HVAC 360
166 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 63 ratingsHVAC 360 is a podcast that covers the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning industry through the entire life cycle of a building. From building commissioning, engineering, and design, to construction, and of course operations and maintenance, I talk with and about the news, people, and products that are affecting our lives at a rapidly growing pace.
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165 - COVID-19 Facility Changes and Going back to School with Raj Setty
August 26, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBIt’s time for back-to-school so this week I am talking with Mr. Raj Setty, Principal at SETTY a firm offering high quality Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Commissioning and Energy Services. We talk about what schools can do to increase the safety of students, but the common sense that we touch on goes beyond schools and can be applied to just about any building type. I think that you’ll like his approach and recommendations. And as much a we talk about things changing const...
164 - Careers - HVAC Technicians and Installers with Dr. Thomas Moorman from Perfect Technician Academy
June 19, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBThis week, with June being the end of school and all, I thought I would dive into some more career choices for listeners and talk with the School Director from the Perfect Technician Academy, Dr. Thomas Moorman about what it takes to become a HVAC Technician or Installer. You know, he brings up a lot of good points in this interview, specifically the need for skilled trades, that they are careers that you can be proud of, and I love his comparison between the trade route versus the college ro...
163 - COVID-19 Thoughts and Resources - Getting Back Into Buildings
June 04, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBThis week I thought I would share my thoughts and some resources about this COVID-19 business. But first I feel this needs some sort of disclaimer: I am not a COVID-19 expert, just like most people on the internet, I am just sharing my opinion and some research that I have done, so don’t think that what I am saying as definitive. Use this to start conversations and search out subject matter experts for your specific questions on a go forward basis. Having said that the topics that we will be ...
162 - Session Summary - Approaching Building Upgrades for Education
April 29, 2020 09:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBThis week I’m again dishing out some highlights from a session that I attended at the ASHRAE conference in the beginning of February. This one what about how to evaluate systems that were to be retrofitted into existing buildings. The benefit of this session gave was two-fold, one being some lessons learned from retrofits and the other was what was the thought process like for how engineers determined what were the best systems to put into these buildings. Please consider sharing this episode...
161 - Session Summary - Improve IAQ by Avoiding Common Mistakes
April 22, 2020 09:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBThis week I’m dishing out some highlights from a session that I attended at the ASHRAE conference in the beginning of February, ahh conferences, remember those?. Anyway, this session was on improving IAQ by avoiding common mistakes. What I liked about how the session was set up was that it was from three different perspectives: Architects, Engineers, and Contractors. I’ll give a shout out to the speakers Fiona Aldous, Norm Nelson (no relation), and George Dubose, they where great and if you g...
160 - Achieving Operational Excellence with ASHRAE President Darryl Boyce
April 15, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBThis week we talk with Darryl Boyce who is the current ASHRAE President for 2019-2020. We discuss what got him into engineering and dig into some of the details about his presidential theme: "Building for People and Performance. Achieving Operational Excellence. We finish our conversation by talking about the new ASHRAE HQ, and by new I mean location not the building. Just listen! Please consider sharing this episode or another one of your favorites. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com...
