Talbot Gee CEO
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Contents 3 Factors That Will Impress Your Future Engineering Employer
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Smart Sensors Make Energy Saving Second Nature
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Osama Ali and Omar Ali of Petra Engineering Industries Co. Participate in EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2018 in Monaco
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Empower Wins the Opportunity to Host the 8th IDEA Conference in Dubai
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The Challenges, Trends and Disruptive Technologies in the HVACR Industry
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LG SIGNATURE – Masterpieces Offering A StateOf-Art Living Experience
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Can’t Land an Engineering Job? Stop Doing These Job Search Mistakes
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HVAC’s Future is All About Nearly Zero Energy Buildings
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Changing Careers? Here’s How Engineers Can Appear Qualified for Their New Job
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What New Engineers Without Experience Should Write on Their Resumes
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The Benefits of Installing Smoke Ventilators
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World’s Largest Undersea Tunnel Stays Cool and Reduces Environmental Impact
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Al Salem Johnson Controls Offers Integrated Solutions for New KAIA Cooling, Security & Control
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What Employers Look For When Hiring Fresh Engineering Graduates
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How Can A Graduate Degree Drive Your Career Forward?
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Global Demand for Air Conditioning Will Triple by 2050, New Research Says
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Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) is the single voice of wholesale distribution within the HVACR industry. HARDI members market, distribute, and support heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, parts, and supplies. HARDI proudly represents roughly 500 distributor members representing more than 5,000 branch locations, and close to 500 manufacturers, manufacturer representatives and service vendors. Collectively, HARDI also represents an estimated 85 percent of the U.S. wholesale distribution market for HVACR equipment, supplies and controls. In this exclusive interview with the organization’s CEO, Talbot Gee, learn more about the challenges, trends and the disruptive technologies in the HVACR industry.
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We also prepared helpful articles for engineers who are looking for new jobs. Find out how to appear qualified for the job you are applying for. Learn what are the three factors that will impress your future engineering employers and know what are the common job search mistakes you should stop doing. As for those without experience, don’t worry. You still have a chance of getting the job by reading our special article on what to put on your resumes. So go ahead, scroll through our pages and read the latest stories that put the spotlight on the HVACR industry. Get updated with the news and be informed with our inspiring stories that are slowly changing the way we live today. Enjoy this month’s GineersNow: HVACR Leaders.
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Regional Office: LG Electronics Gulf FZE, P.O Box 61445, Dubai. Tel: +971 4 279 9222, UAE, Mr. Dharmesh Sawant, Tel: +971 50 559 9361, email: dharmesh.sawant@lge.com; Fortune International Trading LLC, Mr. Wail Halbouni, Tel: +971 50 481 3570, email: fortintl@emirates.net.ae; Ghantoot Trading, Mr. Nour Haboush, Tel: +971 50 109 4109, email: nour.h@ghantootgroup.ae; District Cooling Company, Mr. Ahmed Henedi, Tel: +971 50 658 4832, email: ahmed@districtcoolingcompany.com; Al Yousuf Electronics, Mr. Moitra, Tel: +971 50 457 6170, email: pmoitra@alyousuf.com; Bahrain, AJM Kooheji and Sons, Mr. Jayachandran, Tel: +973 36888801, email: v.jayachandran@ajmkooheji.com: Kuwait, Al Babtain Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Co., Mr. Naji Kataya, Tel: +965 5 051 5771, email: nkataya@albabtaingroup.com kw; British Link Kuwait, Mr. Imad Rhayel, Tel: +965 5 157 1229, email: irhayel@blk.com.kw; Oman, Oman Gulf Enterprise, Mr. Narender Kumar, Tel: +968 9 747 4505, email: narenderk@otegroup.com; Aspire Projects and Service, Mr. Vivek Wagh, Tel: +968 99357694, email: vivekwagh@aspireoman.com; Qatar, Video Home Electronics Centre, Mr. Adharsh N Kumar, Tel: +974 5 019 0206, email: adharsh@jumboqatar.com; Mohammad Hayil Group, Mr. Yousif Rustom, Tel: +974 7 001 7067, email: yousif.rustom@alsarh-holding.com; Azerbaijan, NBC LLC., Mr. Elkhan Sadikhov, Tel: +994 50 216 3363, email: elkhan.sadikhov@nbc.com; Al-Con Maxiwell Group, Mr. Vagif Alexperov, Tel: + 994 50 216 2092, email: maxiwellbaku@inbox.ru; Armenia/Georgia, ARAY Gulf, Mr. Vilson Melikjanyan, Tel: +374 9 307 7755, email: vilson@aray.am; Yemen, Modern House Exhibition, Mr. Khaled Jabr, Tel: +967 71 172 0202, email: mail@mhe-yemen.com; Pakistan, Iceberg Industries (Lucky Goldstar), Mr. Imran Jamil Khan, Tel: +923 21 277 6100, email: ceo@icebergindustries.net
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3 Factors That Will Impress Your Future Engineering Employer No, you don’t need any party tricks to get the engineering job of your dreams. Learning to market yourself when you’re face-to-face with your future engineering employer might be harsh. It might even be too much for some people to handle. But if you’ve got what it takes but are not sure if you can land the job, learning these 3 insider “wow” factors might help you impress your future employer.
Confidence Just being prepared and having ample knowledge what you’re signing up for is a good way to pass of good vibes to your interviewer. It’s one of the most important thing that employers look at when hiring someone.
Communication Thought organization is one of the things that you might be overlooking when you go to an interview. Proper pace, relevant presentations, and a good flow of speech is a good way to get that job.
Time Management Showing them how you’ll solve a complex task step-by-step and in an organized way will surely land a lasting impression when it comes to your time management skills. It’s showing them that you can plan ahead for anything they can throw at you. If you make sure that you have these 3 factors when you go to an interview, you’ll be able to get that job.
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Osama Ali and Omar Ali of Petra Engineering Industries Co. Participate in EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2018 in Monaco EY Jordan’s 2017 Entrepreneur Of The Year winners, Osama Ali and Omar Ali of Petra Engineering Industries Co., joined more than fifty EY Entrepreneur Of The Year country winners to compete for the title of EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2018 in Monaco.
an expansion program of a production facility in the Governorate of Mafraq, Jordan and a new facility in Saudi Arabia. Waddah Barkawi, Partner and Entrepreneur Of The Year Award Country Leader for EY Jordan, said,
The theme of this year’s Forum revolved around how the radical collision of industries is creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to reshape businesses in ways never before imagined. Entrepreneurs from 47 participating countries joined forward-thinking business leaders in an event that was both a celebration of entrepreneurship and an interactive program aimed at inspiring new ideas. The event helped the entrepreneurs build new connections with others from both within and outside their respective industries, and ended with the announcement of the EY World Entrepreneur of The Year 2018 Award winner.
