Design firms are being pushed by clients to save time and money, but in doing so we run the risk of providing the code minimum design or not spending the right amount of time investigating current conditions. This leaves projects that end up costing a lot more time and money for both the engineer and owner. The presentation digs into some of these issues based on actual project results. Understand the downstream operational impacts of code minimum design Develop an…

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 what ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2019 will look like with the proposed changes to the IAQP and VRP. Know that there are major changes proposed in Standard 62.1 Understand the changes in the Ventilation Rate Procedure Understand the new Indoor Air Quality Procedure being proposed SSPC 62.1 is making major modifications to the standard and…

Christian Taber, Principal Engineer - Codes and Standards, LEED AP BD+C, HBDP, BEMP, CEM Christian Taber is a senior engineer at Big Ass Fans, working on building codes/standards and fan test standards that impact the fan industry. Taber is an ASHRAE certified High-Performance Building Design Professional, a Certified Energy Manager, and a committee member of ASHRAE Standards 90.1. He is also a member of the review committees for AMCA 230, 214, 211, 208, and 11.  He holds an M.S. in mechanical engineering and…

Generational differences in the workplace go far beyond the occasional pop culture references. Employees from different generations have different expectations of the workplace. This presentation will cover how generation differences impact the manager/employee relationship as well as team dynamics. The presentation will also cover what employers can do to recruit, retain, and mentor millennials to become their next leaders. Other tough questions will be discussed, such as how to balance tried and true strategies while not stifling new ideas. Pam…