Seminar 10 -- Some Acoustical Impacts of Poor Aerodynamic Conditions in HVAC Systems

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The noise ratings for the equipment used in air distribution systems are determined from laboratory testing that is done with optimal airflow aerodynamics at the equipments inlet and discharge connections. Real-world HVAC systems often do not have these optimal aerodynamic conditions. This seminar shows how less-than-optimal airflow aerodynamics in and near air handling units, terminal boxes and diffusers can cause the systems to produce unexpected, excessive noise.

10-1 The Effects of Poor Aerodynamics On Diffuser Noise
Zaccary Poots, Nailor Industries
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10-2 Aerodynamic Effect of Terminal Unit Noise
Patrick Oliver, P.Eng., E.H. Price, Ltd.
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10-3 The Effect of Poor Aerodynamics On Air Handling Unit Noise
Mark E. Schaffer, P.E., Schaffer Acoustics Inc.
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Citation: ASHRAE Seminar Recording, 2012 Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX



Product Code(s): D-SA12Sem10