HVAC Factor Column
Industry experts write about maintenance/operations strategies, equipment and service trends, and overall concerns related to HVAC and facility management.
Why Do HVAC Systems Lose Efficiency Over Time?
Effective preventative maintenance increases a HVAC system’s lifespan.
The Importance Of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Testing
Indoor air quality testing to identify bio-contaminants allows you to more accurately understand how to improve your facility's IAQ.
Why The Refrigerant Matters—For Green HVAC And Much More
Refrigerants can be used strategically to help facility managers reduce energy costs.
Heading Off Heat Stress
With the heat rising and productivity a concern at industrial facilities, keep workers safe and efficient with HVLS fans and fabric ductwork.
Achieving Sustainable IAQ In Facilities
The Clean First framework includes four steps facility management teams can follow to achieve Sustainable IAQ.
Commissioning For Facilities O&M Boost
Augment quality assurance efforts for facility equipment and operations through the services of a commissioning and energy professional.
Restore To Extend Equipment Life
With indoor air quality a top concern in facilities, a circular economy approach gives existing HVAC equipment new life.
Low Occupancy? Look At Variable Speed HVAC
Coupled with the need to increase outdoor air into the building, lower occupancies may present a challenge to facilities teams.
Follow The Science To Combat COVID-19
To protect building occupants, stay informed on effective practices for healthy indoor air and other strategies.
Cooling Towers And Rooftop Decks
Protect occupants in rooftop seating areas by minimizing potential risk of Legionnaires’ Disease from this equipment.
Best Practices For HVAC Retrofits That Deliver
Equipment that minimizes repairs, saves energy, and improves health will help ensure that HVAC retrofits provide efficient performance and comfort.
IAQ And Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems
To deliver on ventilation and energy efficiency conditions, facility managers may consider DOAS units for their buildings.
Prescriptive HVAC: Diagnose, Then Treat
To protect against transmission of COVID-19 and other threats, plan the steps to increase building ventilation and improve filtration.
A Look At Propane For HVAC Systems
As an energy source, propane offers facilities efficient, low-cost equipment operation that can help to lower overall carbon footprint.
HVAC Systems And Reopening Buildings Amid COVID-19
Examine your facility's HVAC systems with airflow, filtration, and humidity conditions at the forefront.
Propane For Heating And Cooling
HVAC systems powered by propane offer flexibility for facilities in far-flung locations, among other potential benefits.
Paths To Improved Indoor Air Quality
For facility management, here’s the 4-1-1 on MERV ratings and supplemental filtration strategies.
Phase Change Material Subdues Hot/Cold Calls
At an outpatient facility, trial implementation of phase change material showcases latent heat storage that improves occupant comfort.
Facility Executive | February 2020 Issue
The February 2020 issue introduces this year's Facility Executive of the Year. Plus, a look at building envelope issues, workplace redesign, and energy metering.
R22 Refrigerant Phaseout
The move to ban R-22 refrigerant is nearly complete. What happens next?
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