ASHRAE Journal

BACnet^® is now a household word in HVAC and an integral part of thousands of buildings. One anecdotal measure is that “BACnet” is the second highest search word on ASHRAE’s home page. This issue includes BACnet Today, a special supplement that showcases exemplary applications and technical advancements. Other articles include data center efficiency and a sustainable nature center.

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Publications Overview

This overview provides information for authors submitting manuscripts   

Comment on Publications

To comment on existing publications, recommend changes to existing publications or propose a new publication, please complete and submit one of the forms below:

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• Publications Planned by ASHRAE Committees
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ASHRAE Datacom Series

The ASHRAE Datacom Series, a series of seven publications, provides a comprehensive treatment of datacom cooling and related subjects. 

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ASHRAE Tools for LEED^® v2.2

ASHRAE has put together a new package including three ASHRAE standards frequently used in conjunction with LEED v.2.2. In addition, we include the User's Manuals for Standard 62.1 and Standard 90.1, and three books from the popular ASHRAE Advanced Energy Design Guide series to make a powerful set of tools for use with LEED.

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Free Energy Guidance

To promote building energy efficiency, ASHRAE and its partners are making the Advanced Energy Design Guides available for free download (PDF).  The guides offer designers and contractors the tools needed for achieving a 30% energy savings compared to buildings that meet the minimum requirements of Standard 90.1-1999.

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High Performing Buildings 

This quarterly magazine from ASHRAE helps decision makers in the building community learn about the benefits of innovative technologies and energy-efficient design and operation through case studies of exemplary buildings. 

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Searchable, Portable, Interactive

The ASHRAE HandbookCD+ 2005-2008 provides searchable access to the four most current Handbook volumes—including the newest volume, HVAC Systems and Equipment.  Because it has been developed and reviewed by hundreds of recognized industry experts, the ASHRAE HandbookCD+ is the world’s most authoritative HVAC&R reference.

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Every Practitioner's Essential Guide

An essential guide for every practitioner, the 2008 ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Systems and Equipment discusses various systems and the equipment (components or assemblies) that comprise them,  and describes features and differences. This information helps system designers and operators in selecting and using equipment.  Includes a fully-searchable CD-ROM.

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 62.1-2007 User’s Manual

Help for designing, installing, and operating buildings in accordance with Standard 62.1-2007.  The accompanying CD contains an updated 62MZCalc spreadsheet that assists in Ventilation Rate Procedure calculations.

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Service Life & Maintenance Cost Database

Engineers depend on accurate owning and operating data to make decisions involving the life cycle and functionality of buildings. This database, sponsored by ASHRAE Technical Committee 7.8, Owning and Operating Costs, exists to provide current information to engineers. Data can be submitted after registration.

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