Hvac 360

In this week's HVAC 360 episode we talk with Robert Bean, an indoor environmental quality and energy specialist and ASHRAE distiquished lecturer.  We cover topics such as the difference between IEQ and IAQ, what to focus on in design, construction, and operation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's episode celebrates World Toilet Day and we talk about why toilet room design is important and I offer some tips on improving your design.  I strongly encourage designers to develop their own process for toilet room design including questions they can ask the owner so that you can be the best advocate for the owner and deliver a toilet room that fits their needs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I talk with Penn State's Professor Bill Bahnfleth about the different options students have when it comes to HVAC and higher education.  Specifically we talk about Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, and Bill's favorite Architectural Engineering.  The last of which is a real laser focused engineering degree that is not found everywhere but is certainly worth listening to. Enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I talk to Kenny Tsakanikas, an industry veteran who has made a successful transition from working in the field to running his own construction business to now working in consulting.  In his current position he is involved in being both as an Owner's Representative in construction projects and as a building commissioning authority. Enjoy learning a little bit about Kenny and hopefully you can take away some actionable advice.  If you find what you hear useful, pass it along to someone else. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we take a look at what every professional needs to have in the trunk of their car or truck when they go to a job site.  I talk about some of what people can expect and what they should wear to keep them effective and safe. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I talk about prefunctional checklists for building commissioning in relation to ASHRAE Guideline 0 and the PECI documents.  Most commissioning authorities have there own style of checklists but I breakdown the anatomy of these forms to help professionals understand or possibly improve their documents. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I turn international by interviewing Canadian David Underwood, a professional engineer, a retired owner and an ASHRAE fellow.  David shares his journey in engineering and the wisdom that he has picked up along the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we talk to Mark Walter, Founder and Principal at Virtual Cx.  The services that Mark's firm provides are primarily focused on commissioning firms who require supplemental services. His building commissioning company is one of the truely innovative firms that I have seen.  If you like the episode please feel free to mention it to others. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode a talk about what I feel are the key to being a professional engineer: Being professional, growing skills, and learning how to network.  And although I focus on engineers on this episode you can really apply these skills to any profession. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You may unknowingly be making energy decisions or recommendations based on information that is almost a decade old.  Now the U.S. congress has cut CBECS funding and it is now becoming more outdated.  Learn what CBECS is and why it is so important in my interview with the Energy Information Agency staff.  If this is news to you, please conder passing this along to someone else that you know. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

HVAC contractors and engineers are historically not the most technologically progressive people.  "If it ain't broke", is a mantra that often comes up when it deals with new things and social media is no exception.  But who can blame them?  Things are changing on a daily basis and who has the time to stay profitable while keeping up with it.  In this episode, I talk with John Sonnhalter, a speicalist when it comes to social media.  John's perspective is from someone who deals specifically with the contracting world, so he has to be practicle.  So listen in and take a few notes, and maybe even develop a social media plan of your own. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk with current chair for ASHRAE's 189.1 committee regarding the current status of the standard and what to expect in the future.  If you're not familiar with ASHRAE's lastest "Green" Standard give this episode a listen.  Also feel free to pass on the episode to others that may find this material useful. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I talk with Steve Skalko the current chair of ASHRAE's 90.1 standard committee.  We discuss a little bit about what the standard is, where it came from and where it's going.  This is a great episode for everyone to learn something about 90.1. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Finally a new episode!  This one is with Lynn Bellenger ASHRAE President for the 2010-2011 Society year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I cover the current available certifications for a commissioning authority.  Just keep in mind that certifications are meant to qualify minimally qualified people, so if you are looking for a good commissioning authority make sure that you check his references. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I stress the importance of owner training. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For Cleveland engineers, he's one of my icons, and I think that most engineers would agree with me.  Listen in while I talk with Jim about his career and some of the memorable highlights. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I believe that not a lot of the members of ASHRAE or the population at large actually get to hear the President speak so in this episode I sit down with Gordon Holness and talk to him about a few topics of the day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we talk about a system that is helping owners not only reduce their energy consumption but also reducing the wear and tear on their boilers as well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SMARDT chillers are whisper quiet (well at least compared to other chillers).  Find out about the technology behind this type of chiller in this episode of HVAC360. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.