| Description |
1 online resource (xix, 786 pages, 22 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color), maps |
| Contents |
Fundamentals; Sustainability; Legislation; The building in winter; The building in summer; Building energy and environmental modelling; Heating methods; Electric Storage heating; Indirect heating systems; Heat emitting equipment; Pumps & Pipeline Equipment and Water Treatment; Piping design; Boilers & Burners; Renewable Energy Sources; Combined heat and power; Fuels, storage and handling; Combustion emissions and chimneys; Ventilation; Air conditioning; Air distribution; Ductwork design; Fans and air treatment; Calculations for air conditioning; Refrigeration, chillers and heat pumps; Hot water supply systems; Noise control; Motor drives, starting methods and control; Controls and building management systems; Commissioning & Handover Management; Safety in Design; The building in operation |
| Summary |
For 70 years, Faber & Kell's has been the definitive reference text in its field. The book provides understanding of the principles of heating and air-conditioning of buildings in a concise manner. Practical, applicable information is illustrated with simple, easy-to-use diagrams. This 10th edition includes chapters on sustainability, renewable energy sources as well as information on the updated Approved Documents Part F and L whilst still retaining the structure and character of the previous editions. Building services professionals will find this a reliable everyday source of information. The book is also an ideal purchase for newly-qualified building services students beginning their career. * THE book for building services engineers for everyday reference on heating and air-conditioning design * Includes updates to take into account revised Part F and L, sustainability and renewable energy sources * Recommended purchase for newly-qualified students in the building services sector |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Air conditioning.
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Heating.
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Ventilation.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Faber, Oscar, 1886-1956.
Heating and air-conditioning of buildings.
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Hodkinson, S.
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| ISBN |
0080557643 (electronic bk.) |
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0750683651 |
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9780080557649 (electronic bk.) |
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9780750683654 |
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