ACI Home Performance Conference 2008

COMF 8 - Selecting Registers for Air Flow & Comfort

Thursday, April 10, 2008 · 10:30 AM - 12:10 PM

The often-overlooked impact of supply air register selection on comfort and air distribution will be investigated and explained. Even when ducts are tight, balanced, and correctly sized, comfort can usually be improved by installing the best register for that particular room, dependent on room size, register location, and window configuration. Register choice can also impact window condensation. Manual T will be introduced, and terminal velocity, spread, and throw will be explained.

By attending this session, participants will

Compare register selections and locations, and their impact on comfort and efficient air distribution for floor, wall, and ceiling registers
Explore specific and common register changes that can improve comfort and minimize window condensation
Receive an intro to Manual T, terminal velocity, spread, throw, and readily available manufacturer's engineering data needed to make good choices

Keyword(s): airflow, comfort, condensation, ducts, Manual T, registers, spread, throw, velocity
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Delivering Comfort & Energy Reductions
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

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