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The ASHRAE Handbook

The ASHRAE Handbook is the go-to guide for HVAC&R professionals with 4 volumes covering Fundamentals, Refrigeration, HVAC Applications, and Systems/Equipment. Packed with 200+ chapters, this resource is essential for engineers, designers, contractors, and students. Through print, CD, and online formats, ASHRAE keeps the industry updated on current practices. Join ASHRAE to access this invaluable knowledge repository and stay at the forefront of HVAC&R advancements.

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The ASHRAE Handbook

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  1. The ASHRAE Handbook

  2. Background of the Handbook • Predecessor document: American Society of Heating and Ventilating Engineers’ (ASH&VE) “Heating and Ventilating Guide” (1922) • Today, it is the recognized repository of current engineering procedures and practices in HVAC&R • Typical users: • Consulting engineers • Equipment designers • Plant engineers • Contractors • Government officials • Technicians • Engineering students

  3. The ASHRAE Handbook Today • Includes four volumes: • Fundamentals • Refrigeration • HVAC Applications • HVAC Systems and Equipment • One volume published each year • Two editions: • Inch-Pound (I-P) units of measurement • International System of Units (SI)

  4. The ASHRAE Handbook Today (cont’d.) • 200+ chapters • Print, CD and online formats • A benefit of membership; 40,000+ copies sent to members each year • Consulted by non-members—puts the entire industry on the same page

  5. The Development Process • Society Handbook Committee • identifies technical information needs • establishes editorial policy • oversees production and delivery • Technical Committees, Task Groups and Technical Resource Groups • write content • review content • revise content

  6. Get Involved! Learn more about volunteer opportunities at www.ashrae.org/volunteer

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