Major Sections: System Considerations Comfort Applications Process and Special Applications Types of HVAC Systems Components of HVAC Systems Basic Components Heating Equipment Refrigeration Equipment Air Handling Equipment Distribution-Piping and Ducting General Considerations Automatic Controls Avoiding Noise and Vibration Design for Energy Conservation Environmental Impact of HVAC Water Treatment Applicable Codes and Standards.

Formerly titled Handbook of HVAC Design, the new edition of this well-known reference offers HVAC engineers, designers, and technicians full coverage of all important aspects of the design, operation, and maintenance of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Two-thirds of the handbook has been revised and rewritten, and it now features contributions from experts at top companies such as York, Rockwell, Honeywell, and Sverdrup. The book will enable users to produce very efficient and economical systems ... select and install today's most advanced equipment ... maintain high system performance ... comply with key codes and standards ... and understand the environmental impact of HVAC design.

Part I: Introduction. Glossary of HVAC Terms. The HVAC Design Factor. Building Design and Equipment Location. Part II: Commissioning. Introduction to Commissioning. The Commissioning Process. The Commissioning Specification. Commissioning Check Lists. Commissioning Computer-Based Control Systems. Part III: Management of Maintenance and Repair. Strategic Planning. Preventive, Predictive, Proactive Maintenance. Maintenance: In-House versus Outsourcing. Computerized Maintenance. Reliability Centered Maintenance. Stores and Parts Management. Part IV: Maintenance and Repair Technology. Piping and Ductwork. Air Moving Equipment. Pumps and Valves. Heating Equipment. Cooling Equipment. Air Distribution. System Control Equipment. Condensate Control.

* A classic reference providing the applications, on-the-job insights, codes and specifications, and direction needed to design HVAC systems * Covers residential, commercial, and industrial systems * NEW coverage of Energy Conservation and Digital Control Practice and greater emphasis on indoor air quality

* A broad range of disciplines--energy conservation and air quality issues, construction and design, and the manufacture of temperature-sensitive products and materials--is covered in this comprehensive handbook * Provide essential, up-to-date HVAC data, codes, standards, and guidelines, all conveniently located in one volume * A definitive reference source on the design, selection and operation of A/C and refrigeration systems

This comprehensive and acclaimed volume provides a wealth of practical information on the design, installation, and operation of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems.