1. High-Performance Building Systems.
- Author
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Sullivan, C. C. and Horwitz-Bennett, Barbara
- Subjects
MECHANICAL engineering ,ELECTRICAL engineering ,PLUMBING ,CONTACTOR control systems ,BUILDINGS ,ARCHITECTURE & technology - Abstract
This article discusses the growing number of options on the mechanical, electrical and plumbing and control systems for buildings. Engineering systems and building automation are critical for having an efficient, valuable and sustainable buildings. Builders can help their clients to obtain operational savings by offering mechanical system technologies, such as thermal energy storage and passive solar design. INSET: BAS and the Building Team.
- Published
- 2008