HVAC: Systems and Components Handbook

With this authoritative reference at hand, engineers and technicians will gain full knowledge of each component in todayÕs complex heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Completely revised and fully updated, this second edition of a widely used working tool offers: Analyses of todayÕs most efficient, most trouble-free systems ... Details on todays highly advanced components ... Ways to achieve economy and efficiency in design ... clear explanations of the environmental impact of HVAC design ... Information on meeting key codes and standards. Featuring contributions from the top companies in HVAC technologyÑYork, Allied Signal, Honeywell, and SverdrupÑthe Handbook is an ideal source of reliable and timely information and advice on HVAC systems and components.

Niles R. Grimm was section manager for the Sverdrup Corporation in New York City. A registered professional engineer, he is a member of the American Society of Heating, Regrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers. Robert C. Rosaler is a consulting engineer with several decades of experience in HVAC design and plant engineering. He is editor of both the Standard Handbook of Plant Engineering and the Handbook of HVAC Maintenance and Operations, also from McGraw-Hill.