by dmaengwebsite | Jan 1, 2022 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
In 2022 we at DMA started focusing more heavily on building envelope consulting along with our mechanical system designs. As our client expectations are rising so are outdoor temperatures. The challenges of maintaining a 70°F cooling set point indoors on an outside...
by dmaengwebsite | Sep 5, 2021 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
What does healthy IAQ look like these days? Well, first we need to start with a baseline definition of indoor air quality. At DMA, IAQ is a measure of contaminants, and how these contaminants adhere to health standards. Contaminants run the spectrum — from a mere...
by dmaengwebsite | Aug 9, 2021 | DMA Engineering
Commercial buildings that were vacant during the pandemic are now welcoming back employees. Facility managers are focusing on ways to optimize indoor air quality to reduce the spread of illnesses like COVID-19. According to the CDC and ASHRAE, increasing outside air...
by dmaengwebsite | Jul 7, 2021 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
Data tells us that COVID-19 is an airborne virus, spread from person to person through droplets or what is known as bioaerosols. In a commercial building, we believe dilution is the key to any indoor air quality strategy. With dilution, we can proactively replace...
by dmaengwebsite | May 5, 2021 | DMA Engineering
Some buildings, such as hospitals, grocery stores, and essential services have remained open during the pandemic. It’s critical that our essential workers be kept safe and comfortable. Here are some recommendations from DMA: Increase outdoor air ventilation and...
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