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HVAC SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT - 2008

This edition includes chapters that update material from the
1996 edition. It covers: refrigeration equipment; air conditioners;
central plant equipment; motors; heat exchangers; and more.
(1933742342) ....................................................... $195.95
HVAC APPLICATIONS - 2007
This addition to the ASHRAE Handbook Series focuses strictly on
HVAC applications. Covers: energy resources; building monitoring
and operations; and seismic design. Includes data, figures, and
more. (1933742143) .................................................... $195.00
REFRIGERATION - 2006
This handbook covers equipment and systems for refrigeration.
Includes data and storage requirements for all types of food.
(1931862885) .......................................................................... $195.50
FUNDAMENTALS - 2005
This ASHR AE handbook covers fundamental theories and
principles and incorporates: thermal and water vapor data;
per formance tables; physical proper ties for new refrigerants;
and more. (1931862702) ......................................... $224.95

ARCHITECTURAL SHEET METAL Manual - The complete

set of practices for design, installation of architectural
sheet metal. (SMAC1) ............................................. ... $ 265.00
FIBROUS GLASS DUCT CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
- (SMAC16) ........................................................... ... $ 138.00
FIRE, SMOKE & RADIATION DAMPER Installation GUIDE
FOR HVAC SYSTEMS, 5th Ed. - Fire dampers, fire doors,
plan marking, and special applications. (SMAC5) ........ ... $ 98.00
GUIDE TO STEEL STACK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION (SMAC9) ................................................................. ... $ 108.00
HVAC Air Duct Leakage Test Manual - (SMAC15)... $ 90.00
HVAC DUCT CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS METAL &
FLEXIBLE, 3rd Ed. - This text provides alternatives for
ductwork. (SMAC2)........................................................... ... $ 219.95
HVAC DUCT DESIGN CALCULATOR - (SMAC12).............. ... $ 59.95
HVAC DUCT SYSTEMS INSPECTION GUIDE, 1st Ed. Duct systems that comply with SMACNA standards.
(SMAC3) .............................................................. . ... $ 149.95
HVAC SYSTEMS Testing, ADJUSTING & BALANCING - Air
and hydronic balancing and adjusting. (SMAC8)............ $ 191.00
HVAC SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS - (SMAC14) ............. ... $ 140.00
HVAC SYSTEMS DUCT DESIGN 4th Edition - Information
on hvac duct systems. (SMAC13-06) ................................ ... $ 185.00
INDOOR AIR QUALITY - (SMAC10) ....................... ... $ 122.00
KITCHEN Ventilation Systems & Food Service
EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES Practices for fabrication and
installation of commercial kitchen equipment. (SMAC21).... ... $ 108.00
Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction
Standards - A great reference as part of the design
process for rectangular duct construction (SMAC20)................ $ 295.00
RESIDENTIAL COMFORT SYSTEM INSTALLATION
STANDARDS MANUAL - This book provides standards
for residential and light commercial HVAC equipment.
Conventional and solar-assisted systems. (SMAC7) .............. ... $ 140.00
RESIDENTIAL Sheet Metal Guidelines - This text
provides expert guidance on fabrication and installation of
exterior sheet metal in residential buildings. (SMAC22)........... $ 140.00
ROUND INDUSTRIAL DUCT CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
- Provides a standardized basis for duct design and
presents details for duct construction and suppor t
systems. (SMAC11)................................................ ... $ 295.00
SEISMIC RESTRAINT MANUAL: GUIDELINES FOR
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS This manual describes seismic
restraints for rectangular and round duct as well as for
piping and conduit. (SMAC4) .......................................... ... $ 177.00
TAB Procedural Guide - (SMAC19) .................................... $ 95.95

ASHRAE 4 Volume Handbooks On

CD-ROM, 2004-2007

HVAC S ystems and Fundamentals

Equipment
HVAC Applications
Refrigeration
(1933742175)............................$499.00

Audel HVAC Handbooks

Air Conditioning Home & Commercial, 5th Edition.

(0764571109) ..................................................................... $ 29.99

HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1, Heating Systems,

Furnaces, and Boilers, 4th Ed. - (0764542060) ................ $ 24.99

HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 2, Heating System

Components, Gas and Oil Burners, and Automatic Controls, 4th Edition.
(0764542079) ................................................................... $ 29.99
HVAC Fundamentals, Volume. 3, Air Conditioning, Heat
Pumps, and Distribution Systems, 4th Ed. - (0764542087) ..... $ 24.99

New! BLUEPRINTs & Plans FOR HVAC, 3rd Ed.

This book offers clear and accurate information on blueprint reading,

freehand sketches and drawing as related to HVAC. You can easily
master blueprint reading and apply your skills in the HVAC trade. Read
architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, ductwork plans. Covers:
freehand sketching; architects, engineers and construction scales drawings;
and more. (142833520X) .................................................. $119.95

HVAC Duct Slide Rule

Boiler Operator's Workbook 4th Ed.

Air Conditioning Contractors of America

This durable 2-sided plastic sizing wheel, or ductulator, comes with a
complete instruction manual for residential and commercial duct sizing
procedures. Uses: Sizes ducts; Converts round shapes into rectangular
shapes; Correlates pressure with total length and friction rate; Converts
velocity to velocity pressure and vice versa; Corrects for altitude and
temperature. (ACCADUCT) .................................................. $49.95
DUCTULATOR - This accurate, easy-to-use duct size calculator includes scales for friction
loss per unit length, air volume, air velocity, round duct diameter and rectangular duct
diameters. (888DUCT) .................................................................................. $19.95

This workbook provides information on virtually all facets of steam

boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Common boiler
auxiliaries and operating techniques are covered in detail, and safety and
efficiency of operation are stressed. Information is included on modern
boiler water treatment techniques, construction and repair methods, waste
heat recovery, controls, fuels, and draft. (0826944979) ... $60.00

NATE Study & Reference Guide

It contains 600+ pages broken into sections on core HVAC knowledge, airconditioning, air distribution, air to air gas heating, air to air heat pump, and air
to air oil heating plus a complete listing of KATEs (Knowledge Areas of Technician
Expertise) that are the knowledge base from which the test is drawn, and easy to
use indices for quick reference and topic location. (nate360) .. $89.00

New!

Manual J

HVACr 101

HVACR 101 provides a solid and thorough introduction to the field.

Designed for apprentices, entry-level technicians and first-year students.
It is the culmination of the ef for ts of industr y leaders like the Air
Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), Plumbing-Heating-Cooling
Contractors Association (PHCC), and Refrigeration Service Engineers Society
(RSES). (141806663x) .............................. $99.95

: Commercial Load
Calculation 5th EDITION.

Manual N

The New Fifth Edition of Manual N details the load calculation procedure
that addresses the advances in the commercial construction industry: new
materials, methods of assembly, and operational requirements. It provides
instruction to help contractors and designers satisfy new, and often conflicting,
energy, ventilation, and comfort requirements. (ACCA611) ................... $129.95

HVAC Systems Design Handbook

This textbook helps you design HVAC systems for residential, commercial,
and industrial buildings. Illustrations and tables help you design peakperforming HVAC systems. This Edition offers completely updated code
references, new coverage of energy conservation and digital control
practice, and a greater focus on indoor air quality, including maintenance
and operation. (0071395865) ............. $105.00

HVAC/R Terminology

A Quick Reference Guide 2nd Ed.

This one-of-a-kind HVAC/R technical reference guide incorporates

all the HVAC/R technical terms used in the industry today, and is an
indispensable resource for professionals dealing with electricity, controls,
refrigeration cycle, heating, psychometrics, boilers, heat pumps, heat
transfer, load calculations and more.(1930044224) . $39.95

N e w ! HVAC EQUATIONS, DATA, AND RULES OF THUMB

This textbook is a complete data reference book on HVAC design.

Contains: rules of thumb for cooling and heating loads, ventilation,
appliances/equipment, and more. (0071482423) ............... $69.95

HVAC - Heating, Ventilating & A/C

HVAC Instant Answers

This text is packed with diagrams, layouts, flowcharts, and graphics

to provide the most understandable solution possible. A great learning
tool for those entering the field as well as a reference for pros.
(0071387013) .............................................................. $49.95

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: Residential Load Calculation

This is the residential load calculation method that is most called for by
the majority of existing building codes. Includes equipment sizing methods
for single-family homes, town houses, multi-unit structures, condos, and
manufactured homes. The calculation methods are compatible with all types
of existing comfort systems and current applications. (ACCAJ) ....... $179.00

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HVAC covers all aspects of residential and commercial HVAC systems.

