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David Richardson

David Richardson serves as a curriculum developer and trainer at the National Comfort Institute (NCI). NCI specializes in training focused on improving, measuring, and verifying HVAC and building performance. Contact him at 800-633-7058 or at davidr@ncihvac.com.

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A Guide to the Essentials of Building Pressure

A Guide to the Essentials of Building Pressure

Understand the entire building as a full ventilation system
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David Richardson
December 16, 2019
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Many professionals are uncomfortable looking beyond the equipment and duct systems they install, which can affect their service to their customers.
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Four Steps to Determine the Correct Mixed Air Temperature

How to predict what happens when outside air is added to the mix
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David Richardson
November 18, 2019
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With a few measurements or design numbers and some quick math, you can estimate the influence outside air has on a system.
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Three System-Sizing Superstitions The HVAC Industry Suffers From

“When you believe in things you don’t understand, then you suffer — superstition ain’t the way.” – Stevie Wonder
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David Richardson
October 21, 2019
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Some beliefs often have hidden consequences that lead to long-standing issues and a lot of aggravation.
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Skills to Add to Your HVAC Service Repertoire

Skills to Add to Your HVAC Service Repertoire

Lions, Stools, and HVAC System Performance
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David Richardson
October 7, 2019
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New skills and test instruments may look like a predator to employees if they don’t understand why they’re important.
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An undersized, leaky, and poorly insulated duct system.

Five Reasons HVAC Systems Don’t Maintain Comfortable Conditions

Hidden reasons the system might not be working
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David Richardson
September 9, 2019
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Let’s look at five hidden reasons HVAC systems might not keep up when the temperatures get hot, how to test for them, and potential repairs.
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Contractors Can Use Persuasion for HVAC Customers' Good

Positive persuasion can lead to profits and long-lasting relationships
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David Richardson
August 12, 2019
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With the right conversation, customers get the HVAC system they expect, and you get a profitable sale that leads to a long-lasting relationship.
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Lessons I Learned From Overcoming HVAC Adversity - The ACHR News

Lessons I Learned From Overcoming HVAC Adversity

Obstacles give us the opportunity to learn important lessons
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David Richardson
June 17, 2019
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When faced with an obstacle, we decide to overcome it or quit and walk away. The consequences of those decisions mold us into the individuals we become.
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10 Factors That Determine Duct System Performance  - The ACHR News

10 Factors That Determine Duct System Performance

Here’s how to make sure duct systems are working at their highest potential
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David Richardson
May 27, 2019
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Paying attention to these 10 factors will ensure that customers get the highest possible comfort and efficiency.
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Larger-Tonnage Fans Diagram - The ACHR News

Watch Out for Larger-Tonnage Fans

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David Richardson
April 29, 2019
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I made a comment about pairing larger-tonnage fans with smaller-tonnage outdoor units that has drawn a lot of interest.
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Start Predicting Static Pressure Changes by Applying Fan Law 2 - The ACHR News

Start Predicting Static Pressure Changes by Applying Fan Law 2

Air balancers have been using these formulas for years
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David Richardson
March 18, 2019
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What if there were a quick and simple way to anticipate what would happen to static pressures if you increased or decreased airflow?
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