October 2023 Chapter Meeting: ASHRAE Standard 62.1 – Where have we been, where are we now and where are we going?

Topic: ASHRAE Standard 62.1 – Where have we been, where are we now and where are we going?
Explanation of the evolution of Standard 62.1 including the newest modifications to ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022. SSPC 62.1 had made major modifications to the standard over the last couple revision cycles. These include a new Natural Ventilation Rate Procedure, a new Indoor Air Quality Procedure and changes to the Ventilation Rate Procedure that will have major impact on the way the standard will be applied. Other changes include requirements associated with building humidity.

Presenter: Brian Hafendorfer, PE | Gray AE

Brian Hafendorfer is a licensed professional engineer with over 20 years of experience in commercial air conditioning, industrial refrigeration, and indoor air quality. Having spent time in the commercial HVAC manufacturing world, as well as the design-build construction industry, Brian has a well-rounded background in the design, development, manufacturing and application of HVAC systems and equipment as well as the hygienic design of Food & Beverage industrial manufacturing facilities. He has a passion for sustainability and is actively engaged in creating innovative solutions for customers that exceed their expectations.

As a Director of A/E Services, Brian leads a design studio by partnering with design managers and Revit technicians to develop, implement, and execute the design and construction administration phases of design-build projects. He facilitates the preparation of design proposal documents, leads the development of cost-effective solutions for major proposal offerings by partnering with engineering and architecture resources, provides accountability for design schedules and project budgets, and coordinates with project management and site management teams on the execution of projects throughout their life cycle.

Brian is an active member of ASHRAE having received the 2018 ASHRAE Chapter Service Award, the 2019 ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award and the 2021 Regional Award of Merit. He has served on multiple ASHRAE committees including SSPC 62.1 – Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality as voting member and subcommittee chair, past chair of TC 2.9 Ultraviolet Air and Surface Treatment, and as a voting member of TC 2.3 – Gaseous Air Contaminants and Gas Contaminant Removal Equipment and TRG4.IAQP – Indoor Air Quality Procedure Development. Brian is a former treasurer for Region VII and served as the advisory panel chair for ISO TC 142 Working Group 2 – UVC technology. Within the Bluegrass Chapter, he held various chapter chair and officer positions, ultimately progressing to Chapter President.

Brian has authored numerous publications and presented on various topics including sustainability, indoor air quality, coil design and application, advanced air handling systems, humidity control, ASHRAE standards, and air cleaning and filtration.