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Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? System Performance Depends on It

The Pro Builder

Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency.

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DOE Announces Six Finalists in Home Electrification Prize

The Pro Builder

Department of Energy (DOE) announced six finalists in the Equitable and Affordable Solutions to Electrification (EAS-E) Prize , which awards innovative solutions that advance electrification retrofits across various residential building types and geographies with $2.4 million in cash prizes and technical assistance. Milwaukie, Ore.)

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Trane® / Mitsubishi SMART MULTI® Line Expands

CCR Magazine

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC U.S. Trane / Mitsubishi SMART MULTI Three-Phase System Offers Long-Term Performance Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC U.S. New capacities include 6-, 8-, and 10-ton pump systems. The system features: A side discharge arrangement with a slim outdoor unit profile for reduced footprint.

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Energy-saving strategies: Ceiling panels with phase change material (PCM)

Construction Specifier

Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. Harsher winter storms and persistent droughts are also becoming more common.

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BSL conversions: A cost-efficient method to support high-containment research

BDC Network

BSL conversions: A cost-efficient method to support high-containment research 0 dbarista Thu, 09/26/2024 - 10:29 Laboratories Some institutions are creating flexible lab spaces that can operate at a BSL-2 and modulate up to a BSL-3 when the need arises. These safety measures increase the cost of construction as well as operating costs.

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The Ultimate Construction Glossary for 2024: Essential Terms and Definitions

Building Radar

This comprehensive construction glossary for 2024 covers essential terms and concepts that will keep you informed and help you stay competitive in the field. This includes using eco-friendly materials, improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, and integrating renewable energy sources.

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Learn the Latest News on Robotic Brutalism, the Fifth Consecutive Drop in US New House Development, American Solar Developers Are Building 25 GW, and UCCS and US Space Command Expand Manpower and Building

Construction Daily News

HANNAH, PERI 3D Construction, and CIVE collaborated to print a two-story single-family home with bespoke architecture and a durable structural system. The 4,000-square-foot project demonstrates 3D printing, mass customization, and design solutions that integrate conventional construction systems. MW, are installing just under 5 GW.