“We are delighted to have our EY Jordan 2017 Entrepreneur Of The Year award winners, Osama and Omar Ali of Petra Engineering Industries Co., represent Jordan at the prestigious EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2018. This gives us the opportunity to showcase to the world our very own homegrown brand of innovation and ingenuity in business.”
Petra Engineering Industries Co. was founded in 1987 by Osama Ali with a singular vision: to produce high-quality HVAC equipment that meets a diverse range of application requirements, with the ultimate goal of expanding into major international markets. Over thirty years, Osama and his son Omar used shrewd business strategies to position Petra at the forefront of its respective sector, as a flourishing company recognized globally for its high-caliber products. The company employs more than 2,000 highly competent professionals, and has completed 10
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“For over 31 years since the launch of the award, EY has contributed to nurturing an entrepreneurial environment worldwide by giving successful and creative entrepreneurs the recognition they deserve, all while inspiring new business leaders to pick up the mantle of their predecessors. Our aim is to continue to serve our global mission of building a better working world,” continued Waddah. Finalists at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year were assessed by an independent panel of judges from around the world. The Award was granted based on six criteria, comprising entrepreneurial spirit, value creation, strategic direction, national and global impact, innovation and personal integrity/purpose-driven leadership.
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The Challenges, Trends and Disruptive Technologies in the HVACR Industry The Latest Trends in the HVACR Industry Industry-wide, the longest-term impact issue right now is the future of refrigerant transitions away from hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). There’s 12
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a lot of uncertainty and different ways this can go in terms of how the industry will trend, and many ways policy can be implemented. We find ourselves in this interesting balancing act where the need for certainty in the long term is getting us to a point where we are
going to be a lot of rumors, suggestions, or innuendo regarding what is going to be banned, what products are being transitioned away from or transitioned to, and we just don’t know a lot of that information right now. In terms of the channel itself, and especially with HARDI being primarily focused on the wholesale distributors, there is a focus on the continuing evolution of how people and businesses like to do business. This is having an impact across the entire channel. We have our contractors being asked now to do laboronly installs for products that customers procured themselves. We have distributors being expected to provide Amazon-like online experiences. We have the expectation of more just-in-time delivery and even more one to twohour delivery these days, which for bigger and more complex products is certainly harder to achieve. The way business is expected to be done, is being done, and can be done are all changing at such a rapid pace at this point in time. Our market also continues to grow, and everybody needs to grow. Competition is quite fierce in our industry, so you have a lot of companies in the industry experimenting with different ways to grow. Maybe that means contractors performing some of the functions of distributors, or manufacturers doing things that contractors might do, or distributors expanding to fulfill the functions of one of the two, or both. Right now, there’s a lot of blurring of lines and fast-moving changes. But bottom line, the one constant that does remain true is, it all still comes down to value. The companies that win will ultimately be the ones who deliver the most value. And that’s where HARDI tries to stay focused, helping our members identify where they can provide more value, and be the best in the world at delivering it. actually eagerly awaiting added regulation, at least domestically here in the U.S. It has also been encouraging to see the wave of Kigali Amendment ratifications seen on the global scale over the past year. But we’ve been working with industry partners and our counterpart trade associations to get the best policies implemented for a smooth and predictable transition, and frankly, in a way where we can be most effective in working with the regulators to achieve the best policy. In the meantime, there is a lot of uncertainty – there’s
The Challenges in Making HVACR “Cleaner” We have a very vested interest in coming together as an industry and getting policy implemented that serves the needs of the customers, but policy that also protects the industry from patchworks of different standards or approved refrigerants or applications – no one wins in that system. Long-gone are the days where business organizations can simply HVACR Leaders • July 2018
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say no to every form of regulation. That’s just not going to work anymore. Our industry is a great example of one coordinating with regulators, because smart and market-based regulation can actually help. But when the regulation starts getting beyond the affordable capabilities of the manufacturers or consumers who ultimately have to buy them, we start losing all the economies of scale and again everyone loses in that matter. There are interesting things that are being done in the channel that probably can’t be regulated, but the intense focus on training and development of not only system designers, but also installers, to improve total system performance and total system efficiency, provide great delivered efficiency of all those systems, and learn the technological developments from manufacturers (that are enabling really smart blended systems rather than just a one-size-fits-all application) all open the door to building systems toward very specific application needs. As this trend
grows in the industry, it will get us to having that positive, “cleaner” effect, but the challenge is getting to where we need to be across the channel to make this progress truly industrywide. What we are seeing in the marketplace is that the best-trained and most-knowledgeable contractors in particular are the ones who are winning the most. And that’s good – you have a market really driving value for them to know what they are doing, to do it right the first time, and to do it in the most efficient way possible for the customer. So I think we have a lot of opportunity as an industry there to continue to grow in this direction as well. I do think that the world’s reliance on our products is not going to change and will actually continue to grow. But any negative impact on the environment that can be attributed to our industry has already drastically been reduced and will continue to do so going forward.
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disrupt the HVACR industry Everybody – and not just us in the HVACR industry – is trying to figure out what the evolution and impact of the “connected home” will be. I think there are still two different aspects of this topic. Regarding the idea that there is a single interface for multiple systems within a home or building, it’s achieved in a percentage of commercial buildings but it’s still a work in progress at the residential level. But no one yet has a clear, complete solution that can effectively manage all aspects of that environment. At the same time, everyone is rapidly trying to. And the question is – is there a single firm who is ultimately going to win it? Our products are generally the most expensive and the most complex in a home or building. And I would say our industry probably should be greater leaders and drivers in this space, but when you are the biggest and most complex and generally expensive system built into an environment, you have your hands full already. It’s kind of hard to get outside your lane too far, but it’s a huge disruptor.
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On a supply chain side, we at HARDI spend a lot of time thinking about technology and applications for distributors, and one of the biggest concerns we have is distributors trying feverishly to implement new technology, from online sales vehicles to inventory management systems. We have a role as a trade association to continue to expose our members to advanced technology applications, and how to identify and select good partners for implementation. I’m also glad that HARDI has a good relationship with ASHRAE, and we work closely with aspects of the engineering community – especially around policy issues. But one thing I think is going to be essential going forward is creative system and solution design. The HVACR industry doesn’t move as fast as, say, Silicon Valley, but new products and technology applications are moving pretty darn quick for us right now. It’s going to be the engineering community not only on the front-end of design, but also on the application side convincing building owners to try new things.
