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Heating and Water Services Design in Buildingsby Keith Moss
Spon Press 1996; US$ 40.95Heating and Water Service Design in Buildings has been written following thirteen years in the industry and twenty seven years teaching and consultancy work. The author has worked with college students, university undergraduates and open learning candidates of all ages. more...
Ventilation of Buildingsby Hazim Awbi
Spon Press 1995; US$ 119.95Now available in paperback, this book presents the most recent research and technical development in the subject of ventilation. It conveys the basic theory as well as the practical considerations required to design ventilation systems. more...
Naturally Ventilated Buildingsby Derek Clements-Croome
Spon Press 1997; US$ 240.00While there are many historical examples of successful naturally ventilated buildings, standards for indoor climate have tended to emphasise active, mechanical airflow systems rather than passive natural systems. Despite its importance, knowledge more...
Building Heat Transferby Morris Grenfell Davies
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2004; US$ 175.00A third or more of the energy consumption of industrialized countries is expended on creating acceptable thermal and lighting conditions in buildings. As a result, building heat transfer is keenly important to the design of buildings, and the resulting analytical theory forms the basis of most design procedures. Analytical Theory of Building Heat Transfer is the first comprehensive reference of its kind, a one-volume compilation of current findings on heat transfer relating to the thermal behavior of buildings, forming a logical basis for current design procedures. more...
Ventilation of Buildingsby Hazim Awbi
Spon Press 2003; US$ 79.95Hazim Awbi's Ventilation of Buildings has become established as the main text on the subject. This revised new edition builds on the basic principles and draws on the results of considerable new research in the field. more...
Audel Air Conditioning Home and Commercialby Rex Miller; Mark Richard Miller; Edwin P. Anderson
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 45.00This guide will keep you cool Like its earlier editions, this fully updated guidebook is packed with practical information on installing, servicing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting air-conditioning systems. Whether you're an AC professional, an independent repair technician, or a cost-conscious homeowner, everything you need is here. Clearly organized and loaded with diagrams and illustrations, it's a vital addition to your toolbox. * Find concise, accurate information on installing and maintaining both residential and commercial systems * Understand the physics of air conditioning and filtration * Make accurate temperature measurements using various methods and devices * Work with room air conditioners, water cooling systems, and auto air... more...
Audel HVAC Fundamentalsby James E. Brumbaugh
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 45.00Your guide to keeping the heat on Whether you're an apprentice or a veteran HVAC technician, you know that technology changes and you need to keep up. This fully revised guidebook covers everything you need to know to install, maintain, and repair the components that run, regulate, and fuel both old and new systems. From oil burners and steam line controls to the newest chip-based technology and environmental regulations, Volume 2 helps you keep the heat on. * Install and repair thermostats, humidistats, automatic controls, and oil or gas burner controls * Review pipes, pipe fittings, piping details, valve installation, and duct systems * Find new calculations and environmental guidelines * Learn the best ways to handle hydronics and steam... more...
Audel HVAC Fundamentalsby James E. Brumbaugh
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 24.99Keep it cool or heat things up This third volume of Audel's HVAC Library gives you a comprehensive, hands-on guide to installing, servicing, and repairing all basic air-conditioning systems in both new and older construction. You'll also find complete coverage of specialized heating units-radiators, radiant heating systems, stoves, fireplaces, heat pumps, and indoor/outdoor pool heaters, plus fans, exhaust systems, air filters, and more. It's what you need to complete your HVAC reference library. * Make accurate calculations for AC system output * Tailor AC systems for older construction * Learn to install and service today's popular electronic air cleaners and filters * Service less common heating systems such as coal-fired furnaces * Install,... more...
Indoor Air Qualityby Ed Bas
Marcel Dekker Inc 2003; US$ 94.95Indoor air quality has been much debated and feared in recent years. This guide provides a comprehensive account of hazards, sources and solutions. The text covers each area of the mechanical system, providing an effective understanding of pollutants, source control, ventilation moisture, maintenance and other key factors in protecting indoor air quality. Included are case studies, HVAC glossary and directories. more...









