Energy efficiency of technological systems
The building-system is of fundamental importance to obtain optimal energy performance and thus respond to the growing need to create or transform low-efficiency buildings into structures with high or very high performance. Unfortunately, technological systems, being mainly hidden inside the building, tend too often to be treated by operators in the sector as elements of secondary importance. This book was written to highlight their central role. The work, after having provided some fundamental definitions and clarified essential basic concepts, deals with the main types of technological systems: from controlled mechanical ventilation (VMC), to heating, air conditioning and sanitary water systems up to electrical systems. Each system is treated according to a basic approach that facilitates the consultation and use of the manual:• Specific characteristics• Indications for design and installation• Solutions for energy efficiency• Regulatory referencesFinally, where relevant, the point of view of the UNI/TS 11300 standards will be reported as a reference calculation basis for the national implementation of European legislation on energy performance of systems in buildings. Enea Pacini, Architect, freelancer, deals with the design, installation and maintenance of systems. Supporter of the thesis that “the house is a machine for living”, he has always focused on the analysis of the building-system. Registered in the lists of the Ministry of the Interior as a fire prevention professional, he has been a member of AICARR for several years. Related volumes• Maintenance, reconstruction and energy saving, N. Mordà, C. Carlucci, M. Stroscia, 2nd ed. 2019• Water-sanitary, waste and water collection systems in residential buildings, F. Re Cecconi, M. Fiori, 2nd ed. 2018• Design of air conditioning systems, L. De Santoli, F. Mancini, 1st ed. 2017
