HVAC Equations, Data, and Rules of Thumb, Fourth Edition - Softcover

Bell, Arthur A.; Angel, W. Larsen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1265612935 ISBN 13: 9781265612931

Verlag: McGraw Hill, 2026

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The indispensable resource for all HVAC professionals―fully updated for the latest advances in the field

HVAC Equations, Data, and Rules of Thumb, Fourth Edition offers the most comprehensive collection of HVAC design information available. Fully revised and updated, this industry-standard book presents a wealth of HVAC design information encompassing all types of facilities―from educational facilities and hospitals to offices and computer rooms. This fourth edition reflects the latest changes to the codes and standards used in the industry―including ASHRAE, ICC, and NFPA―and clearly shows how to interpret and put them to use. 

Written in an outline format for ease of use, the book features hundreds of field-tested equations, relevant data, rules of thumb, and all-new coverage of the latest building design considerations and technologies.  

This thoroughly updated fourth edition covers:

•  Definitions
•  Equations
•  Conversion Factors
•  Rules of Thumb for Cooling, Heating, Infiltration, Ventilation, Humidification, People/Occupancy, Lighting, Appliance/Equipment
•  Control of Infectious Aerosols
•  Cooling and Heating Load Factors
•  Design Conditions and Energy Conservation
•  Humidity Control
•  HVAC System Selection Criteria
•  Air Distribution Systems
•  Piping Systems (General, Hydronic, and Glycol)
•  Central Plant Equipment (Air Handling Units, Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, and Heat Exchangers)
•  Sustainability Guidelines
•  Noise and Vibration Control
•  Architectural, Structural, and Electrical Considerations
•  Properties of Air and Water
•  Auxiliary Equipment (Fans, Pumps, Motors, Controllers, Variable Frequency Drivers, Filters, Insulation, Firestopping)
•  Automatic Temperature Controls/Building Automation Systems
•  Building Construction Business Fundamentals
•  Cleanroom Criteria and Standards 
•  Designer’s Checklist
•  Professional Societies and Trade Organizations
•  References and Design Manuals

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Arthur A. Bell, Jr., PE (deceased) was a registered professional engineer and certified mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and energy conservation code official in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with more than 31 years of experience in the design of HVAC systems. In addition, he had been involved in the design of plumbing systems, fire protection systems, and construction field engineering–mechanical systems. Mr. Bell was also the author of HVAC Design Portfolio.

W. Larsen Angel, PE, LEED AP is a registered professional engineer in the State of Maryland with more than 36 years of experience in the design of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings. Mr. Angel is the author of the HVAC Design Sourcebook and co-author of HVAC Equations, Data, and Rules of Thumb, Third Edition. 

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: McGraw Hill
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1265612935
• ISBN 13: 9781265612931
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Auflage: 4
• Anzahl der Seiten: 560
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: McGraw-Hill Education; https://www.mheducation.co.in/; ; Via Verdi, 8; Assago Milano; 20090; Italien