John Downing is AEB’s Vice President of Operations and represents building control instrument products. John grew up in Middletown, Ohio and has twenty years of experience representing building control instrumentation products. He has been with AEB since its inception in June of 2013.

John and I sat down recently (keeping social distance of course) to discuss more about him personally and professionally.

Read the interview here.

We’re just checking in to see how everyone is doing during this very interesting time. Our deepest sympathies if you or a loved one have been affected by this global event. Who could possibly imagine that life and business could change so much so fast

During all the news and noise, it’s good to remind ourselves that this is our first attempt at combating a global challenge; and it’s refreshing to see the world coming together to solve a common problem.  We have high hopes that we will learn a lot from our efforts, and will come out of this stronger, smarter, and more prepared for future challenges.

Impact on Business
At AEB we spend a great deal of time working in-person with our customers.  In the days ahead, however, that won’t be prudent or possible – so, we’ll reach out by phone and lean on tools such as Zoom Meetings to remain as productive as possible.  As our habits change and we adopt new practices we’ll be mindful of those that are useful, not only today, but also in the future.  Here’s to developing some new skills, learning to work remotely, safely, and efficiently during our (hopefully) brief time being sheltered in place.  

Here When You Need Us
Of course, life and business, goes on here at AEB. Like many of you we are planning next projects, staying busy with home schooling, grocery shopping, and keeping in touch with our community, and family members. As always, we are here to serve your needs. Please let us know if we can assist you in any way.
 
Wising you the best!
Your friends at AEB Technologies

Drawing and conditioning outside air for heating, cooling and ventilation applications remains a standard practice for new constructions, refurbished and older buildings alike.  But in order to ensure occupant safety and comfort, air brought in from the outside must be accurately measured.  Additionally, managing outside airflow is critical in reaching energy savings goals, and regulations associated with today’s high-performance buildings.

Why Measure?

Unlike other utilities, outdoor air is mandated by code requiring a certain amount of outdoor air to be delivered to a space. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) publishes multiple documents and standards to help ensure that ventilation health, regulatory, energy, performance, code and other requirements are met.

ASHRAE regulations include:

ASHRAE 62.1

This is the standard for outdoor air quality and amount of outdoor dilution air brought into a building based on building size, type and occupancy. ASHRAE 62.1 has become the de facto standard for determining the amount of outdoor airflow required for a commercial building. This standard also provides guidance regarding how to balance the need for outdoor air versus the energy cost associated with conditioning that air. While this standard does not directly mandate airflow measurement – measuring airflow is the optimum way to ensure compliance.

ASHRAE 189.1

This standard governs the design and operation of high-performance green buildings. This standard incorporated 62.1 and mandates that airflow be measured and accurate at each system level device.  Accuracy is the key; while measuring outdoor air is important, ensuring its accuracy is critical.

ASHRAE 90.1

This is the minimum energy standard defining the minimum energy efficiency requirements for the design and operation of new and existing buildings. While it does not directly mandate outdoor air, this standard relates to the operation and control of ventilation systems as they relate to climate zone, building size, type and so on.

Up next: The consequences of not measuring.

Learn More

For a more detailed look at this topic, including installation requirements, the formulas for calculating accuracy and measurements be sure to view the Air Monitor Corporation free on-line webinar: “Yes You Can Accurately Measure Outdoor Airflow”.

View the webinar here: https://www.airmonitor.com/whats-new/

Critical Environmental Technologies’ permanently installed, stationary gas detectors and gas detection systems provide continuous monitoring for potential leaks, flexible field configurations and robust functionality.

Some of the most commonly detected gases are Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen Dioxide, Nitric Oxide, Ammonia, Chlorine, Ozone, Combustible Gases like Methane and Propane, Oxygen, Refrigerants and more. Our self-contained systems, controllers and transmitters (analog and digital) are installed in commercial HVAC, institutional, municipal and industrial markets worldwide.

Read more here

What are some of the value-added services that AEB Technologies brings to its customers? When does AEB generally get involved in a project? What does the company look for in a manufacturing partner? Get the answers to these and more questions from AEB President and Founder, Joseph Moore.

Joseph Moore brings a wealth of experience and passion to each project. Under Joe’s leadership, AEB has become a leading representative of market-leading technologies essential to the design of today’s high-performance building designs. Let’s go one-on-one with Joseph to learn more.

Read it the interview here

Air Monitor has been delivering airflow measurement solutions since 1967 – that’s more than 50 years!  We are the premier solutions provider for the Commercial HVAC, Industrial Process, and Power Generation markets. We are the only dedicated airflow solutions provider with expertise in Differential Pressure and Thermal Dispersion measurement.  We offer both because we know from experience that it is important to apply the right technology to the right application.  Airflow measurement is not a one size fits all business.  We offer standard solutions for common applications and custom solutions that will fit your unique needs.

Go here to see the lineup of product we represent from Air Monitor Corporation

With experience extending back to the 1988 Montreal Protocol, no other fixed monitoring system manufacturer can claim a greater history dedicated to the research, manufacture, sales and service of refrigerant gas monitoring systems. Today, the Thermal Gas Systems Haloguard® product brand has come to mean proven reliability worldwide – designed and constructed to withstand tough mechanical room requirements. We invite users at all levels, including System Engineers, Mechanical Contractors, Facility Managers, Chiller Equipment Manufacturers and Distributors to experience our personalized customer service and support.

Go here to see the Thermal Gas Systems monitoring equipment we supply.

AEB is a member of The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE®). AEE is a nonprofit professional society of over 18,000 members in more than 100 countries. The mission of AEE is “to promote the scientific and educational interests of those engaged in the energy industry and to foster action for Sustainable Development.”

Read more about AEE here.