Testing and Balancing HVAC Air and Water Systems

This book provides an understanding of the principles and practices of testing and balancing HVAC air and water systems. It is a field reference book for technicians, a text for learning more about HVAC systems, and a resource for teaching TAB and writing effective specifications. It covers general and specific testing and balancing procedures, fume hood systems, cleanrooms, and commissioning HVAC systems, and includes information on water systems and centrifugal pumps.

Format: Hardback
Length: 398 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2022
Publisher: River Publishers

This extensively revised book offers comprehensive insights into the principles and practices of testing and balancing (TAB) heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) air and water systems. It caters to a wide range of readers, including those with an interest in testing and balancing, novice technicians, experienced professionals, and those seeking to gain a deeper understanding of HVAC systems and TAB. Whether you are a mechanical engineer, building owner, facility manager, commissioning agency, or energy manager, this book serves as a valuable resource for teaching TAB, enhancing specifications, and exploring the interplay between TAB, system commissioning, indoor air quality, and energy management.

The primary objective of this book is to enhance communication and collaboration among owners, mechanical engineers, designers, vendors, contractors, TAB engineers, supervisors, and technicians to ensure thorough testing and balancing of HVAC systems. It serves as a valuable tool in test and balance self-study courses, in-house training programs, seminars, and other training formats, as well as in colleges and technical schools.

The sixth edition of this book encompasses a wide range of testing and balancing procedures, covering constant air volume systems, variable air volume systems, return air and exhaust air systems, positive and negative pressure conditioned spaces, and fans and fan performance. Chapters 1 through 9 provide detailed general and specific testing and balancing procedures, while Chapters 10 through 12 focus on testing and balancing fume hood systems, cleanrooms, and commissioning HVAC systems. Chapters 13 and 14 delve into water systems and centrifugal pumps, including water balancing processes.

By incorporating this comprehensive resource, readers can gain a thorough understanding of TAB principles, practices, and applications, enabling them to deliver high-quality HVAC systems that meet performance standards and ensure optimal comfort and energy efficiency.

Weight: 776g
Dimension: 157 x 235 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788770223539
Edition number: 6 ed