Fundamentals of HVAC Systems (IP): IP Edition Hardbound Book - Hardcover

McDowall, Robert

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 012372497X ISBN 13: 9780123724977

Publisher: Elsevier Science, 2006

Synopsis

Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)systems are omnipresent in modern buildings. This book is an introduction for all those involved in the specification, design, manufacture, installation, operation or maintainance of these systems.

Developed jointly with the ASHRAE Learning Institute, the leading and recognised technical experts in the industry. This Inch-Pound edition is primarily for use in US markets. An SI version is also available on ISBN 0123739985.

The book explains:
. The objectives to be achieved by a system in terms of environmental control.
. The description of a system - including primary equipment, means of distribution, space and load
determination, and operating strategy.
. The basic function of components that form HVAC systems.
. The layout and functioning of common HVAC systems, including all-air systems, air-water systems, and all-water systems.
. The strategies for operating systems and their basic means of control.
. Identifying the most suitable type of system for different types of application

* Air-conditioning is a major industry and growing. Shows how systems operate and how to select, design and operate them efficiently to minimise installation cost and ongoing energy cost
* Endorsed by, and developed with ASHRAE, the leading trade body and recognised technical experts
* Provides a thorough introduction to how HVAC systems function in controlling temperature, air quality, and air circulation in a controlled space

About this title

Book Description

Everything that new HVAC&R engineers will be expected to learn, from the leading industry body - ASHRAE

Edition details

• Publisher: Elsevier Science
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 012372497X
• ISBN 13: 9780123724977
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224