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2015 International Mechanical Code - IMC

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Author(s)
International Code Council
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Organization(s)
ICC
Description
2015 edition of code establishing minimum regulations for mechanical systems, including heating, cooling, ventilation, exhaust, ducts, fireplaces, combustion and hydronic systems, using prescriptive and performance-related provisions.

Effect of Residential Ventilation Techniques for Hot and Humid Climates on Indoor Concentrations and Emission Rates of Volatile Organic Compounds

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Author(s)
Hodgson Alfred T,
Moyer Neil,
Beal David
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Organization(s)
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
A report describing six mechanical ventilation strategies that were evaluated for their ability to control indoor humidity levels over 14-day periods with simulated occupancy.

Humidity Control: Supplemental Dehumidification in Hot-Humid Climates

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Author(s)
Home Innovation Research Labs,
National Association of Home Builders,
International Code Council
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Organization(s)
HIRL,
NAHB,
ICC
Description
Fact Sheet describing the need for supplemental dehumidification, dehumidifier configuration options, and design considerations.

Nail Withdrawal Capacities in OSB

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Author(s)
Extreme Panel Technologies
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Organization(s)
Extreme Panel Technologies
Description
Information sheet with nail withdrawl capacities in OSB.

The Energy In Modular (EMOD) Buildings Method, A Guide To Energy-Efficient Design For Industrialized Construction Of Modular Buildings

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Author(s)
Pless Shanti,
et al.
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Organization(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Oregon State University,
Momentum Innovation Group,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report describing use of the Energy in Modular (EMOD) method to design, produce, and deliver affordable, net-zero energy, low-carbon, and healthier buildings through industrialized (factory) construction of modular buildings; modeling of whole buildings and subassemblies of components, pods, panels...