Comprehensive data in compact form, Full comparative summary of all air conditioning techniques, Provides must-have information for engineers and technicians, as well as students dealing with HVAC, Completely updated throughout, New information on night-time cooling, In the almost sixty years since the publication of the first edition of HVAC Engineer's Handbook, it has become widely known as a highly useful and definitive reference for HVAC engineers and technicians alike, and those working on domestic hot and cold water services, gas supply and steam services. The eleventh edition continues in the tradition of previous editions, being easily trans-portable and therefore an integral part of the HVAC engineer or technician's library. Newly updated data on natural ventilation, ventilation rates, free cooling and night-time cooling, make the eleventh edition of the HVAC Engineer's Handbook a vital source of information. Fred Porges has worked in both the manufacturing and process industries, and became a partner in a building services consultancy in 1962. He has held senior positions with design contractors, and his experience covers every building service and type of building from schools to housing, factories to laboratories. Book jacket.