The new Handbook discusses various systems and the equipment (components or assemblies) they comprise, and describes features and differences.
The newly published 2020 ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment includes updated information to help system designers and operators select and use equipment that is the best fit for a particular application or scenario.
The new Handbook discusses various systems and the equipment (components or assemblies) they comprise, and describes features and differences. Subject matter experts on ASHRAE Technical Committees in each subject area have reviewed all chapters and revised them as needed for current technology and practice.
A new feature of the Handbook is the annotatable PDF download. Users can highlight relevant text and add their own notes and comments.
The volume contains several new updates:
Other updates that likely will impact many users include:
Other revisions and additions include:
The volume is published as a bound print volume, as a downloadable PDF, and online, and in two editions: one using inch-pound (I-P) units of measurement, the other using the International System of Units (SI).
The cost of the print bound volume is US$230 in I-P or SI. Individual chapters may also be purchased as digital downloads in PDF format.
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