Adoption InfoÂ
Official title 2007 Alabama Peak Cooling and Heating Calculation Code (Commercial / Mid & High-rise Residential) (Revised 2014)
Effective dates January 1, 2007 – Present (Revised in 2014)
Adopts with amendments ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Applications, Chapter 18, 2003 Edition
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Overview The ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Applications provides comprehensive guidelines for calculating peak cooling and heating loads for commercial, mid-rise, and high-rise residential buildings. It includes methods and procedures to ensure accurate load calculations, which are essential for the design and selection of HVAC systems to achieve optimal performance and energy efficiency.
The 2007 Alabama Peak Cooling and Heating Calculation Code adopts Chapter 18 of the ASHRAE Handbook—HVAC Applications, 2003 Edition, with specific amendments tailored to Alabama’s unique conditions. Revised in 2014, these modifications ensure that HVAC load calculations in Alabama meet high standards of accuracy, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.
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