159 - Exploring Choose.Danfoss.com
April 08, 2020 09:00 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode we talk with Brian Dail, Application Engineer for Danfoss. We are going to talk about the types of things you can find over at Choose.Danfoss.com and also talk briefly about the new award-winning Microchannel coil from Danfoss. Please consider sharing this episode or another one of your favorites. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/159 . And as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
158 - The Empowering Charli Matthews - CEO of Empowering Brands
April 01, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBIn this episode we talk with Charli Matthews, Founder and CEO of Empowering Brands. She’s a returning guest that I caught up with at the AHR Expo in Orlando after 10 years. She has grown her brand from pumps and equipment to helping Empowering others. Please consider sharing this episode or another one of your favorites. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/158 . And as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
157 - Magnetic Bearing Compressor Technology with Turbocor a product of Danfoss
March 25, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBIn this episode we talk with Eddie Rodriguez, Strategic Marketing Manager / Frank Ford, Director of Product Management for the TurboCor compressors a product of Danfoss. This is the magnetic bearing compressor technology that I find super cool. Please consider sharing this episode or another one of your favorites. Show notes can be found at www.HVAC360.com/157 . And as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
156 - Coil and Equipment Protection with Heresite Protective Coatings
March 18, 2020 09:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBIn this episode we talk with Kayla Oehldrich, Inside sales manager for Heresite Protective Coatings. This may be a topic that you haven’t given much thought to in the past but you should definately get a basic primer in! That’s a little coatings humor in there for you! No charge! Show notes can be found over at www.hvac360.com/156 . Please consider sharing this episode and as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
155 - Net-Zero Buildings using Radiant Systems with REHAU
March 11, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBIn this episode we talk with Max Rohr of REHAU Academy Manager, specifically we are talking about how using radiant systems in buildings could save you on energy costs and provide a more comfortable environment for you occupants. Check out the show notes page at www.hvac360.com/155 . Consider sharing this episode and as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
154 - New Rooftop Platforms for Johnson Controls at the AHR Expo
March 06, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this episode we talk with Matt Schlegel with Johnson Controls about the new commercial rooftop platforms that they are coming out with. These platforms were designed to eliminate the need for adapter curbs for a large number of units in the retrofit market. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/154 . Please consider sharing this episode and above all else, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
153 - Advanced Occupancy Sensoring with the O3 from Delta Controls at the AHR Expo
March 04, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of HVAC 360 we talk with Shane Murphy of Delta Controls about the new technology that they are displaying at this year's AHR Expo and in particular the "O3". What is the O3? It is an advanced occupancy sensor for spaces. Check out the show notes at www.HVAC360.com/153 , consider sharing the episode and as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
152 - Designing with Propane with Bryan Cordill of PERC at the AHR Expo
February 28, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode we talk with Bryan Cordill from the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) aka Propane.com. Designing with propane may not be on the top of your mind when laying out your system but it should be a consideration. There is a lot to learn in this episode so listen a couple of times! Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/152. Please share this episode with others and as always, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
151 - UV Applications with UV Resources at AHR Expo
February 26, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 23.3 MBThis week we are talking with Dan Jones, the President over at UV Resources on the floor of the AHR Expo in Orlando. We talk about UV applications and the new products that are showing at the show. Show notes for the podcast can be found at www.hvac360.com/151 . Consider sharing this episode and as always Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
150 - Bell and Gossett and the New Little Red School House at the AHR Expo
February 19, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week we are talk with Mike Licastro, Training and Education Manager for HVAC and Commercial Business Systems for Bell & Gossett - a division of Xylem Inc. We talk about some of the new products that Bell & Gossett has at the show but then we dive into the renovations at BG's Little Red School House. This is a venue that I have often heard of and is on my engineering bucket list so listed up. Show notes can be found over at www.hvac360.com/150. Please consider sharing this episode or ano...
149 - Pearls of Wisdom from ASHRAE 2020 Winter Meeting in Orlando
February 12, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode I share information that I gathered from the ASHRAE 2020 winter meeting in Orlando. Specifically from the Presidential Press Conference and then some highlights from the Keynote put on by Ed Hochuli, former NFL ref and retired lawyer. Make sure you check out the show notes page at www.hvac360.com/149 for more links. Please consider sharing and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
148 - AHR Expo 2020 Show Recap Live
February 05, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBThe week we are broadcasting live from the Podcast Pavilion at the AHR Expo 2020 in Orlando. In this episode I reminisce about the last show that I attended and talk about the differences that I am seeing. All the vendors and AHR Expo staff have been great and I can't wait to get the interviews put out on the streets. This episode is nice and short, consider helping out the podcast by sharing this episode and spreading the word. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
147 - Inside Modine's Testing Facilities
January 29, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this week's episode we talk with Dennis Mueller, Engineering Manager for HVAC System in North America and Mike Clement, Test Engineering Supervisor with Modine Manufacturing about Modine's Testing Facilities. Engineering high quality products is not an accident, nor do they make it to market directly from the engineers drafting boards (ok, computer screens). They have to be tested in real world conditions while under a microscope. Take a peak into this rarely seen world, you might just l...
