Engineered Systems - February 2008 - (Page 17) CaseInPoint From the rooftop dehumidifier, supply air is brought in high on the natatorium’s wall into a plenum that spans the entire width of the pool. Aesthetically, the plenum is recessed behind the grandstands and only the six spiral metal duct runs emerge visibly into the space along the ceiling. Other HVAC equipment on the project also recovers heat. Installed by ASM Mechanical Systems, 100% outdoor air systems totaling 20,000-cfm for the new project’s middle school area and gymnasium utilize heat pipes to recover energy from the exhaust systems that save both heating and cooling energy. Other equipment on the project includes an Andover Controls BAS, which will soon be retrofitted to also encompass the campus’ older buildings. The ECFS is just another example of the emerging trend of schools functioning as environmental role models for their young impressionable school body. “Sustainability is becoming a resonant topic for many private schools that are seeking to expand and improve facilities,” according to Myra McGovern, spokesperson for the National Association of Independent Schools. “At the intersection of these two trends, you see a huge growth in the number of green schools being built,” she said. ES You can’t control Mother Nature But you can control your environment Keep your workspace clean, comfortable and productive AIR CURTAINS • MAKE-UP AIR SYSTEMS Mars Air Systems featuring ARES • Dynaforce Mars Air Doors “The only choice for an “Air of Quality”! 800-421-1266 Tel: (310) 532-1555 • www.marsair.com FREE INFO: 137 Something On Your Mind? Our surveys show that our Letters section is consistently very popular. Less scientific research also shows that the average HVAC engineer feels much better after getting an observation, a compliment, or an old-fashioned gripe off one's chest. We welcome all correspondence — just include your name and business affiliation, and send your thoughts to beverlyr@bnpmedia.com. FREE INFO: 8 w w w. esmag a zin e . c o m Pr od u Av ct L ai ite On la r lin ble atu re e 17 http://www.marsair.com http://www.marsair.com http://www.automatedbuildings.com http://www.esmagazine.com
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