After 65 years, the University of North Dakota’s coal-powered steam plant was no longer up to the task, requiring specially-made new parts to remain functional. Johnson Controls came to the rescue.
The hall employs an innovative hybrid HVAC system that utilizes both variable volume air-handling and exhaust systems, chilled beams, and recycled and locally available materials.
Researchers at Purdue University developed the sensor to monitor the oil circulation ratio in real time for HVACR systems. The oil circulation ratio provides data on the health and functionality of the overall system.
In the 138 classrooms and labs currently in use this semester by UMass-Lowell students and faculty, building ventilation systems bring in 100% fresh, outside air while exhausting 100% of the rooms’ return air outdoors again.