This past May I wrote in the Back2Basics column about the design intent of a small city school system that chose to invest in an annual contract for a temporary air-cooled chiller for special events ...

The fourth edition of HVAC Systems Duct Design presents the basic methods and procedures required to design HVAC air distribution systems. This manual provides the HVAC system designer detailed ...

Creating both attractive designs and occupant comfort in commercial buildings is easy with the right HVAC system. Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems offer architects more design freedom than ...

Industrial facilities are shifting from a long-standing reliance on natural gas to electrified alternatives such as heat ...

Hvakr provides further evidence that discipline-specific AI is landing in engineering software faster than it is in ...

The 2026 HVAC and IECC code updates are reshaping how contractors design, size, and install systems. Stricter efficiency, ventilation, and documentation requirements mean old shortcuts can now cost ...

Although the offshore industry lacks standardized guidelines, this article identifies some criteria that an engineer should consider in the design of offshore heating, ventilating, and ...

This article provides an overview of the important factors associated with air handling systems within pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical facilities. It provides information on the need for these ...

HVAC mistakes are common, but they can have a lasting impact on your furnace, air conditioner, and energy bills. Faulty thermostat installation, delaying repairs, and not changing filters often enough ...