks to offer extensive hvac/bas schedule. (Issues and Events).
August 1, 2002... Cutting-edge technologies in hvac, energy management, building automation, plumbing, piping, kitchen, and bath industries will be on display and discussed in seminars when Toronto hosts ISH North America, which has also colocated with...

Project management symposium slated for Chicago next month. (Issues and Events).
August 1, 2002... The 1st Annual Collaborative PSMJ/PMJ-DPC Project Management Symposium will be held in Chicago on Sept. 26-27, 2002. This Collaborative Project Management Symposium is presented in four tracks: owners, designers, constructors, and information...

Smith Cast Iron Boilers. (Industry News).
August 1, 2002... Smith Cast Iron Boilers (Westfield, MA) is conducting an extensive training program for heating contractors. The Heating Pros program includes "On the Road" training seminars held at numerous locations throughout New England, New York, New...

Permatron Corporation. (Industry News).
August 1, 2002... Permatron Corporation (Franklin Park, IL) is celebrating 45 of success years in the residential, commercial, and OEM air filtration industries.

Intellidyne. (Industry News).
August 1, 2002... Intellidyne (Glen Cove, NY) has announced the launch of a complete line of energy-saving products for residential and commercial heating, cooling, and refrigeration.

Frank Hartman. (Places and Faces).
August 1, 2002... Carrier Corporation (Farmington, CT) recently announced the appointment of Frank Hartman to vice president and general manager for Carrier, Bryant, and Payne residential sales and marketing.

Andy McMillan. (Places and Faces).
August 1, 2002... Teletrol Systems Inc. (Manchester, NH) recently announced that Andy McMillan has joined Teletrol as president and CEO.

Mark Bergman. (Places and Faces).
August 1, 2002... Mark Bergman has been named director of controls, McQuay International (Minneapolis, MN).

Tony Morrow. (Places and Faces).
August 1, 2002... Tony Morrow has joined mechanical contractor Condaire Inc. (St. Louis) as project manager.

Ian Stewart Farwell. (Places and Faces).
August 1, 2002... Rheem Manufacturing Company (New York) has announced the promotion of Ian Stewart Farwell to the position of corporate executive vice president and chief operating officer.

Bob Smith. (Places and Faces).
August 1, 2002... Bob Smith has been appointed director of sales and marketing of Lennox International's (Dallas) North American heat transfer OEM products division.

DOE to award $44.5 million for energy efficiency programs. (Issues and Events).
August 1, 2002... Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham recently announced that the Department of Energy's State Energy Program (SEP) will award a total of $44,535,000 to all states, territories, and the District of Columbia to assist in carrying out energy...

Television series addresses securing buildings against bioterrorism. (Issues and Events).
August 1, 2002... In a television interview with former U.S. Secretary of State Alexander Haig, Chelsea Group (Itasca, II) chairman George Benda explains how building owners and managers can protect buildings, occupants from bioterrorist attacks by transforming...

CRS Engineering and Design Consultants, Inc. (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... CRS Engineering and Design Consultants, Inc. (Birmingham, AL) recently completed professional design services for HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Spring Hill, FL. The project is under construction with completion expected by June 2003.

A. Epstein and Sons International, Inc. (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... A. Epstein and Sons International, Inc. (Chicago) recently appointed Gary Cooper, RA, as senior project manager.

The Stellar Group. (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... Michael Vranesh has joined The Stellar Group (Jacksonville, FL) as a senior electrical engineer for the process division,

Holabird & Root. (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... Holabird & Root's Rochester, MN office recently announced the additions of Lynn Carr as architect, Jeff Strand as electrical engineer, Antonia Garcia-Bravo and Linda Kaminski as architectural draftsmen, and Tracey Rahnenfuehrer and Duane Velzke...

Guttman & Blaevoet Consulting Engineers. (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... Guttman & Blaevoet Consulting Engineers (San Francisco) recently promoted Tunde Munz to associate.

Gage-Babcock & Associates, Inc. (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... Gage-Babcock & Associates, Inc. (Chantilly, VA) has hired Eric Greenwals as a fire protection engineer for the New York office.

American Subcontractors Association (ASA). (Engineering Beat).
August 1, 2002... Alberici Constructors (St. Louis) recently received the General Contractor of the Year Award from the American Subcontractors Association (ASA) Midwest Chapter, in the category of contractors with annual revenues over $50 million.

