Cool learning: Schools are cutting costs and increasing comfort with fans

December 28, 2018 nithya_caleb

High-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans are easy to install in open spaces such as libraries, cafeterias, gyms, and school corridors. These cost-effective systems use minimal energy while creating a cooling effect of up to 5.5 C (10 F), thereby improving comfort in learning environments throughout the year.

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The challenge of noise mitigation

December 28, 2018 nithya_caleb

To create effective barriers to noise and vibration in buildings, it is essential to clearly define design objectives, carefully select construction materials, choose appropriate finishes, and diligently design the interior space with proper layouts of adjacent areas.

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Condensation on curtain wall surfaces: An investigation

December 28, 2018 nithya_caleb

In cold climates, condensation-resistance performance is expected for standard curtain wall systems. However, occupancy factors, unconventional building geometry, design details, and the design of heating systems and interior finishes may result in the reduction of condensation resistance, as demonstrated by a case study of a 12-storey commercial building in Montréal.

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Leveraging energy efficiency to finance HVAC system retrofits

December 28, 2018 nithya_caleb

The Québec City University Hospital Centre (CHU) de Québec – Université Laval opted for a deep retrofit project when addressing a backlog of deferred maintenance. Energy-efficiency upgrades at four of the centre’s hospitals included boiler replacements, improvements to the thermal plants, and reconfiguration of numerous electromechanical systems.

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Industrial buildings in wood

December 28, 2018 nithya_caleb

Three buildings in southern British Columbia offer insights into how industrial construction might evolve to offer greater environmental performance as well as speed and flexibility when employing mass timber products and systems.

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Thermal breaks prevent heat loss

December 27, 2018 nithya_caleb

Structural thermal breaks (STBs) address thermal weaknesses in the building envelope by ensuring continuous insulation (ci), thereby improving the overall thermal performance. They are also changing the design philosophy to an “envelope-first approach.”

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Designing for solar PV

December 27, 2018 nithya_caleb

Architects can integrate solar arrays into building designs instead of adding them as an afterthought. As solar photovoltaic (PV) technology matures and design options expand, everything from the colour of frames to the tint of the glass can be selected.

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Assignment of design to constructors: A discussion and direction

December 21, 2018 nithya_caleb

Recent changes to professional design services and construction procurement have led to deferring design responsibility to the construction phase of the work. The design community can take leadership on this issue and act on necessary improvements to communication with the constructor.

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Vapour diffusion and condensation control for commercial wall assemblies

December 20, 2018 nithya_caleb

The proper selection and placement of vapour-impermeable materials within wall assemblies is fundamental to their durability in both cold and warm climates. Failure to correctly account for the impacts of vapour diffusion can lead to damage and premature failure of wall assemblies.

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Do raked joints affect the fire resistance of concrete masonry?

December 20, 2018 nithya_caleb

Raked joints are commonly used in masonry walls for esthetic purposes. A widespread opinion is they reduce the fire resistance of concrete masonry. However, full-scale experimental tests and numerical studies have now found the fire resistance of walls does not greatly depend on the thickness of the mortar.

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