July 30, 2007—An updated Air-Conditioning Systems Design Manual, which bridges the gap between engineering theory and practical application, is now available from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).
The manual was first published in 1993 to assist entry-level engineers in the design of air-conditioning systems. The update includes new materials dealing with design process, indoor air quality (IAQ), and green design.
The guide has added information regarding:
- The various stages of the design process (conceptual design, schematic design, and design development) and the role of HVAC&R systems design in each stage;
- The commissioning process;
- Indoor air quality (IAQ), now noted as a major design intent for HVAC systems design; and
- Green design for HVAC systems in high-performance buildings.
The guide also contains International System of Units (SI) throughout.
The book is the second in the ASHRAE Professional Series, published jointly by ASHRAE and Butterworth -Heinemann/Elsevier. The cost of the Air-Conditioning System Design Manual, Second Edition is $89.95 ($71.95 for ASHRAE members). To order, visit the ASHRAE.org Bookstore.