About HARDI
Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) is the single voice of wholesale distribution within the HVACR industry. HARDI members market, distribute, and support heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, parts, and supplies. HARDI Distributor members serve installation and service/replacement contractors in residential and commercial markets, as well as commercial/ industrial and institutional maintenance staffs. HARDI proudly represents roughly 500 distributor members representing more than 5,000 branch locations, and close to 500 manufacturers, manufacturer representatives and service vendors. Collectively, HARDI also represents an estimated 85 percent of the U.S. wholesale distribution market for HVACR equipment, supplies, and controls.
About Talbot Gee
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Talbot Gee moved to Columbus, OH to join HARDI in 2006 after serving as Executive Director for wholesale distributor trade associations in the security hardware, horticultural supplies, and general aviation industries for five years as part of an association management company based in Philadelphia, PA. In his role as HARDI’s CEO, Talbot oversees the association’s new and ongoing efforts to increase distributor members’ competitive advantage, and that of their committed supplier partners and customers, in their respective markets through proprietary education and professional development, benchmarking and market data analyses, government affairs and advocacy, and the exchange of proven best practices. Talbot regularly writes for industry and distribution publications and he also represents HARDI’s membership in front of a wide array of audiences speaking on the value of wholesale distribution, government affairs trends and updates, specific issue briefs, and emerging HVACR opportunities. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD with a B.A. in political science in 1997, Talbot worked for a telecommunications trade association based in Washington, DC.
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In late 2017, HARDI launched a new Mexico division, and the new initiative is seeing incredible growth at an incredible pace. HARDI Mexico was established to be specifically for support to the Mexican market and channel, and Mexican distributors are flocking to this new organization and experienced incredible progress in shaping the HVACR channel in Mexico less than a year in. HARDI has grown our training and professional development resources, especially its HEAT.U learning management
system and certification programs, to the point where they are now integral in the employee development platforms of many of HARDI’s big, sophisticated, highly-successful and profitable member companies. HARDI has invested in industry statistics and benchmarking, performance analysis, and economic forecasting resources for our members for a full decade, making the organization purveyors of some of the best industry data available. We are now also able to add-in analyses of macro economics and other external drivers or headwinds to our members businesses.
HARDI has achieved a record attendance and growth of our Annual Conference for the past few back-to-back years. Our wholesale distributor, supplier manufacturer, supplier manufacturer representatives, and service vendors have all been turning out to this event to take advantage of our ever-expanding resources that coalesce into one of the premier channel-focused events in the HVACR distribution industry. HARDI’s member participation in our Advocacy efforts has exponentially increased in recent years, especially with our annual Congressional Fly-in to Washington, D.C. where attendees conduct hundreds of meetings with Congressmen, Senators, and staffers. HARDI’s Advocacy efforts secured direct wins for the HVACR industry in the U.S. by securing the inclusion of HVAC equipment purchase and installation’s eligibility for business expensing. HARDI transformed its Education pillar to a broader Talent pillar, expanding its resources to include a focus on Human Resources, recruitment support, and leadership development to provide tools that support all stages of the employee life cycle. HARDI’s Emerging Leaders program is a booming initiative to cultivate the next generation of industry leaders by grooming professionals at our member companies for future success. HARDI has recently expanded our multimedia capabilities to produce a higher quantity of high-quality technology-driven content. HARDI has grown our philanthropic partnership with Homes For Our Troops, a non-profit that builds specially-adapted homes for injured military veterans, to the point where we have committed to coordinating HARDI members as donors of HVAC equipment to their next 100 builds. Within the past year, we also were able to increase our annual donation from the association to $100,000.
Can’t Land an Engineering Job? Stop Doing These Job Search Mistakes Get a grip! Lose all these lousy job search habits and claim that dream job. There are just engineers who are so reckless during their job search. Some do not care about polishing their resumes, going to the job interview without rehearsing, and whatever that doesn’t require any effort. The important thing to them is just get a damn job. That’s it. What they do not realize is the weight of what they’re doing before and during applying. Even the smallest mistakes can break your job applications, in case you don’t know.
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for you. You can ask around your connections if companies have available positions. Lying in job applications. Engineering companies now are more careful and stringent in hiring new people. They utilize the power of the Internet to verify facts especially on your resume. Save yourself from further embarrassment by being honest in your resume.
Engineering job applicants need to be wary of these most painful job search mistakes. I hope that once you’ve been enlightened by these, you won’t make such mistakes again.
Failing to follow up. You have to know how your application is going. Unless the company said, “Don’t call us, we’ll call you” then follow that. But if there’s no mention, always check on the status of your application.
Typos on the resume. Before you print that resume, have it checked by someone else for errors. Then check it again by yourself. It sets an impression of unprofessionalism that you can’t look over that tiny resume mistake.
Being unprofessional. If you’re one with an e-mail address from 2009 that is most likely to be ridiculous, change that. Sanitize your social networking profiles as well. Engineering companies now are extra sneaky!
Relaxing on job applications. You need to find the job, engineer. The job won’t come to you. Stop relying on job postings and look for the unadvertised ones. The odds are they are the best finds because you don’t have much competition. Be proactive in finding the best job
Going into the interview late and unprepared. This isn’t what the company wants from an engineer: tardy and dangerously spontaneous. Always come to any job interview before calltime and with poise. It pays to rehearse a job interview.
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Changing Careers? Here’s How Engineers Can Appear Qualified for Their New Job Many engineers today are shifting careers. But how should they manage when looking for a job?
Nowadays, it is no longer new that engineers want out of their respective fields to pursue a career that they truly want, may it be related to engineering or something completely different. Some may say that it is a mistake, throwing away all those years of studying engineering only to quit on it later on. If you are one of those engineers making the big change, do not mind them. Taking engineering cannot be really considered a mistake – just think of it as part of the process as a career professional.
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So what now? What do you need to do to make the shift to other fields? Here are tips:
Research the role Say you are a civil engineer wanting to explore the renewable energy sector. While they are slightly related, the cores and scope of the two are different. The best thing to do to keep up is to research the role and study what it takes to get into the business. When you do not have credentials, at least be knowledgeable about your new field of
interest. Dig deep into the job description, ask your friends who work in that sector, and pay attention to the nature of the job.