ARI. (Association Agenda).
August 1, 2002... ARI (Arlington, VA) announced that Stephen R. Yurek has been hired to serve as its general counsel.

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers International. (Association Agenda).
August 1, 2002... The American Society of Mechanical Engineers International (New York) recently announced the availability of a comprehensive new guide addressing all sections of the Boiler and Pressure Vessels and Piping Codes.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). (Association Agenda).
August 1, 2002... The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) (Quincy, MA) recently presented two awards at its World Safety Conference & Exposition in Minneapolis. Irving Mande, P.E. was presented with the Distinguished Service Award, while Donald W....

The Radiant Panel Association. (Association Agenda).
August 1, 2002... The Radiant Panel Association (Loveland, CO) is working on an RPA certification program. To obtain RPA certification, installers will be tested on their knowledge of radiant technology and installation techniques, and designers will be tested...

National Duct Cleaners Association. (Association Agenda).
August 1, 2002... The National Duct Cleaners Association's (Washington) board of directors recently voted unanimously to offer the Air Systems Cleaning Specialist Exam to any country worldwide, which will allow companies to obtain proper certifications for their...

Mixing analysis and selection. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... This air mixing analysis and selection program is designed to aid in defining the level of mixing required for specific systems, selecting products that will provide that defined level of mixing effectiveness, and generating specifications and...

Energy analysis. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... The new Windows[TM]-based Hourly Analysis Program provides consulting engineers with both an energy analysis tool and a load-estimating tool all in one package, allowing engineers to generate extensive, easy-to-read reports and graphs. -...

Alarm monitor. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... The Nexus Alarm Monitor sends customized messages to any e-mail-enabled device when a Metasys[R] alarm occurs, and can execute any other program, including Nexus Professional, in response to an alarm. - Energy Management Group Inc....

McGraw-hill construction. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... McGraw-hill Construction (New York) and Computecture (Rockville, MO) recently announced that the multitasking architectural database MADCAD will be available via construction.com.

Havcom Systems, Inc. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Havcom Systems, Inc. (Springfield, MO) will sell InfoGraphic Systems' (Garden Grove, CA) Topaz access control system to customers in Missouri.

HVAC Solution, Inc. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... HVAC Solution, Inc. (Salt Lake City) recently announced the release of HVAC Solution 1.2, which now features metric conversion, equipment scheduling in metric or U.S. units, connection arrows that change colors when connections are correct, and...

Datastick Systems, Inc. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Datastick Systems, Inc. (Santa Clara, CA) has entered into a software licensing and development agreement with Oceana Sensor Technologies, Inc. (Depew, NY) to develop a software interface exclusively for Oceana.

Reliable Controls. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Reliable Controls (Victoria, BC, Canada) has released RC-Archive, a data acquisition software program that works in conjunction with its MACH-System to provide for the long-term archiving of trend log data.

Algor, Inc. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Algor, Inc. (Pittsburgh) recently added support for the Rhinoceros[R] (Rhino) free-form surface-modeling CAD tool from Robert McNeel & Associates (Seattle).

Simplex Grinnell. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Simplex Grinnell (Westminster, MA) and Gold Line (Houston) recently announced a new and accurate instrument for measuring the intelligibility of voice emergency evacuation systems the STI-CIS[TM] Analyzer.

Meridian Project Systems. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Meridian Project Systems (Folsom, CA) Prolog Website connects project team members to one another and to the database information, images, and documents.

Environmental Support Solutions, Inc. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Environmental Support Solutions, Inc. (Tempe, AZ) has made the newest release of its Waste Reporter Software[TM] available for download at www.environ.com.

Power Measurement. (Bits & Bytes).
August 1, 2002... Power Measurement (Victoria, BC, Canada) released its ION Enterprise[TM] 4.0 energy management software featuring WebReach[TM], which extend; the capabilities of the ION Enterprise software by making power system information available to...

PoolPak. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... PoolPak (York, PA) provides comprehensive information about maintenance schedules for 55 equipment at www.Poolpak.com.

McGill AirFlow Corporation. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... McGill AirFlow Corporation (Columbus, OH) has enhanced its website at www.mcgillairflow.com.

Algor. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... Algor's (Pittsburgh) new webcast at www.ALGOP.com/profile/'ogin.asp presents examples that engineers can use to verify their heat transfer and mechanical event simulation (MES) analyses.

