For over 70 years, Faber & Kell's has been the definitive reference text in its field. It provides an understanding of the principles of heating and air-conditioning of buildings in a concise manner, illustrating practical information with simple, easy-to-use diagrams, now in full-colour.
This new-look 11th edition has been re-organised for ease of use and includes fully updated chapters on sustainability and renewable energy sources, as well as information on the new Building Regulations Parts F and L. As well as extensive updates to regulations and codes, it now includes an introduction that explains the role of the building services engineer in the construction process. Its coverage of design calculations, advice on using the latest technologies, building management systems, operation and maintenance makes this an essential reference for all building services professionals.
Introduction Section A Building Physics A1. Comfort and other Fundamentals A2. The Building in Winter A3. The Building in Summer A4. Modelling of Buildings A5. Noise Control Section B Sustainable Design B1. Sustainability B2. Building Regulations B3. Renewable Energy B4. Combined Heat Power Section C Heating and Hot Water Supply C1. Heating of Buildings C2. Energy Sources C3. Heat Generators, Combustion and Chimneys C4. Hydronic Systems C5. Steam Systems C6. Unitary (direct) Systems C7. Hot Water Supply Section D Air Conditioning and Ventilation D1. Air Conditioning Systems D2. Air Distribution D3. Air Treatment Equipment D4. Calculations for Air Conditioning D5. Refrigeration and Heat Rejection D6. Ventilation Systems Section E Pipework and ductwork systems E1. Pipework Design for Indirect Systems E2. Pumps and Auxiliary Equipment E3. Ductwork Design E4. Fans Section F Installation, Commissioning and Operation F1. Health & Safety F2. Controls and Building Management Systems F3. Motor Drives, Starting Methods and Control F4. Commissioning and Handover F5. Operation and Maintenance