Update your resume Because you are going to apply for jobs in your new field, you have to make your resume appear that you are fit for your new roles. While you might have difficulty on the technical areas, your soft skills and other engineering skills will be handy as those are transferrable. Relate your previous jobs to the new one as much as possible by mentioning the appropriate experiences that you had in your resume.
The hiring manager needs to be convinced that someone like you, a newbie to the field, is a worthy hire. He or she must never think that you are making a career shift. Use whatever you have researched and studied to your advantage while in this stage.
Be confident It pays to be sure about your decision of changing careers from being an engineer. Each step of the way you must have the trust in yourself that you will succeed in this endeavor. If you do not have that, not one employer will be interested in you. Fake it until you make it!
Highlight relevant experience This is the best way to sell yourself – talk during the job interview.
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The Benefits of Installing Smoke Ventilators Excess smoke is one of the many factors which can cause death during a fire. Smoke can suffocate trapped victims or block access to areas for firefighters to reach. A welldesigned fire ventilation system should be able to maintain adequate smoke-free escape conditions at low level to allow the building to be evacuated with minimum risk of smoke inhalation, injury or death. MAICO GULF, a group company of Maico GmbH dedicated to air distribution systems, produces a diverse range of smoke ventilators that meets the latest industry codes and standards. Here is a breakdown of this revolutionary product to give us a better view why it is the product of choice for all building owners and specifiers.
What’s in the box? On the surface, the Dynavent Smoke Ventilator is a natural, louvered ventilator. The vent is made from tough corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy in accordance with EN 573-3. The polycarbonate and glass version allow entry of natural daylight. The ventilator is aerodynamically efficient and manufactured to withstand the extreme temperature and weather conditions in the region. Dynavent smoke vents are third-party tested to conform to EN 12101-2 : 2003 standards. Buildings installed with the Dynavent Smoke Ventilators can expect their escape and access routes smoke-free should a fire ever occur within its premises. This enables evacuation of even more people. Having the
vent also enables the creation of a smokefree floor that firefighters can easily gain access to navigate the whole building.
WL1500 as per Annexure F of the testing procedure.
The lives of the people inside are not the only ones being safeguarded when Dynavent is installed. Raw materials and goods inside factories and warehouses can also be saved during a fire to reduce financial losses.
Lastly, customers also need not worry about installation and after-sales support. Maico Gulf provides in-house trained engineers that can aid them through all aspects of the installation process, from pre-order design services to post checkups of the product.
Dynavent’s features
Installing the Dynavent
Dynavent not only best fits its key characteristic of allowing a free escape of smoke during fires, it comes with an array of other essential features. Customers need not worry about the product’s quality and performance since Dynavent is extensively tested and certified in accordance with EN 12101-2:2003 in accredited and approved test laboratories.
The Dynavent Smoke Ventilator can be installed easily on any flat roof or glazed construction. It can be placed at any angle, and its bases are suited to either glazing or any site opening. Thus, it is applicable for a wide variety of industrial and commercial establishments. Aside from those already mentioned, the vent can be used in warehouses, supermarkets, and shopping malls.
Annexure G of such testing procedure requires that the ventilator opens fully with no closure that can reduce its throat area by more than 10% when subjected to a temperature of 300°C for 30 minutes.
Fires can cost lives and severe loss to property. But with the Dynavent Smoke Ventilator and its wide ensemble of features, we can reduce casualties by venting smoke during its occurrence.
In terms of outdoor durability, this is further certified by its classification to Re1000 as per Annexure C of EN12101-2:2003. In terms of windload, the product is classified under
Look no further for a fire preventive measure in venting smoke other than this one-of-akind product made exclusively by Maico Gulf and marketed by Hira Industries.
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Al Salem Johnson Controls Offers Integrated Solutions for New KAIA Cooling, Security & Control Coinciding with the opening of the new King Abdulaziz International Airport, Al Salem Johnson Controls, a leading provider of integrated solutions in HVAC, building management and smart energy solutions, revealed today its cooling and security solutions for Saudi’s newest major Airport. “One of the unique aspects of this mega project is that it leverages a wide range of integrated solutions offered by Al Salem Johnson Controls”, the Company’s CEO, Dr. Mohanad Al-Shaikh, pointed out. He then added “we feel great to be part of this massive 105 km2 airport, which required customized ventilation, cooling and air conditioning solutions to suit every use, while ensuring cooling efficiency under all operating and climatic conditions, particularly during peak times and seasons. The fact that the expected capacity of this new airport is 30 million passengers per year only highlights the magnitude of this challenge”. In terms of ventilation, air-conditioning and cooling, Al Salem Johnson Controls has established three cooling stations that are located in different areas of the airport, with a total of 54 YORK Chillers with overall cooling capacity of 135,000TR (equivalent to 13,500 medium sized apartments). Additionally, there are 21 YORK Chillers with a cooling capacity of up to 7,000 TR, designed to cool critical facilities, such as data centers, the mosque and the air traffic control tower, one of the highest in the world. There are also six YORK Glycol Chillers dedicated to supply aircrafts with cooled air while refueling and loading passengers and luggage. To provide the most comfortable environment for passengers and employees alike, YORK chillers cool water to 5-6 °C and pump it through underground
pipes to the Air Handling Units. Cold water then passes through these units to release cold air throughout buildings and facilities. To cool the main terminal building, YORK Air Handling Units were installed, including more than 1,000 Saudi-made units manufactured at the YORK Jeddah factory. Many of these units’ features and cooling capacity have been designed and engineered in the Jeddah factory to meet the special cooling requirements of some of the more complex systems at the airport, including the Baggage Handling Systems (BHS) which stretches to 34.6 kilometers.
· The cooling capacity is equivalent to 13,500 medium size apartments · 3 cooling stations with 54 chillers
Dr. Al-Shaikh noted that the new airport has also been equipped with integrated control, security and safety systems to improve the energy efficiency – a top objective of Vision 2030. He also highlighted that the Building Management System (BMS) used is expected to enhance energy efficiency by 30%, while contributing to the smooth operation of airport’s equipment and systems at all times, including seasons and peak hours. The Building Management System (BMS) controls all supporting facility buildings and covers the ventilation, conditioning, cooling, energy consumption and operation efficiency of a total of 40 buildings distributed around the airport. This is in addition to a total of 7 kilometers of passenger traffic tunnels.
