Adoption Info
Official title 2007 Oregon Peak Cooling and Heating Calculation Code (Commercial / Mid & High-rise Residential) (Revised 2014)
Effective dates October 1, 2007 – Present (Revised in 2014)
Adopts with amendments ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals, 2005 Edition
Overview The ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals provides comprehensive guidelines for calculating peak cooling and heating loads in commercial, mid-rise, and high-rise residential buildings. It includes methods and data necessary to determine the thermal loads, which are essential for designing HVAC systems that ensure comfort and energy efficiency.
The 2007 Oregon Peak Cooling and Heating Calculation Code adopts the ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals, 2005 Edition, with specific amendments tailored to Oregon’s unique climatic conditions. Revised in 2014, these modifications ensure that HVAC systems in Oregon are designed to meet high standards of performance and efficiency, addressing local environmental and building requirements.
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