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This technical brief is designed for the professional HVAC technicians and other technically astute persons. Residential HVAC Systems outlines step...

Many examples, illustrations, tables and formulas are provided for on the job applications. This book is also an excellent reference to standard fo...

From basic arithmetic to using formulas, this fully updated edition applies essential practical math skills directly to the field of heating and co...

The SMACNA Duct System Calculator has detailed instructions and calculations to enable HVAC system designers to design an average duct system witho...

This technical brief is designed for the professional tradesmen and motivated homeowners. Airtight homes need whole-house mechanical ventilation sy...

This popular manual has been updated and improved to bring it more current with modern earthmoving and trenching equipment, refined excavation tech...

The SMACNA Fire, Smoke, & Radiation Damper Installation Guide for HVAC Systems is an application and installation study guide for architects, e...

This Fifth Edition of Manual N has been updated and revised and is designed to provide instruction enabling contractors and designers to satisfy ne...

Manual Q is your one-stop reference book on the low-pressure, low-velocity systems used in small and mid-size commercial buildings. Manual Q gives ...

Design a residential duct system in less time with the streamlined Manual D duct procedure! You can apply the Manual D procedure to constant volume...

Manual H gives you a one-stop reference on residential and small commercial heat pump systems -- basic principles, equipment, installation, operati...

Manual P provides detailed guidance on how to use the psychrometric chart to map any type of heating and cooling process. The information also teac...

Manual J is the industry standard residential load calculation method, required by most building codes around the country. Revised and expanded, th...

This calculator is used for sizing pipe systems carrying natural gas of 0.60 specific gravity at approximately eight (8) inches water column pressu...

Specially designed for in-the-field use, this comprehensive yet compact book will pay for itself over and over in the time you save looking for: ...

This Standard Practice establishes the material, design, fabrication, and inspection criteria to be used in the manufacture, selection, and applica...

Equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to maintain and troubleshoot today's complex heating, air conditioning, and refrigerati...

HVAC Control Systems Book 4th Edition is the must have volume of text you need to get an in depth explanation of HVAC systems.  This essential guid...

Know the best equipment systems and designs to use that can help you get the job done!

Designed specifically for HVAC, building maintenance, and controls technicians, HVAC Control Systems 4th Edition is the perfect source of informati...

Having trouble passing the HVAC licensing exams? Can’t seem to understand the material, or need it presented in a different format? The HVAC Licens...

The 2018 International Plumbing Code Flash Cards provides code users, students and exam candidates with  time-tested method for study and informati...

The 2018 International Plumbing Code Study Companion is the perfect companion guide to help you get the most out of your International Plumbing Cod...

Now Available! If you are a builder, remodeler, building inspector, or anyone who plays a role in building a home, you know how invaluable a good r...

The UPC establishes minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare.   101.2 Scope. The provisions o...

Building on a history of duct construction standards nearly 100 years old, the flagship SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standard – Metal & Flexib...