· 21 chillers (YORK) with a cooling capacity of up to 7,000 TR, designed to cool vital facilities vital Security and Control Systems
Further, Al Salem Johnson Controls has provided a total of 2736 surveillance cameras, a central control room, supervising and controlling 3163 inspection gates, 46 passenger passageways and 94 boarding bridges. The air traffic control tower’s latest and most cuttingedge air traffic control technology is equipped with advanced security and safety systems. Dr. Al-Shaikh, concluded by stressing the importance of the integrated solutions provided to King Abdulaziz International Airport, saying that it will give passengers and visitors a very comfortable experience. Cooling and air conditioning of King Abdulaziz International Airport · Total cooling capacity of the airport is 135,000 TR
· 6 glycol chillers designed to supply aircraft with cool air while fueling and loading passengers and luggage · 1000 Saudi-made Air Handling Units (YORK factory in Jeddah) · Baggage Handling System customized cooling solution
· The Building Management System (BMS) controls all major buildings and supporting facilities · BMS contributes to streamlining energy efficiency by 30%, especially during operational peak times. ·
The Building Management System (BMS) controls the ventilation, air conditioning, cooling, energy consumption and operation efficiency of 40 buildings
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Building Management System (BMS) controls ventilation, air conditioning, cooling, energy consumption and operating efficiency of 7 km of passenger traffic tunnels
· The central control room overlooks 46 control gates for travelers · The central control room overlooks 94 bridges for boarding passengers · The air traffic control tower is equipped with state-of-the-art control technology with advanced security and safety systems · 2736 Surveillance Camera (CCTV) · 3163 control gates for individuals · 34.6 kilometers along the tracks and baggage belts
How Can A Graduate Degree Drive Your Career Forward? A master of science in engineering graduate shares her story. Are you thinking about boosting your career by undertaking graduate study? We spoke to Amani Alhammadi, who completed a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at American University of Sharjah in 2012. Amani shared with us what it is like to undertake a graduate program at AUS, and what difference a master’s degree has made to her engineering career.
What was the master’s degree that you completed at American University of Sharjah? I completed a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME). Why did you decide to pursue a master’s in engineering at the College of Engineering at American University of Sharjah?
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AUS is a leading university in the field of engineering, and it is well known for its practice of integrating research with education. It is also very focused on applied science and technology. I believe that AUS is the best environment to conduct research in the mechanical engineering field, as it fosters a sense of innovation.
What is your current position? What impact did your master’s degree have in getting you into that position? I am currently a senior electromechanical engineer. The education I received while studying a master’s at AUS has not only given me the right
tools to further progress my academic skills, but it has also undoubtedly prepared me for any future challenges I may face, and any endeavors I may choose to undertake during my career path. It has exposed me to the full range of mechanical engineering courses, all of which tended to reinforce and solidify my knowledge in the mechanical engineering fields. My AUS education has allowed me to apply the theoretical and practical part of my study to real-life aspects of my job. Moreover, the thesis part of my master’s degree formed the platform that I have built my research skills on. It enhanced my ability to conduct independent research, managing projects, designing and configuring mechanical systems, modelling and analyzing mechanical systems, and writing technical papers. The program also enhanced my personal effectiveness skills, such as initiative, flexibility, self-motivation, and my ability to work independently and under pressure.
Did anything surprise you about the master’s degree after you began taking classes?
Yes, I was surprised by the number of advanced courses offered in mechanical engineering, as well as the innovative facilities available through the College of Engineering. The variety of research areas and interests of the faculty members was also something that I did not expect.
What was the highlight of doing your master’s degree? The highlight was being able to conduct and defend independent research that resulted in a significant knowledge contribution to the field of mechanical engineering. Publishing the following two articles is something that I am very proud of: Thermodynamic Analysis of an Integrated Solar-Based Cooling System in UAE Evaluation of an Integrated PhotovoltaicThermal Option for HVAC Cooling System in UAE What would you say to somebody considering undertaking a master’s degree at the American University of Sharjah College of Engineering? HVACR Leaders • July 2018
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Studying a master’s degree at the College of Engineering at AUS is a great opportunity. It is a chance that one should not miss, as AUS is as a research-oriented university that follows a strategy of integrating theory and practice. This allows students great access to world-class research initiatives. The degree can equip students with a variety of practical and research skills to develop their individual academic and professional career, exposing them to the latest advances in engineering. The College of Engineering has all the required facilities that promote the learning process, such as highly innovative research centers and well-equipped laboratory facilities, providing hands-on learning. Moreover, the degree offers a variety of engineering disciplines that the student can choose from, complementing their areas of interest. The faculty at the College of Engineering are extremely friendly, encouraging and helpful. The faculty members offer not only academic advice, but also support students in making AUS their home.
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Can you briefly describe your thesis? My thesis, entitled “Integrated renewable energy options for HVAC cooling systems”, is in the area of renewable energy and residential cooling systems. It is intended to solve problems related to the high cooling energy demand electrical grids, and environmental emissions associated with it. Five systems were developed in which fuels cells and solar energy collectors were integrated with absorption cooling systems for sustainable development. Thermodynamic analysis was carried out to study the performance of the integrated systems, considering the design parameters for a residential building in the UAE. The results showed a great opportunity for the integrated systems to replace or run in parallel with conventional cooling energy devices to achieve high performance cooling and lessen the environmental emissions, while providing the required cooling load. The College of Engineering at AUS currently offers eight engineering master’s programs, as well as a recently launch PhD in Engineering– Engineering Systems Management. To find out more about graduate programs offered through the College of Engineering at AUS, and to obtain information about how to apply to one of these programs, please visit www.aus.edu/cen
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Smart Sensors Make Energy Saving Second Nature Breakthrough Technology Prioritizes Energy Efficiency Without Sacrificing User Comfort
The spread of climate control technology in the latter half of the 20th century helped raise the standard of living across the globe, as happiness and productivity soared due to solutions that were able to make any environment more comfortable. However, many do not realize that the effective climate control required to create a comfortable environment involves much more than simply regulating temperature. While many topof-the-line VRF solutions are designed to keep temperatures under control, efficiently creating the ideal environment also involves tackling humidity head on. After all, even if a VRF is able to maintain a constant temperature, humidity plays a key role in determining relative comfort levels. This has a number of practical applications, as office productivity and morale suffer if steps are not taken to guarantee employee comfort by reigning in temperature and humidity. The need to combat humidity is felt even more acutely at production facilities since these same productivity concerns apply to costly equipment and machinery as well as employees. However, most VRFs don’t take room humidity into account when calculating airflow output. This can cause users to overuse their air conditioners as they seek to create a comfortable temperature. Similarly, in rooms that have lower levels of humidity, air conditioners may be able to operate at lower levels despite the user’s tendency to turn up the AC at every opportunity. 36
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These issues are addressed head on by the Dual Sensing Control capabilities of LG’s new MULTI V 5. Dual Sensing Control raises user comfort while increasing control, allowing the advanced MULTI V 5 to perform real-time climate evaluations down to the smallest detail. Unlike conventional air conditioners which only track temperature, the MULTI V 5 is able to measure the temperature and humidity levels of surrounding outdoor and indoor environments. This comprehensive understanding of its surroundings helps the MULTI V 5 tailor its performance to achieve optimal energy efficiency and indoor comfort levels. Moreover, efficient systems like Smart Load Control make it possible to control the outdoor unit’s discharge refrigerant temperature, increasing energy efficiency by up to 31 percent. This stands in stark contrast to typical VRFs which inefficiently fluctuate in order to maintain a set indoor temperature. The addition of the Comfort Cooling function and Dual Sensing Control gives the MULTI V 5 the ability to maintain operation around a desired temperature, delivering maximum user comfort. Solutions like the MULTI V 5 are demonstrating that superior user comfort can be achieved without sacrificing energy efficiency through the use of advanced sensors and adaptive programming. By doubling the ability of its VRF to interpret environmental factors, LG has created a solution that is able to respond effectively to user demands while reducing energy consumption. This significant boost in efficiency has made the MULTI V 5 a leader in its market, showing how the most forward-thinking technology can be applied to create solutions that benefit users, their pocketbooks and the planet.
