Chapter hvac engineering Fundamentals: Part 1 Introduction

2.6
Architectural, Structural,
and Electrical Considerations
The architectural design of the building provides the basis for those
heating and cooling loads relating to the building envelope and to floor
areas. In particular, the orientation, amount, and type of glass—
together with any shading materials—are critical to the proper cal-
culation of solar loads and daylighting effects.
Structural and architectural factors define the space and weight car-
rying capacity available for HVAC equipment as well as piping and
ductwork.
Electrical requirements for the HVAC equipment must be carefully
and completely communicated to the electrical designer. The charac-
teristics of the electrical service (voltage, frequency, etc.) affect the
HVAC specifications and design.
Detailed and careful communication and coordination among the
members of the design team are required. That statement is more
than a tacit acknowledgment of the obvious. It underscores an abso-
lute necessity in the design process.
HVAC Engineering Fundamentals: Part 2
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