Practical Guide to Energy Management for Facilities Engineers and Managers
Author | : Thomas E. Mull |
Publisher | : American Society of Mechanical Engineers |
Total Pages | : 656 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015050545477 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (77 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This guide examines practical applications and presents examples for conserving energy and reducing energy costs in commercial, institutional, and industrial plants and facilities. Registered Mechanical Engineer Mull provides an introduction to the basic scientific principles and economics of energy management. Then commonly-used energy-consuming equipment and systems are profiled. Some of the topics covered include steam and hydronic boilers, and pumping, chilled water, air distribution, HVAC, electrical, lighting, compressed air, refrigeration, heat recovery, cogeneration, energy management, and thermal storage systems. c. Book News Inc.