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Empower Wins the Opportunity to Host the 8th IDEA Conference in Dubai Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, won the opportunity to host the 8th International District Cooling Conference (IDEA) 2018. The conference will be held from 9 to 11 December 2018, at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, under the slogan ‘Effective Energy for Smarter Cities’. Ahmed Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, announced that Empower will host the Conference and Tradeshow for the third time, after hosting it in 2014 and 2016. The announcement was made recently during the 109th International District Energy Association (IDEA) Annual Conference & Tradeshow 2018, in Vancouver, Canada. “Our achievements were recognised by hosting this global conference in Dubai. Choosing Dubai as a venue for a conference of this magnitude is a clear indication of the global confidence in Empower’s position in district cooling industry. We are proud to be the largest district cooling services provider in the world. Dubai is creating a sustainable future for its citizens and residents and is developing a fertile environment for business management based on energy efficiency. This conference will achieve long-term success through the participation of international delegations from different sectors,” said Bin Shafar. “Dubai has a leading global position. Hosting this conference reflects its ability and the confidence in its district cooling industry. This supports the directives of our wise leadership, as well as the Dubai Plan 2021, which focuses on building a smart and sustainable city that will keep pace with modern life and promote prosperity in the future,” added Bin Shafar.
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Bin Shafar highlighted that the conference will focus on the strategy of energy efficiency and sustainable urban growth, storage of thermal energy and response to renewable energy demand, wastewater treatment and major solutions in the disposal of effluents. It will also discuss customer service strategy and support for more efficient use, planning for buildings equipped with district cooling systems, a strategy for integrating renewable energy sources, project finance and financial planning, in addition to public and private sector financial management. IDEA Conference is a platform for experts in the district cooling, energy conservation and renewable energy, from around the world. The
Source: Emirates News Agency conference will include seminars, workshops, public meetings, and an awards ceremony. A tradeshow will take place on the sidelines of the conference. It will include the latest technologies and solutions in district cooling, consumption and conservation. During the conference, Empower will offer a field trip to its district cooling plants in Palm Jumeirah. The IDEA conference will attract participations of world-class experts and professionals in the energy and district cooling industry. It will also serve as a platform to exchange expertise and experiences. The sessions of the three-day event will focus on developing best ways of district cooling technologies and solutions in
MENA and other developing countries via the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) where Empower is playing an instrumental role in its implementation of the Global District Energy in Cities initiative. Empower currently operates over 1.34 Million RT, providing environmentally responsible district cooling services to large-scale real estate developments, such as Jumeirah Group, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai International Financial Centre, Business Bay, Dubai Healthcare City, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Palm Jumeirah, Discovery Gardens, Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai Design District and International Media Production Zone, among others. HVACR Leaders • July 2018
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LG SIGNATURE – Masterpieces Offering A State-Of-Art Living Experience LG SIGNATURE products advocate an authentic lifestyle in which state of the art technology, elegance and art co-exist harmoniously. LG SIGNATURE products advocate an authentic lifestyle in which state of the art technology, elegance and art co-exist harmoniously. The ultra-premium brand provides aesthetic satisfaction by achieving a minimalist design while effortlessly and perfectly blending in its surrounding to give its customers a unique living experience in terms of innovation and usability that they haven’t experienced before. The innovative and sophisticatedly crafted LG SIGNATURE family consists of four super premium products including the amazingly thin picture-on-glass OLED television, which takes the immersive viewing and listening experience to the next level with its new Artificial 40
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Intelligence (AI) feature; a sleek refrigerator with a beautiful InstaView Door-in-Door™ feature to keep food fresher; a bold new black stainless steel washer and white all-in-one washer/dryer unit, and an intuitive Air Purifier designed to filter the air in any home in any environment in order to protect your family from pollutants and allergens.
LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W8 – Seeing is believing Entertaining guests is part of every culture, and with the ultra-thin LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W8, it has never been more rewarding as it creates a state-of-the-art living experience. It demonstrates that simplicity is the ultimate
as they are used to serve function and typically kept hidden away in laundry room. However, the LG SIGNATURE TWINWash Washing Machine was inspired by essence and designed to be experienced. Its clean, ergonomic and minimalistic design exudes perfection and sophistication. It blends in effortlessly to create a timeless look and feel of any environment whilst working in virtual silence due to LG’s Centum SystemTM.
form of sophistication. The minimalistic design of the W8 series follows LG’s “less is more” philosophy to highlight the beauty of the screen alone. Additionally, the W8’s sleek and captivating ultra-thin profile makes the TV appear to be levitating in mid-air – like a piece of art – adding to the sense of immersion.
LG SIGNATURE Air Purifier – Breathing is believing Although the television remains the key focal point of any living room, LG SIGNATURE Air Purifier adds to an aesthetic and refined experience. LG SIGNATURE believes that great designs must be experienced and that clean air is the key to healthy and premium living. The beautifully designed LG SIGNATURE air purifier is engineered with an advanced Watering Engine™ that can harness the power of water to filter out dust, chemicals and contaminants while quickly adjusting humidity levels to maximize comfort.