Interface Research Corporation. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... Interface Research Corporation (Kennesaw, GA) has released its first-ever online susta nability report, available at www.interfacesustainability.com.

Quest Technologies, Inc. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... Quest Technologies, Inc. (Oconomowoc, WI) has created a new website at www.quest-technologies.com.

ARI. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... ARI (Arlington, VA) has launched a new website promoting the 21st International Congress of Refrigeration, a major scientific conference involving attendees from around the globe, at www.icr2003.org.

Yaskawa Electric America. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... Yaskawa Electric America (Waukegan, IL) has expanded its full range of professional online training programs at www.yoskawa.com.

HVAC Agent. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... HVAC Agent (Carrollton, TX) has launched a new website offering career searches for hvacr professionals at www.hvacagent.com.

The International code council. (World Wide Web).
August 1, 2002... The International Code Council (Falls Church, VA) has announced the launch of www.ICCCcampus.org, a site focused on providing a comprehensive, online learning environment for the code enforcement and design community.

Chiller analysis. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... The latest version of Yorkcalc software is designed to quickly and easily analyze a chiller plant and determine the most cost-effective combination of chillers, pumps, and towers to meet cooling demands. York International York, PA ...

Energy analysis. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... System Energy Analyzer, originally created to accurately predict the energy use and cost for rebates offered by power companies, is designed to accurately calculate the energy use and cost for a given structure. ZEMA Systems, Inc. Tempe,...

Steam trap sizing. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... Trap-A-ware[TM]-Steam Trap Sizing and Selection Software can be loaded on palm or pocket PCs and includes over 500 traps of various types, sizes, and configurations to fit virtually every application, including superheat and sanitary...

Temperature and humidity logging. (Computers & Software).
August 1, 2002... Veriteq sGo software for Palm OS[R] allows users to take real-time readings and download the company's Spectrum dataloggers using a Palm handheld, instead of a laptop computer. Veriteq Instruments, Inc. Richmond, BC, Canada FREE INFO:...

Jobclock. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The company's battery-operated Jobclock system is designed to track time and attendance or job function, can track multiple jobsites and individual employees, prints payroll-ready time and attendance reports, and is tamperproof, weatherproof,...

Ac drives. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... New options are available for the SC Series Submicro ac drive line, including a dynamic braking kit for increasing drive capacity, and the Electronic Programming Module, a programmable memory module that contains the operating parameters of the...

Building control. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The Lennox[R] Building Controller is a new component of the L Connection[R] Network commercial control system, It allows the user to control building functions such as lighting schedules, vent hoods, exhaust fans, and more. -- Lennox...

Dual system. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The Radiaclim system provides both heating and air conditioning for buildings by using the existing hot water central heating system. The unit is installed in place of a radiator, and includes a console with radiator and an air conditioning...

Duct alternative. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The Nozzle Series is designed to be an energy-saving hvac duct alternative to metal, fiberglass, or polyethylene duct, according to the manufacturer. The unit is a round polyester duct with mechanically clamped thermoplastic nozzles for more...

Digital infrared thermometer. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The IR 610 digital infrared thermometer measures test points up to 500[degrees]F (260[degrees]C) and can be set to Celsius mode by a switch on the Front panel. Features include a data hold button, backlit display, low battery indicator, and...

Leak detection. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The Spectroline[R] Titan[R] Stinger[R] leak detection flashlight features dichroic filter lens technology and is only 7 3/8 in. long. The rechargeable NiCad battery is designed to provide up to four hours or more of inspection time between...

Pump control. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The Series 750B product line is designed to provide control of pumps, motor starters, and electric valves for commercial/industrial steam and hot water boilers. Available in a variety of configurations, the Series 750B provides point-actuated...

Probes. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The TRE Series RTD probe is available in shank lengths of 100, 150, and 250 mm. The resulting probe assembly is molded into a nylon terminal measuring 8 mm in dia by 25 mm in length. The connecting cable is available in 1,000 or 2,000 mm...

Ac drive. (Products in Focus).
August 1, 2002... The GPD 506/P5 ac drive for fans and pumps is now available in ratings to 200 hp at 600 vac, Features include an English/French-language keypad, and RS-232 serial communication port with optional interface cards, inverse PID, and a sleep...