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    Free Webinar: Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) and Variable Speed Fans, Non Residential, May 16, 8:30am-1pm PT

  • 16 May 2024
  • Start time : 08:30 AM
  • End time : 01:00 PM
  • Event Host : Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E)
Free Webinar: Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) and Variable Speed Fans Non Residential, May 16
Event Description

In order to better control commercial buildings during occupied periods and comply with new Title 24 code requirements, this class will provide contractors with a full understanding of demand control ventilation and variable speed fan control strategies. PG&E resource program rebates will also be addressed, as they apply to DCV and variable speed fan control.

The objective of this course is that at the conclusion, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and describe what demand control ventilation is and how it saves energy
  • Understand and describe what variable air volume is and how it saves energy
  • Describe and understand the logic of economizer, DCV, and VAV operation within a commercial HVAC packaged unit
  • Practice the steps for installing and setting up a DCV/VAV retrofit through a group exercise
  • Adjust the operating settings for a DCV/VAV system through a group exercise

  • Host Company/Organization Name
    • Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E)
  • Agenda
    • - Introduction and safety message
      - Background of roof top units, and commercial quality maintenance program
      - Review of indoor air quality and economizers
      - How demand control ventilation works, energy savings, installation and testing
      - How variable air volume works, energy savings, installation and testing
      - Safety practices
      - Hands-on installation training demand control ventilation
      - Hands-On installation training variable air volume
      - Wrap-up, Q&A, post-course evaluation
  • Speakers / Presenters
    • Sean Harleman

      Mr. Harleman is a licensed mechanical engineer and a Principal at KW Engineering. He has worked in the energy efficiency industry since 1995. His experience includes on site-energy audits, design assistance, simulation modeling, field data collection, and measurement and verification. He has conducted audits at dozens of commercial, agricultural, and industrial facilities. His energy audits have included investigations of HVAC, lighting, refrigeration, and process equipment.
  • Cost
    • FREE Event
  • Event type
    • Online/Webinar

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