LG SIGNATURE InstaView Refrigerator – Tasting is believing True art lives in the kitchen as home owners and chefs prepare the most decadent meals. The LG SIGNATURE InstaView Door-in-Door™ refrigerator adds another dimension of refined elegance to the overall ambience. It not only enhances the décor of the kitchen, but also facilitates a symphony of experiences, from the two-quick knocks to see what is inside the fridge without opening the door, to the hands-free open-door with the foot feature. It is a visualization of essence that is both intuitive and innovative designed to spark heightened levels of creativity and inspiration in the kitchen whilst keeping food fresh.
LG SIGNATURE Washing Machine – Feeling is believing Washing machines are typically neglected in terms of design
Each LG SIGNATURE premium product is thoughtfully designed to be visually astounding, while staying true to its essence: delivering the most elegantly curated human experience. The visualisation of “essence” was the inspiration behind the design philosophy of the LG SIGNATURE brand. By eliminating unnecessary elements, LG SIGNATURE represents the ultimate in elegant simplicity. Its radical design heightens the intrinsic purpose of the product and streamlines usability. Commenting on the upcoming launch, Mr. Kevin Cha, President LG Electronics Middle East & Africa, said, “LG SIGNATURE stays true to the essence, delivering a new sense of life for the most discerning customers. Our role at LG is to innovate for a better life, and with LG SIGNATURE, we not only provide unparalleled performance, but generate an intuitive user experience whilst accentuating aesthetic satisfaction. Now, people can elevate the look and feel of any room to meet their exquisite design taste and preferences”
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HVAC’s Future is All About Nearly Zero Energy Buildings
With ASHRAE’s efforts to meet a goal in the HVAC industry, and all the while hopeful that governments and other organizations will cooperate, by 2030 we can expect NZEBs. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) was formed in 1959 with a goal: to advance heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems design and construction. Today, the organization is still as focused in such goal but nonetheless a lot empowered with more than 56,000 members in over 132 countries. It stays true to its motto: “Shaping tomorrow’s built environment today.” In an interview, ASHRAE’s President Bjarne W. Olesen said that sustainability is a major goal for 2018 and beyond, and that it is achievable. “We expect NZEBs (Nearly Zero Energy Buildings) by 2030. That goal is within reach,” he revealed. “But it will take a concentrated effort by partners representing every sector of our broad, global industry. “Europe appears to have embraced the vision earlier and has a head start on making that vision a reality. Energy costs in Europe are much higher than in the United States, which created an economic driver for their success, a success that needs to be applauded. Asia is moving rapidly towards an NZEB future, but probably has the most ground to cover for a variety of reasons. A compelling argument can be made that our significant successes over the past nine years shows conclusively that we are
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on the right path and that the goal of an NZEB future is attainable,” he added. Olesen relies on the growing trend of technology and renewables in his confidence about HVAC’s future. There is already an energy management tool called Building Energy Quotient (Building EQ) which helps in evaluating the energy use of a building, on top of the building information modeling software and the decrease in photovoltaic pricing. Such advancements are the biggest drivers of the HVAC movement towards sustainability according to Olesen. Moreover, ASHRAE is willing to provide its members the needed information to meet the necessary goal. After all, it is the robust research program that sets ASHRAE apart from other professional societies and organizations. “As a global society with members all over the world, we can provide and disseminate knowledge from one part of the world to be used the world over. “The HVAC industry has an opportunity to serve as a catalyst to building owners and designers, encouraging the achievement of sustainability goals. An ASHRAE-certified building provides builders credible, reputable recognition in the marketplace,” Olesen shared.
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What New Engineers Without Experience Should Write on Their Resumes
Here are some things you can do to improve your resume so you can present yourself well even if you lack work experience. So you’re ready to get your dream job, and you’re super excited to start writing that resume. There’s just one problem: You have zero work experience. Whether you’re shifting into a new career unrelated to your previous field, or a fresh grad with no internships to write on your resume, what can you do to look as qualified as possible? Here are some things you can do to improve your resume so you can present yourself well even if you lack experience. 44
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Add Relevant and Transferable Skills Many resumes begin with relevant work experience or for fresh graduates, education followed by relevant experience. If this is not your strong suit, write down your relevant skills. These are the skills you already have that you feel are suited for the job you are applying for.
Try to analyze the skills you have developed while in school doing academic projects. Are you a leader of an organization in your school? The head programmer in your team projects? Are you well known for being able to deliver a presentation well in class? Try writing all your skills down and summarize them at the beginning of your resume, or after the education section.
Academic Projects Every engineering student has experienced toiling over loads of projects. These are important and should definitely be included in your resume. If you have any other side projects that you’ve done outside school that you feel gave you the skills to perform the job you’re applying for well, then add them. You can present this well in your resume under a “Projects” section. Here, you will write about your project the same way you
would for work experiences. Examples of these could be volunteering at a local charity, event organizing, or even commissioned projects.
A Good and Specific Cover Letter What makes a good and specific cover letter? Its contents are brief, yet complete and gives you a strong presence in a positive way. Put all your writing skills into this one, have it read twice or thrice by people you trust. Find a way to connect your passions and life experiences with the company, then explain how this will keep you enthusiastically on your feet once you are hired. These are just a few tips to help you with your job hunting journey. Try to apply some of these tips if not all, then have a friend, family member or professor proofread it for you. I hope this helps. Goodluck! HVACR Leaders • July 2018
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Jose La Loggia, Vice President and General Manager, Trane Europe speaking at the Eurotunnel press conference Source: Mike Hall via LinkedIn
World’s Largest Undersea Tunnel Stays Cool and Reduces Environmental Impact Eurotunnel today released official data demonstrating energy savings of 33 percent after the first season of operating a new cooling system for maintaining requisite temperatures in the landmark Channel Tunnel. The operator saved 4.8 GWh and approximately € 500,000 in 2017 courtesy of the new cooling system – equivalent to saving enough electricity to run 1,000 households. The newly released data from the operation
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of the new cooling system will dramatically boost Eurotunnel’s sustainability efforts which to date have been recognised with its fifth consecutive certification from the UK’s Carbon Trust Standard for a further 9% decrease of its carbon footprint in 2015-2016 compared to 2012-2013. “Eurotunnel’s commitment to environmental protection involves a number of initiatives. We saw the replacement of the Channel
best combination of features to help us meet our energy and environmental goals.” The Channel Tunnel connects Folkestone, Kent, in the United Kingdom with Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, in northern France. Without round-the-clock cooling, the heat generated by highspeed trains passing through the tunnel under the English Channel would drive indoor temperatures above 35°C, which is the maximum that can be reached while still running services in optimal condition. The new system ensures that ambient temperatures stay at or around 25°C.