Topics included are specifically designed for HVAC and building maintenance
technicians. The text includes an introduction to HVAC fundamentals, types
of HVAC units, load calculations, residential and commercial controls, with
maintenance, troubleshooting, and more!. (0826906788) .......... $65.00

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HVAC SYSTEMS
DESIGNS HANDBOOK, 4th Ed.

Design HVAC systems for residential, commercial, and

industrial buildings. (0071395865) ......................... $105.00

Handbook of Air Conditioning

And Refrigeration, 2nd Ed.

Get the answers on AC and refrigeration systems, from

designing, to operation and maintenance. Covers HVAC
data, standards, and controllers. (0070681678)........$120.75

ELECTRICITY &CONTROLS FOR HVAC/R, 5th Ed.

HEATING HANDBOOK

This text equips readers with information needed to work with all
types of HVAC/R controls. (1401895131) ....................... $140.95

This technicians guidebook helps you: plan and design

systems, estimate costs, make bids, install and maintain
systems, troubleshoot, and more. (0070507198)..$44.95

ELECTRICITY for Refrigeration,

Heating, & Air Conditioning 7th Ed.

Power Boiler Design,

Inspection, and Repair

This book stresses practicality and real world applications. Reviews

service technician skills. (1418042870) .................................. $159.95

This textbook provides the most up-to-date information on the

fabrication, inspection, and testing of power boilers. Includes:
calculations, specs, methods, and more. (0071432027)...$99.95

Modern Hydronic Heating, 2nd Ed.

This text features techniques for use in both residential and light
commercial buildings. For school, self-study, or on the job. CD-ROM
included. (0766816370) .................................................. $179.95

TROUBLESHOOTING HVAC-R EQUIPMENT

This textbook includes troubleshooting cases and scenarios that promote

thinking skills. (0827363923) .................................................. $109.95

Quick-Card: HVAC Formulas & Equations

This 4-page, full-color guide covers the essential formulas and equations
used in HVAC calculations. Plus several handy lookup tables.
Ductwork Pressures, Heat Loss or Gain (Buildings)
Ductwork and Air Flow,Equivalent Duct Sizes
Air Flow in a Duct,Required Main Duct Sizes (table)
(1889892785)...........................................$7.95

AC CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (ACCA)

What Makes a Good Air Conditioning System (Manual C) - (ACCAC) ........................ $ 22.00
Duct Design For Res Winter & Summer Air Conditioning (ManI D) - (ACCAD) ........... $ 54.95
Load Calculation For Res Wintr & Sumr Air Cond (ManI J) - (ACCAJ) ....................... $179.00
Load Calculation For Commercial Sumr & Wintr Air Cond (ManI N) - (ACCA611) ........... $129.95
Residential Equipment Selection (Manl S) - (ACCAS) .................................................. $ 54.95
Commercial Applications Systems And Equipt (Manual CS) - (ACCACS) ..................... $ 79.95
Commercial Low Press, Low Vel Duct Sys Dsgn (Manual Q) - (ACCAQ) ....................... $ 75.95

Stationary Engineering 4th ed.

This new edition includes coverage of new technologies including

a section on condensing boilers combined with new information on
soot blowers and superheater design. Clear, descriptive illustrations
and numerous charts and tables reinforce text material. Equations
and examples are given for solving boiler problems. Key terms are
italicized and defined in the text. (0826943279) $99.95

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 6E

The best in heating, cooling, and refrigeration just got better! This timehonored best seller has been updated and revised to provide superior
hands-on information needed to successfully maintain and troubleshoot
today's complex heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
(1428319360) .............................................. $139.95

