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Understanding Hysteresis and Its Impact on HVAC Control Repeatability

This article explains how hysteresis in dampers and actuators undermines HVAC control repeatability and minimum outdoor air accuracy. It outlines ASHRAE research […]

Ensure Long-Term Ventilation Operation and IAQ in Virginia Schools

With Virginia’s new law requiring ventilation verification every 4 years starting July 1, 2025, it’s time for HVAC professionals and school leaders […]

FAQs on Virginia Law on Indoor Air Quality; Inspection and Evaluation

Starting July 1, 2025, Virginia public schools must verify that their HVAC systems meet ventilation standards. This includes installing permanent airflow measurement […]

IAQ for Virginia Schools

A new law will take effect in all Virginia schools starting July 1, 2025, to initiate Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) inspections and […]

Achieving Demand Control Ventilation Based on Occupancy

At South Lafourche High School and Thibodaux Middle School in Louisiana, fluctuating occupancy levels—particularly in classrooms and gymnasiums—highlighted the need for a […]

Making Healthier Buildings

Ventilation and filtration are foundational principles in healthy buildings. FMs are often burdened with reducing operating costs, and a prime target is […]

Meeting Ventilation Requirements, Achieving IAQ and Operational Efficiency

Claremore Indian Hospital recently upgraded its HVAC systems to significantly enhance indoor air quality (IAQ) and energy efficiency, ensuring optimal airflow and […]

Data-driven Insights: Improving Indoor Environment Quality and Sustainability with Room Sensor Technology

Digitalization is driving every aspect of the building industry, including the adoption of room sensing technology. But there are differences in room […]

Ventilation for Health and ASHRAE Standard 241-2023

Listen to this presentation on ASHRAE Standard 241-2023, discussing ventilation for healthy buildings. We will explore the historical context of why we […]

CO2 and IAQ: What's it all about?

This recorded webinar discusses the relationship between carbon dioxide levels and air quality, and exposes the risks and uncertainties of relying on […]