Carbon dioxide-controlled mechanical ventilation systems (TN 12/94.1)

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States that carbon dioxide-controlled mechanical ventilation systems can be an effective and energy conscious method of providing adequate ventilation air only while a space is occupied. Provides the results of measurements of CO2 concentrations in buildings and illustrates the...

Overview

This publication states that carbon dioxide-controlled mechanical ventilation systems can be an effective and energy conscious method of providing adequate ventilation air only while a space is occupied. It provides the results of measurements of CO2 concentrations in buildings and illustrates the pitfalls in using a CO2 controlled ventilation system in three buildings. It presents the required parameters and a procedure for calculating the evolution of CO2 in buildings.It sets out a logical sequence of simple calculations to make an initial assessment of the efficacy of providing a CO2 control system in any particular building and highlights those buildings types which are likely to be most suitable. If this proves promising, the algorithms and validation of a model are provided to make a fuller assessment. This publication illustrates energy savings in the form of an example of the reduction in ventilation air for a common building type appropriate for the application. It comments on reliability and maintenance factors. It presents the results of an evaluation of various indoor air quality sensors in the laboratory.

Product details

  • Published: March 1994
  • Publisher: BSRIA
  • Authors: Booth W B. & Potter I N.
  • ISBN-10: 0860223892
  • ISBN-13: 9780860223894