Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, 9th Edition [Hardcover]

Benjamin Stein (Author), John S. Reynolds (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471156965 | ISBN-13: 978-0471156963 | Publication Date: December 28, 1999 | Edition: 9

The definitive guide to the design of environmental control systems.

For more than half a century, this book has been a fixture in architecture and construction firms the world over. It has also been the primary means by which generations of students have acquired the basic knowledge and skills needed to design environmental control systems. Twice awarded the AIA's Citation for Excellence in International Architecture Book Publishing, Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings is recognized for its comprehensiveness, clarity of presentation, and timely coverage of new design trends and technologies.

Faithful to its proud heritage, this Ninth Edition provides students and professionals with the most complete coverage of the theory and practice of environmental control system design currently available. Encompassing mechanical and electrical systems for buildings of all sizes, it provides design guidelines and detailed design procedures for each topic covered. It also includes information on the latest technologies, new and emerging design trends, and relevant codes and zoning restrictions-and its more than 1,500 superb illustrations, tables, and high-quality photographs provide a quick reference for both students and busy professionals.

Emphasizing sustainability in architecture throughout, this new edition includes expanded coverage of energy conservation and renewable on-site energy resources. It also features a new chapter on interior air quality, expanded coverage of building acoustics, and many new and updated tables and illustrations.

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Presents basic theory and design guidelines while covering systems and equipment. Emphasizes conservation of resources and the use of renewable energy sources as well as rapid decision making and integration with other aspects of design. Much more comprehensive than previous editions: includes site design, water, waste, electricity, elevators, etc. It is the recommended reference for the national architectural licensing examinations (NCARB). --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1824 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 9 edition (December 28, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471156965
• ISBN-13: 978-0471156963
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.6 x 2.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #208,012 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Top Notch Reference, January 3, 2000

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This review is from: Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, 9th Edition (Hardcover)

This volume is one of the best reference materials available for the MEP or Architectural Engineer. I found the descriptive detail and illustration that aided me in the learning process. I reccomend it highly.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best One-Volume Resource For Engineers, February 4, 2005

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This review is from: Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, 9th Edition (Hardcover)

If you are an engineer engaged in the design of mechanical and electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings, you may find this your most valuable reference for an overview of theory and best practices for the entire gamut of building systems.

I did find a bit too much enthusiasm for environmentally friendly and energy-conserving new ideas. Many of these technologies are worth following but have economic results that will not serve your clients well.

I am a professional engineer (leading my own firm) with 40 years of experience and have a huge library including the eighth and ninth editions of this book; it's one of my favorites.

It's must reading for a new engineer because you will be able to understand the basics of areas that are new to you with an hour or two of study.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for review of building systems, December 21, 2010

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This review is from: Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, 9th Edition (Hardcover)

I bought this book as a study guide for a division of my Architectural Registration Exam. I have found it to be much more comprehensive than the Ballast Study Guides I have been using for the other divisions of the exam. This book covers all bases, and is actually a pretty easy read considering the material covered (not a quick read though...with nearly 1800 pages). There are endless diagrams and photos along with detailed explanations that make understanding building systems much easier. If you are taking the A.R.E. this book is essential for the Building Systems exam. I also like having it as an addition to my personal library. I definitely recommend it.