I was chatting with an engineer the other day. She called to ask me some questions about old steam-heating systems, particularly those of the New York City variety.
The National Propane Gas Association, among other groups, has been pushing for a full fuel-cycle measure of energy consumption for appliances at the federal level.
August 15, 2013
The National Propane Gas Association, among other groups, has been pushing for a full-fuel-cycle measure of energy consumption for appliances at the federal level. FFC considers the energy consumed in extracting, processing and transporting primary fuels through its point of use.
A complaint building maintenance departments frequently hear is that the occupants are either too hot or too cold. In some instances, both complaints may come from the same room.
North American hydronic professionals can now choose from dozens of modulating/condensing (mod/con) boilers. Many are designed for wall-mounting. Those who design these boilers strive for small enclosures and low weight.
Gas heat pumps used in Europe’s commercial and industrial sector could be a major component for residential heating.
April 24, 2013
According to Cogeneration & On-Site Power Production magazine, gas heat pumps used in Europe’s commercial and industrial sector could be a major component for residential heating.