Oversized Cooling and Pumping Plant (Paperback)

Fans and pumps are are oversized by at least 15%, with more generous overcapacity often given to boilers and chillers. It is estimated that this oversizing is typically responsible for approximately 10- 15% of HVAC-related energy consumption. This book presents a four- step methodology for reducing the energy consumption of oversized cooling and pumping plant - targeting cooling plant oversizing; assessing and optimising operation and maintenance practice; accurately quantifying cooling plant overcapacity by plant monitoring; implementing remedial measures. It recommends first targeting air handling plant as thermal loads depend on air handling performance.