146 - Basics in Brief - Fan Types
January 22, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBThis week I bring back the basics of fans, this is a short-ish episode that provides some good groundwork for those needing to know more. I you like the episode consider passing it along. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
145 - Ignorant to Informed - Questions to ask when you know nothing
December 04, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode I take a listener comment and expound upon it a little bit. It all stemmed from a newsletter topic "I'll just look it up online!" about how designers don't just ask a question and part of it is found in the fact that they don't have enough information to start developing questions. They don't know, what they don't know. So the episode is meant to prime the pump for questions. Show notes can be found at www.HVAC360.com/145 . Please consider sharing the episode. Enjoy. Hosted...
144 - How much do you make as an HVAC Engineer
November 20, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode I talk not only about cash but I also give some tips for what to expect in a transition and some of the most commonly asked questions. If you know someone who might be interested in this podcast please consider passing it along. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
143 - Webinar Summary - Insight into ASHRAE Guideline 36 on High Performance Sequences
October 02, 2019 17:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBThis episode summarizes a webinar that I watched regarding high performance sequences put on by Automated Logic Corporation.There is a lot of good stuff in the episode but you really need to study up on the new guideline 36 for the complete information. Please consider sharing this information with others. Show notes are available at www.hvac360.com/143 . Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
142 - Article Summary - Right Sizing Your Boiler Plant
September 18, 2019 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBIn this episode I review another article, this time from HPAC Engineering Magazine. I'm always a sucker for good graphics and this one reeled me in. Always on a quest to learn how to optimize boiler plants I read this one and learned a few new things. Consider sharing this episode with other and find the show notes over at www.HVAC360.com/142 . Other than that, Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
141 - Commissioning Conversations over Coffee with Thomas Cocker
September 11, 2019 09:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBIn this episode we talk with Commissioning Engineer Thomas Cocker. He shares his journey to become a commissioning engineer and some of the issues that he has seen, and as a bonus a few best practices. Be sure to share this one with all your commissioning friends and coworkers. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/141 . Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
140 - Back to School Goal Resetting and a 20-Workday Challange
September 04, 2019 09:00 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode I talk about taking some time to reset goals for the year, or actually set goals in the first place. Never too late to start. I give some advice and also some examples if you are having a hard time figuring out what your goals should be. Lastly I throw out a 20-workday challenge to network with 20 people and pile up some best practices for you. Not much as far as show notes this week, but you can always find them at www.hvac360.com/140. Please consider sharing this episode and...
