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Your Questions Answered: The latest trends in arc flash mitigation methods
An Eaton expert answers your questions about how to design electrical systems with arc flash mitigation in mind. The webcast, which originally aired on Jan. 23, 2025, is available on-demand.
Codes and standards engineers should know for K-12 buildings
Important codes and standards for K-12 buildings include NFPA 70, ASHRAE 90.1 and the International Building Codes
Utilizing automation for energy savings in K-12 buildings
HVAC and lighting controls are leveraging automation to optimize energy efficiency, ensuring buildings remain comfortable during occupied hours and shift to energy-saving modes when unoccupied.
Focus on non-traditional learning spaces in K-12 building design
K-12 school buildings are often seeking more flexibility to provide unique learning paths for students.
Key considerations for energy efficient and sustainable office buildings
Increased use of electric vehicle service equipment and more stringent code requirements are pushing sustainability for office building design.
New technologies and codes for HVAC systems in office buildings
HVAC systems in office buildings are designed for future-proofing and energy efficiency.
What codes and standards are important in office building design?
As sustainability and environmental concerns continue to rise, codes and standards are changing to better address these issues.
Key considerations for energy efficient and sustainable office buildings
Increased use of electric vehicle service equipment and more stringent code requirements are pushing sustainability for office building design.
Complexities unique to office buildings in fire and life safety design
Fire and life safety design in office buildings is often unique due to issues of vertical spread and occupancy changes.
Automating HVAC, lighting and fire protection for office buildings
Automated MEP systems are increasingly interconnected in new and retrofitted office buildings.