Consulting-Specifying Engineer - September 2008 - (Page 3) contents COVER STORY FEATURES 30 | Commissioning on-site electrical systems By adding commissioning to the overall design and construction of a facility, power systems become more reliable. BY KENNETH KUTSMEDA, PE, KLINGSTUBBINS, PHILADELPHIA SEPTEMBER 2008 36 | Mentoring control engineers and technicians In the high-tech, fast-paced, jargon-filled buildings industry, mentors who connect and communicate with compassion will have a lasting impact. BY DAVID SELLERS, PE, FACILITY DYNAMICS ENGINEERING, PORTLAND, ORE. 44 | Casting call for Cx Casting the right commissioning delivery method for each project is critical. On the cover: Stairs are a common egress strategy in all buildings, including high-rises and other commercial facilities. BY RONALD WILKINSON, PE, LEED AP , AKF GROUP LLC, NEW YORK 20 | Selecting appropriate egress strategies The selection of an appropriate egress strategy requires a good understanding of the building and its occupants, the protection measures in place, and the expected emergency response. BY JEFFREY TUBBS, PE, ARUP AND , BRIAN MEACHAM, PE, PHD, WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE DEPARTMENTS 07 | Viewpoint Settling the commissioning frontier 14 | M/E Roundtable Commercial kitchen ventilation 08 | Letters Protecting hospitals, selecting smoke detectors, suggested reading 52 | Case Study Green campus living 54 | New Products 61 | Equipment Lifecycles Putting pressure on steam humidification KEY AUTOMATION & CONTROLS COMMUNICATIONS ELECTRICAL FIRE, SECURITY & LIFE SAFETY HVAC LIGHTING PLUMBING 10 | News ASHRAE withdraws Air Barrier z addendum, WSP Flack + Kurtz undergoes name change, BCA Best Practices in Commissioning Existing Buildings available online 71 | Advertiser Index 72 | Green Space Make IT green Consulting-Specifying Engineer • SEPTEMBER 2008 3 http://www.reed4success.com/renew.asp?magid=042&promocode=WHH01PA4
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