139 - Service and Maintenance Careers with Floyd -Butch- Azbell
August 28, 2019 09:00 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBThis week I peek into the world of technicians and maintenance with my guest Floyd "Butch" Azbell. He has certainly been around the block a time or two and was gracious enough to take the time to share his experiences. For the links mentioned in the show you head on over to the show notes page at www.hvac360.com/139 . Take the time to share the show and above all Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
138 - Pump VFDs and Impeller Trimming
August 21, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 15.5 MBThis week I answer a question about trimming impellers on pumps that have VFD's. After reading a little bit I think I have a good response thanks to Norm Hall over at RL Deppmann. It is a rather short episode so listen and share it. Show notes as per usual can be found over at www.hvac360.com/138 . Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
137 - Green Roofs, Blue Roofs, and More Drainage Discussions
August 14, 2019 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBThis week we talk a little bit about plumbing and roof. Many have heard about the green roofs but I think fewer people understand the blue roof concept fully. The blue roof concept goes further than having on-site retention swales or storage tanks, turns out that you can use your roof for this task. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/137. Consider sharing this with your co-workers. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
136 - Commissioning a Net-Zero Hospital with James Thornton
August 07, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBIn this episode I sit down and talk with James Thornton the National Technical Leader of Commissioning with Henderson Building Solutions, about a net-zero hospital that he commissioned in the Mojave Desert of all places. Listen in as he shares some of his experiences and the lessons that he learned. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/136. Make sure that you share this episode with others to spread the word! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
135 - Code Class - Ventilation and the 10 Foot Rule
August 01, 2019 01:01 - 31 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week I dig into a question: "If there is a 10-foot rule between exhaust and outside air per code, why can air-handling units violate this rule." I dig through the mechanical code and show you my process. If you jump on the show notes you can follow along. This is a skill that every design should have, and that everyone else should be aware of. Show notes are at www.hvac360.com/135 . Please share the episode. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
134 - Testing Adjusting and Balancing with Mike Mazzolini
July 24, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 96 MBThis week we talk with Mike Mazzolini, Director of Operations with Fulton and Associates Air Balance. Mike gives us a good idea of what it's like to be a balancer, some of their processes and the tools they use. This conversation sets the foundation for others that we can revisit about specific systems so I hope that you would consider sharing the episode and as always, Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
133 - 5 Stranger Things about Hollywood
July 17, 2019 09:00 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode I put Hollywood on notice that the HVAC design community is on to their tricks! If they didn't keep producing great shows like Stranger Things then we'd probably be more vocal about it. What you say that you haven't watched Stranger Things? What are you waiting for! Consider this your invitation! Please Share and Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
132 - Seminar Thoughts about HVAC for Really Tall Buildings
July 03, 2019 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBThis week I provide some of my thoughts on a session of super tall buildings. This is not definitive and it doesn't really do this session justice, as they had some great speakers, but this merely gives a starting point on some of the initial design questions that you need to think about when we are talking about tall buildings. Having said that, there are still some key take-aways for the everyday engineer. Show notes are at www.hvac360.com/132 . Please consider sharing this content and as a...
131 - Seminar Summary - Real Life HVAC System Efficiency Erosion
June 19, 2019 09:00 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week we dive back into the Houston ASHRAE Conference 2018 to talk about a proposed standard and a case study that was performed with some very interesting results. More info is on the show notes page at www.hvac360.com/131 . Please consider sharing. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
130 - Article Summary - Designing Human Performance and Productivity into Buildings
June 12, 2019 16:43 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBThis is another episode for those who don't like to read as much, but this time I summarize an article from the ASHRAE Journal about Human Productivity in Buildings. This is always an interesting thought experiment to me but I think my commentary and conclusions are more actionable than the actual article. Consider sharing this episode. Show notes are at www.hvac360.com/130 . Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
129 - ASHRAE President Sheila Hayter - Building Our New Energy Future
June 05, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBThis week we are talking with ASHRAE President Sheila Hayter about her experiences as president and explore the importance of her theme. If you know someone who would be interested in hearing this episode consider sharing. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/129 . Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
128 - Article Summary - Verifying High Performance at the Helen Sommers Building
