TOPIC - Can humidity and temperature be economically controlled in a well-ventilated, commercial building in a hot, humid climate?
By: George W. (Billy) Austin, Jr., PE
ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Hosted At:
Piedmont Natural Gas Technology & Design Center
4339 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28217
Presentation Summary:
Buildings are now constructed with tight, well-insulated envelopes; highly efficient lighting and internal equipment; and with more outdoor air ventilation. Also, typical rooftop package systems now come from the factory with fixed, unchangeable sequences of operation with the highest possible supply air temperatures. The result is a prevalence of humidity control problems in today's buildings. This presentation outlines design strategies, using rooftop DX equipment, to economically and efficiently deliver well-ventilated, dehumidified, and comfortable buildings in hot, humid climates.
Speaker Bio:
Billy has 39 years of experience in HVAC design, contracting, service, commissioning, energy audits, and energy modeling. He has served as Principal of Shultz Engineering Group since 2007 working on HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems design for K-12 schools, office buildings, multifamily, church buildings, hospitals, retail buildings, industrial facilities, and labs; including design documents.
Meeting Schedule
11:30 - Registration/Network
Noon - Lunch and Presentation