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ACCA Manual S - Residential Equipment Selection, 2nd Edition, ANSI/ACCA 3-2014

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Author(s)
Air Conditioning Contractors of America
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Organization(s)
ACCA
Description
Standard covering sizing strategies for all types of cooling and heating equipment, as well as how to use comprehensive manufacturer’s performance data on sensible, latent, or heating capacity for various operating conditions.

Foundation Design Handbook

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Author(s)
Carmody John,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
University of Minnesota
Description
Handbook providing guidance on the design and construction of foundations for homes, including insulation, air sealing, and water management details for basements, crawlspaces, and slabs.

Pump Day Procedures

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Author(s)
ICF Systems
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Organization(s)
Massachusetts Building Products
Description
Information sheet including a checklist of steps to follow for pouring concrete.