May 22, 2019 09:00 - 13 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode I summary and comment on another article from the High Performance Building Magazine regarding verifying the high performance of a new building for the State of Washington and some of the takeaways from that project. links for this article can be found on the show notes page www.hvac360.com/128 . Consider sharing this episode or others and I will get more out to you. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
127 - Article Summary - LinkedIn Net-Zero Energy Building
May 15, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBThis weeks episode a summary of an article from the High Performance Building magazine. Don't like to read? Let me summarize this one for you. It's about a Net-Zero Office Building that was an adaptive reuse. There are things to be learned. Show notes can be found at www.hvac360.com/127 . Consider sharing. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
126 - Top Takeaways from ASHRAE Webcast 2019 on the Future of Refrigerants
May 09, 2019 17:31 - 29 minutes - 41 MBFinally! I have had a chance to review the 2019 ASHRAE Webinar and put together my cliff notes version of some of the highlights and what I found interesting. The Webinar covers the future of refrigerants and the future looks hot, I mean, explosive... No that's not right either, how about flammable. Yes, handle with care as we transition to refrigerant with low GWP ratings. Please share the episode and visit the show notes page at www.hvac360.com/126 . Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
125 - Electrical for Temperature Controls
April 17, 2019 09:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBThe is a brief dip into the electrical world of temperature controls. It is not complete but I would hope that it sheds maybe a little light on why things are the way they are and add a few more bricks of knowledge into your library of terms. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
124 - Predictive Analysis with Brian Courtney from LifeWhere
April 10, 2019 09:00 - 49 minutes - 67.2 MBThis week I am talking with Brian Courtney the CEO of LifeWhere, a predictive analytics company that currently serving the residential market. What peaked my interest for this product was the applications to light commercial buildings and the fact that how made it's predictions is just way cool. I see this being a boon for the service market allowing them to provide more real value for their clients and more importantly enabling them to be proactive with their services. Show notes are availab...
123 - Speaking Electrical - MCA, MOCP, FLA, RLA, LRA
March 27, 2019 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode I give an attempt at explaining a number of common electrical acronyms that you will run into when specifying equipment. It is important to know the language a little bit when talking with your friendly neighborhood electrical engineer. Please consider sharing the episode. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
122 - Electrical Knowledge - Primer and Background
March 20, 2019 09:00 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBIn this episode I talk about some of the fundamental of aspect of electricity and AC distribution. There are a bunch of fun facts packed in this show so make sure you listen carefully to get them all. Please consider sharing, some show notes are over at www.hvac360.com/122 . Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
121 - Air Flow Monitoring Stations
March 13, 2019 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode I talk about air flow monitoring stations, what they are, how they work, what styles they come in and of course tips. Used right and they can be a great tool. Installed or used incorrectly they can be a waste of cash and a design embarrassment. Lots of links will be on the show notes page at www.hvac360.com/121 and as always please consider sharing to help spread the word. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
120 - Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems - DOAS
March 06, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBThis week I'm giving a brief overview of dedicated outside air systems, or DOAS. I cover why we would use them, when we would use them, some of the benefits and I leave you with a few tips to think about during the design process. Consider sharing the episode, the show notes are over at www.hvac360.com/120 . Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
119 - The ASHRAE Certified HVAC Designer with Mark Fly
February 20, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBThis week I talk to Mark Fly who is the chairperson of the new ASHRAE Certified HVAC Designer certification. See behind the curtain as to what goes into making an exam, learn who the exam was designed for and much, much more. Show notes are at www.HVAC360.com/119 and consider sharing this episode with others. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
118 - Building Enclosure Primer and Lessons Learned
February 13, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBThis week I talk about what a building enclosure is and some of the lessons that I have learned along the years. I also give a short primer on how to understand architectural drawings. Show notes are at www.hvac360.com/118 please consider sharing. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
117 - Building Automation Integration and Best Practices with Phil Zito
February 06, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 76 MBThis week I talk with Phil Zito, Founder and CEO of Building Automation Monthly about equipment integration and best practices for engineers regarding controls. There is a lot of good stuff in the episode so I encourage you to share it, show notes as always can be found at www.hvac360.com/117 . Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
116 - Adam Muggleton on Construction and the Internet of Things
January 30, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MBThis week I talk with Adam Muggleton who has been involved in the construction industry for many years and in many different capacities. He is the self-proclaimed Building Whisperer and one of the hosts for The Building Edifice Complex. Please consider sharing this episode and don't forget the show notes over at www.HVAC360.com/116 . Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.