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| To ensure that The HVAC&R Industry is not blocked by spam-blocking software, add e-industry@ashrae.org to your address book. Should you encounter problems reading an ASHRAE eNewsletter, you may access any issue archived on the ASHRAE Web site at this link. To unsubscribe from this eNewsletter, click here. Industry NewsPV Prices IncreasingWILLIAMSBURG, Va.—The average cost of photovoltaic (PV) installations has risen slightly over the last three years, according to a recent report by PV News. The escalation in price is a departure from an eight-year trend of consistent price reductions. The researchers say that persistent silicon shortages and high demand are causing prices of PV modules and installations to rise even as production has increased. Read more Cooling, Heating Equipment Shipments Begin 2008 at Pace Similar to 2007 ARLINGTON, Va.—U.S. factory shipments of residential cooling and heating equipment for January 2008 look very similar to the totals for the same month a year ago, with a slight rise reported this year for central air conditioners, air-source heat pumps and gas warm air furnaces, according to the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). Read more China Focuses on Environmental Protection BEIJING—China has announced that it will reorganize the central government by creating five "superministries," including one responsible for improving environmental protection. The plan, submitted March 12, is intended to streamline an overlapping array of government agencies, commissions and ministries around core issues: environmental protection; social services; housing and construction; transportation; and industry and information. Read more Honeywell Official Urges EU to Take Lead on Efficiency BRUSSELS, Belgium—European Union (EU) member states need to take the lead in promoting energy efficiency, said Honeywell International's director for government relations for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Michelle O'Neill said that current strategy on energy-efficient technology is "too widespread right now." The Union recently developed a climate change and energy action package. However, individual governments must pass specific legislation. Read more ASHRAE NewsASHRAE Recommends Load Calculation Change to International Code Council Under a proposal to both the International Mechanical Code (IMC) and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), references to load calculation guidance in the ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals would be replaced with requirements from a new ASHRAE standard developed with the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA Standard 183-2007, Peak Cooling and Heating Load Calculations in Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings. ASHRAE made 15 proposals to the International Code Council (ICC). Final hearings for the code change proposals will take place in September 2008. If the proposals are accepted, they would be included in the 2009 code. Read more Feature of the WeekHigh-Performance Schools: High Marks for Energy Efficiency, Humidity Control, Indoor Air Quality and First Cost By John Fischer, Member ASHRAE; Kirk Mescher, P.E., Member ASHRAE; Ben Elkin, P.E., Member ASHRAE; Stephen M. McCune, AIA; and Jack Gresham This article provides guidance on how school facilities can be designed and operated to comply with ASHRAE’s ventilation, energy and thermal comfort standards while remaining energy-efficient and cost-effective. The authors include research findings from a demonstration site sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.
This article originally was published in ASHRAE Journal in May 2007. Click here to download the article. It will be available here through March 27. After March 27, access to the article from this eNewsletter will no longer be available. It will remain available for free download by Members here and for purchase by nonmembers in the ashrae.org bookstore. Product NewsOutdoor Airflow Measurement System From Paragon Controls SANTA ROSA, Calif.—Paragon Controls introduces the model OAFE-1500 outdoor airflow measurement system. It consists of multiple prepiped airflow elements in a casing designed for flanged connection to ductwork, control dampers, louvers, etc. An optional inlet bell is available for plenum applications. The system is designed to provide up to ±0.5% accuracy at certain velocity ranges. Read more Field Service Scheduling Board From WennSoft NEW BERLIN, Wis.—WennSoft® introduces the Graphical Schedule Board (GSB), which enables customers to manage service activities by displaying a picture of scheduled service, active appointments and unassigned service appointments. The board uses a configurable color-coded bar system to identify the call type and changes in call status. Read more Pumps From Bell & Gossett MORTON GROVE, Ill.—Bell & Gossett offers 43 models in the VSX® line of double suction, vertical split-case pumps. The pumps are available in three flange configurations and feature a groutless base plate, “plug-and-play” capabilities and hydraulic matching of the pump’s impeller and casing using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Read more Subscription ManagementAmerican Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) is an international membership organization founded to advance the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and related issues. Need assistance? Please use the links below or contact us by e-mail. To change your e-mail address for all eNewsletters, click here. This will not change your official e-mail address in ASHRAE's member database. This will only change the e-mail address to which your ASHRAE eNewsletters are sent. If someone passed along this eNewsletter to you, and you want to have your own subscription, click here. To read ASHRAE's media kit to learn about advertising opportunities, click here. All contents copyright © 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc. 1791 Tullie Circle, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329-2305. |
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