Tunnel cooling system as a chance to reduce our energy consumption and carbon footprint,” said François Gauthey, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Getlink, Channel Tunnel owner. “This effort required installing a new cooling system—Europe’s largest—to maintain the Channel Tunnel at optimal ambient temperatures. Honeywell’s Solstice zd refrigerant, with its ultra-low GWP, and Trane’s chillers, which are already being used to cool large buildings and infrastructure, provided the
The system contains four Series E™ CenTraVac™ largecapacity (2600 kW to 14,000 kW) chillers from Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort solutions and services, and a brand of Ingersoll Rand. These chillers are up to 10 percent more energy efficient than the next best chiller available in this tonnage. Two of the chillers have been operational in Sangatte, France, since 2016, and the remaining units at Shakespeare Cliff, U.K., have been operational since late October 2017. “The Series E is part of our EcoWise portfolio of products designed to lower environmental impact with next-generation, lowGWP refrigerants and high-efficiency operation – consistent with our company-wide commitment to introduce products that reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Jose La Loggia, vice president and general manager of Trane
in Europe. “These chillers have been successfully used in various applications across Europe and have helped our customers to achieve operational savings while lowering their environmental footprint, without compromising safety, reliability and performance.” Solstice® zd is part of the Honeywell family of Solstice-branded products that enables customers to reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. It is a nonflammable refrigerant based on Honeywell’s hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) technology with a GWP of 1, which is 99.9 percent lower than any other solution in the market. It is designed for centrifugal chillers, which are most often used to cool large buildings or infrastructure projects, as well as for Organic Rankine Cycle systems and hightemperature heat pumps. “Worldwide demand is growing for solutions like Solstice zd, which offer the best combination of features to help companies achieve their environmental goals. The use of our refrigerants to cool major structures like the Channel Tunnel in Europe demonstrates their easy adaptability to even the largest or most challenging cooling situations, all while providing energy savings, carbon reduction and regulatory compliance,” said Julien Soulet, Vice President and General Manager for Honeywell Fluorine Products in Europe, Middle East and Africa. “We are committed to helping industries transition to and adopt next-generation, lower-GWP solutions.” HVACR Leaders • July 2018
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What Employers Look For When Hiring Fresh Engineering Graduates
With zero work experience, fresh engineering graduates are confused as to what the determining factor really is to be employed. Upon graduating in engineering school, perhaps your greatest worry is how you will be able to land a job. You think that it is difficult to find 48
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employers who will trust someone like you who does not have legitimate work experience.
experiences outside of academics that matter to them: Internships, jobs, volunteering, and extracurricular activities. “When employers do hire from college, the evidence suggests that academic skills are not their primary concern,” says Peter Cappelli, a Wharton professor and the author of a new paper on job skills. “Work experience is the crucial attribute that employers want even for students who have yet to work full-time.” Especially for fresh engineers, it pays to have exposure to companies as early as college through on-the-job trainings and work sidelines. While this is optional for some, lucky are those who have curriculums making internships compulsory because that is what employers want the most. The Chronicle of Higher Education tallied the relative importance of attributes in evaluating graduates for hire. Internships lead with 23 points from a scale of 0 to 100, 21 points for employment during college, 12 points for volunteer experience, and 10 for extracurricular activities. All these are experience-based attributes. Meanwhile, academic attributes include college major with only 13 points, relevance of coursework and college GPA both with 8, and college reputation with 5. This just proves that your GPA will not matter that much after graduation. What does this mean for engineering students? And for you as a job seeker?
It is true that you might have difficulty in securing your first job, but there is a trick: show to hiring managers that you will be worth it. And the best way to do that is to write in your resume what they want. Now the question begs: what do employers want? According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, it is not your college GPA but
Engineering students should invest in getting more on-the-job trainings or relevant work experience while in college. While it does not mean to say that grades do not matter, the experiences outside of the classroom just have more value to hiring managers when it comes to engineering work. And for you who have already graduated and now looking for a job but do not have much prior experience related to your field, make your resume as appealing – while truthful – as possible, secure an interview, and sell yourself there. Tell them how much of a learner you are.
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Global Demand for Air Conditioning Will Triple by 2050, New Research Says As global temperatures continue to rise, the need for air conditioning will increase as well for more people to stay comfortable. Through the years, air conditioning has become a necessity in helping us stay cool in the midst of hot summer weathers and according to new research, the global demand for air conditioning will triple over the next 30 years. The International Energy Agency has released a new study that shows the fast increase of air conditioning systems around the globe. The study noted that around 1.6 billion buildings come equipped with air conditioning units. That number is expected to be 5.6 billion by 2050. That “amounts to 10 new ACs sold every second for the next 30 years,” the IEA report noted. According to the IEA’s executive director, Fatih Birol, “Growing electricity demand for air conditioning is one of the most critical blind spots in today’s energy debate. With rising incomes, air conditioner ownership will skyrocket, especially in the emerging world. While this will bring extra comfort and improve daily lives, it is essential that efficiency performance for ACs be prioritized. Standards for the bulk of these new ACs are much lower than where they should be.” The IEA study explained that one of the biggest drains on the air conditioning pull could come from India. Today, air conditioning in India
constitutes to around 10 percent of India’s entire electricity usage. However, the report has pointed out that it could increase to 45 percent air conditioning usage by 2050 given the population trends and economic growth of the country. As global temperatures continue to rise, the need for air conditioning will increase as well for more people to stay comfortable. The IEA’s solution is to encourage more efficient air conditioning units that uses less electricity to operate. Their study noted that the air conditioning units that are sold in Europe and Japan are often 25 percent more efficient that units that are sold throughout the United States and China. The study also warned that “large investments in new power plants to meet peak power demand at night” are needed. “Setting higher efficiency standards for cooling is one of the easiest steps governments can take to reduce the need for new power plants, and allow them at the same time to cut emissions and reduce costs,” Birol said. According to the IEA’s calculations, these mandatory standards could slash energy costs in half and could lead to roughly $2.9 trillion in savings in energy investments, fuel costs, and operating costs.
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