Description

Tall buildings have existed for more than 100 years and have been built in cities worldwide. Great heights only became possible after the invention of the elevator safety braking system in 1853; subsequent population and economic growth in cities made these taller buildings very popular. This chapter focuses on the specific HVAC system requirements unique to tall buildings.
Stack Effect
Systems
System Selection Considerations
Displacement Ventilation
Central Mechanical Equipment Room Versus Floor-By-Floor Fan Rooms
Central Heating and Cooling Plants
Water Distribution Systems
Vertical Transportation
Life Safety in Tall Buildings
No. of Pages: 18

Citation: 2019 ASHRAE Handbook¿¿¿HVAC Applications

Product Details

Published:

2019

ISBN(s):

9781947192126

Number of Pages:

18

Units of Measure:

Dual

File Size:

1 file , 1.7 MB

Product Code(s):

D-A042019IP