News tagged with ventilation system

New software tool helps evaluate natural cooling options for buildings

A new, free software tool from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) could prove to be a breath of fresh air for architects and designers of ventilation systems for "green" commercial buildings.

Technology / Engineering

created May 25, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

School energy audits find millions in potential energy savings

A two-year energy audit of Hamilton schools has identified energy conservation measures that could reduce their energy costs by almost $2.4 million annually. The audit was conducted by engineering faculty and students at ...

Technology / Energy & Green Tech

created Mar 25, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

New Saudi train ready to shuttle hajj pilgrims

The Mashair Railway, also known as Mecca Metro, rolls out on Sunday to serve pilgrims beginning the annual hajj rituals near the Muslim holy city, bringing a new solution to crowding.

Technology / Other

created Nov 14, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Secondhand smoke: Ventilation systems are not the answer, says new study

(PhysOrg.com) -- In a scientific study of secondhand smoke exposure in St. Louis bars and restaurants, researchers at Washington University in St. Louis found that ventilation systems and “voluntary” smoke-free ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Sep 08, 2010 | popularity 2 / 5 (4) | comments 1

Chicken house attics can be tapped to warm broilers

Reducing the cost of keeping broiler chickens warm could result from research by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and university cooperators.

Technology / Other

created Mar 22, 2010 | popularity 2 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Hidden Risks Of Modular Classrooms

Every school day, more than 5 million students in the United States attend lessons held in modular classrooms. With new carpeting and paint, metal roofs and noisy ventilation systems, they can be a health ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Nov 18, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0