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Trane Engineers Newsletters are topical, informative articles that provide engineering professionals who design HVAC systems with reliable, objective, and technologically current information in a non-commercial format.

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For over 50 years, these newsletters have been published by Trane Applications Engineering group to aid engineers in the design and application of HVAC systems. Subjects range from acoustics to water piping to interpretation of ASHRAE standards. These newsletters have become a trusted technical resource, with a current circulation of more than 40,000.

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Artificial Intelligence in the HVAC Industry

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming an integral part of our daily lives, influencing every sector from healthcare to HVAC. AI may offer potential for enhanced HVAC energy efficiency, improved indoor air quality, and reduced operational costs. With the aim to integrate AI into the HVAC industry, this newsletter delves into the history of AI and its current applications and considerations.

Coming Soon! A Case Study in a Trane Building Featuring the Storage Source Heat Pump System

The Storage Source Heat Pump System (SSHP) is a high-efficiency electrified hydronic heating and cooling system which extends the operating envelope for efficient electrified heating beyond conventional heat pump system limits. This innovative system has been successfully installed in the Emil Erickson Building on the Trane campus in La Crosse, Wisconsin, showcasing its practical application and effectiveness in a real-world setting.

Engineers Newsletter LIVE!

Trane Engineers Newsletter LIVE programs are technical, in-depth 60-minute programs covering the topics listed below. Many are available on-demand, free of charge for continuing education credit.

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ASHRAE® Standard 15, Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems
This bonus ENL focuses on the safe design, construction, installation, and operation of refrigeration systems, including a review of Class A2L (lower flammability) refrigerants and how Standard 15-2022's requirements apply to various types of refrigeration systems, including packaged rooftop units, VRF systems, and water chillers.

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Electrified Heating System Control Strategies

March (Q1)

This program covers innovative system configurations for both air-to-water heat pump and storage source heat pump systems. You'll gain a deeper understanding of plant control and design tools to help optimize your building's energy usage and sustainability.

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System Controls for Applying ASHRAE® Guideline 36

May (Q2)

ASHRAE Guideline 36 provides uniform sequences of operation for HVAC systems that are intended to maximize the systems' energy efficiency and performance, provide control stability, and allow for real-time fault detection and diagnostics. This presentation covers updates to the guideline, concentrates on hydronic and airside systems, and methods to deliver control systems using the guidance provided.

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Retrofitting Hydronic Heating Systems

September (Q3)

The use of electrified heating solutions has moved to the forefront of hydronic heating design and can be daunting to many design engineers‒specifically in the retrofit market. Eighty percent of buildings that will be operational in 2050 have already been built and the approach to electrified heating systems varies from building to building. In this program we will discuss a variety of concepts to successfully enable electrification in the retrofit market.

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Modern Unitary Heat Pump Applications

November (Q4)

This program will provide an introduction to a variety of heat pump configurations‒ from traditional heat pumps to dual fuel heat pumps‒available to support electrification and decarbonization initiatives. Review of heat pump terminology and proper sizing of heat pumps based on ASHRAE climate zones will be discussed. We will also cover selection of auxiliary heat, CO₂ emission reduction, and energy consumption as compared to traditional gas/electric and electric/electric rooftop units.

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