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (Paperback) by Rex Miller

Professional-level air conditioning and refrigeration guidance to
get the job done faster, better, and at less cost This heavily-illustrated
resource is great for do-it-yourselfers, weekend repairmen, as well
as seasoned air conditioning and refrigeration technicians who want
to stay on top of the latest methods, materials, equipment, codes,
standards, and safety tips. (0071467882) ......... $49.95

Electricity & Electronics for HVAC

Complete information on electric
and electronic components for
modern HVAC systems
Over 345 detailed illustrations to

improve technical understanding

Standard and SI units for all problems
and worked-out equations
(0071496688)..........$49.95

Refrigeration Principles,
Practices, and Performance

Thorough coverage for domestic, commercial, marine, or

industrial applications is included so knowledge is transferable
to a variety of fields within the industry.
Numerous examples provide a context for learning and
grasping key concepts. (1418060976) .............. $94.95

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Troubleshooting Handbook
Coverage of techniques required
by EPA.
Comprehensive troubleshooting
information for the different types
of equipment in the field.

C o m p o n e n t t e s t i n g a n d
replacement procedures.
Start-up procedures.
Troubleshooting charts.
(0135787416).....$124.95

Indoor Environment Technician's Library

L ayout for Duct Fittings - Layout for Duct Fittings

teaches practical, easy-to-follow shop methods for laying out
duct fittings. It includes Illustrated step- by-step methods that
show the reader how to lay out: Rectangular transitions; S
offsets; Rectangular duct elbows; Square-to-round; Round tapers;
Round tees; and Round elbows. (0880690283) ........ $34.00
Airflow In Ducts - (0880690186) ........................ $34.00
Fans and V-Belt Drives - A ready reference on all areas of fans
and V-belts. (8806902679) ................................................ $34.00
HVAC Technician's Handbook - Covers all areas of the
HVAC field. (0880690313) ........................................... $34.00
Instruments For HVAC Work - Review instruments used
in the area of HVAC. (0880690305) .............................. $34.00
Refrigeration For HVAC Technicians - Know the basics of
how refrigeration systems works. (0880690356) ................. $34.00

Doolins Trouble Shooters Bible 4th Ed.

More than 200,000 servicemen own the Doolin's Trouble

Shooters Bible. Hundreds of trade schools and community colleges
use this book in their training programs. This book rides service
trucks, is the shop manual of the trade and is used extensively
by owners of equipment who maintain their own units or have
maintenance departments. (0914626132).$74.95
Also available in Spanish. la BIBLIA DOOLIN PARA EL
TCNICO REPARADOR (0914626140) .............. $74.95

hvac TroubleShooting Guide by rex miller

HVAC Troubleshooting Guide offers a detailed overview of the entire
HVAC field from on-site work and various aspects of HVAC systems, to
interior work in residential, commercial, and industrial areas of the HVAC
specialties. This sure-fire guide shows you how to read, understand,
and prepare schedules, mechanical plans, and electrical plans and
how to quickly locate troubleshooting information on the job and off.
The book also features resource directories, a glossary of terms, and
helpful abbreviations. (0071604994) ............................................. $49.95

TRANE AIR CONDITIONING MANUAL - This manual is used by practicing engineers as a source
reference and by leading universities as a text. (TACM) ....................................... $49.95
Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems,
by John Tomczyk - (1930044062) ........................................................................................... $39.95
BOILER OPERATORS EXAM, Preparation Guide, by Stein & Reynolds - Contains 457 multiplechoice and essay exam problems with solutions. (0070579687) .................... $70.00

HVAC Principals & Applications Manual

High Pressure Boilers 3rd Ed.

This new edition includes the latest information on safe and efficient
operation of high pressure boilers and related equipment. The content and
format of the book are specifically designed for use in preparation for obtaining
a boiler operator's license. All aspects of high pressure boilers are discussed
and illustrated, and a comprehensive glossary and new appendix provide
helpful reference material. (0826943004) ........................ $84.00

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This helpful manual provides HVAC fundamentals as well as stepby-step application methods. Includes examples, tables, and data, and
simplifies calculating a building's heat loss and choosing the right system
controls. (007044451X) ................................................................ $78.95
HVAC TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING MANUAL, 3rd Ed. - Includes new information
on: air quality, energy recovery, and more! (0070241848) ................................ $74.95

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