on "Towards the Greener Planet" ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter conducted a National Level Technical Paper Presentation Competition for the engineering students. It was organised at Fr. C. Rodgriues Institute of Technology, Vashi, Navi Mumbai on 23rd February 2008. The event was organised by the newly formed ISHRAE Student Chapter of Fr. C. Rodgriues Institute of Technology, Vashi, Navi Mumbai. The theme of the paper presentation was on, "Towards the Greener Planet" and included topics like Energy Conservation, Global Warming, Green Buldings, Sorption Technology etc. About 48 papers were received from all over India and 29 papers were short listed for the presentation on 23/02/2008 from 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. The inaugural ceremony was held at 9.30 to 10.00 a.m. Mr. Gautam Baliga, former President ISHRAE Mumbai Chpater was the chief guest for the function. Fr. Orlando Rodrigues, M.D., Agnel Technical Education Compelx, Vashi, Dr. Rollin Fernandes, Principal Fr. C.R.I.T., Dr. S.V.K. Reddy, HOD, Mechanical Department, Fr. C.R.I.T., Mr. Girish Panchal, Staff Incharge for the students chapter of Fr. C.R.I.T. and Mr. Tejveer Singh, CWC member ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter were graced the occasion. Mr. Gautam Baliga and Mr Tejveer Singh were the judges for the competition. The papers were judged on the basis of Paper Content, Presentation and Questions & Answers. The first prize of Rs. 5000/- and a trophy were won by a group from Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Belapur, Navi Mumbai. The second prize of Rs. 3000/- and a trophy were bagged by a group from Pillai College of Engineering, Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The third prize consisting of Rs. 2000/- and a trophy was won by a group from Fr. C. Rodgriues Institute of Technology, Vashi, Navi Mumbai. All the participants were awarded with a Participation Certificate. Award winning students are as follows: 1st Prize: Thermoacoustic Automotive Refrigerator Nikhil Dhavale, Gauav Gajjar 2nd Prize: SOLAR CHILL - A Solar PV Refrigerator Without Battery Maria Thomas, Babitha Kurup, Reena Rawat 3rd Prize: Solar Canopy Illumination System Manish Shinde Avinash Renuke, Swaroop G. Prepared by : Dr.S.V.K. Reddy & Mr. Girish Panchal
 Initially, implementation of the codes will be voluntary but will be made mandatory soon under the Energy Conservation Act 2001 for the buildings having connected load of 500 kw or more. The implementation of the codes will reduce energy consumption from 25% to 40% and will yield annual saving of about 1.7 billion units. The codes sets a minimum efficiency standards for external wall, roof, glass structure, lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning of the commercial buildings in all the five climatic zones in the country. The State Government will have the flexibility to amend these codes to suit local or regional needs and notify them accordingly. Read more:http://www.bee-india.nic.in/sidelinks/ECBC.html Check out the review of the new book in the upcomnig issues of The airconditioning and Refrigeration Journal.
ATLANTA – An updated Air-Conditioning Systems Design Manual, which bridges the gap between engineering theory and practical application, is available from ASHRAE. The manual was first published in 1993 to assist entry-level engineers in the design of air-conditioning systems. The update includes new materials dealing with design process, indoor air quality and green design. “The manual fills the void between theory and practice,” Walter Grondzik, P.E., editor of the guide, said. “It bridges the gap between real-world design practices and the theoretical knowledge acquired in academic courses or textbooks. Such courses and books usually focus on theoretical calculations and procedures – the manual focuses on applications.” Contact: Jodi Dunlop Public Relations 678-539-1140 jdunlop[AT]ashrae[DOT]org 1791 Tullie Circle NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Read more: http://www.ashrae.org/pressroom/detail/16393
The temporary air-conditioning system at PANIIT2006 was provided by R. S. Buther and Company. To get an understanding as to what the differences are between a permanent installation and a temporary one, we have to realize that the entire set-up, which includes chilled water plants, chilled water piping, air-handling units, unitary equipment, ductwork, grilles, chilled water piping, condenser water piping, cooling towers and the entire electrical system interconnecting them the cloth false ceiling etc, were all set up for operation in a flat 2 days!
As the air-conditioning system is of a temporary nature, the concept behind the installation is considerably different from that of a permanent installation, with many compromises which we would loathe to undertake in a permanent installation. Examples of this include ingeniously developed quick-lock chilled water pipe connectors to feed air-handlers thru flexible pipes, and flanged chilled water main runs, "air-cooled" electrical panels (!), and example which you see in one of the photographs in this article.
Another aspect is the long throw provided by terminally open ducts to feed the central core, while the periphery is fed by side throw of air from DX unitary equipment. Take a look!
ATLANTA - The hottest new rap video can't be seen on MTV, BET or even VH-1 - it's on ASHRAE.org. That's right - "rap video." Not something you would think that the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) had the 4-11 about, right? "If ASHRAE and our industry are going to be successful in promoting engineering and HVAC&R as career options, then we have to reach out to young people in a way that is entertaining and interesting to them," Ron Johnson, chair of ASHRAE's Student Activities Committee, said. "Hence, this video." ASHRAE: Licensed to Chill features a hot soundtrack accompanied by interviews with young members highlighting the importance of the HVAC&R industry to the world; the diverse and creative opportunities related to engineering as a career; and the difference the building industry makes related to sustainability. "The video drives home the message that our industry truly engineers the world we live in, and that young people don't want to miss out on the chance to be a part of that," he said. The video will be made available to middle and high schools that seek information about careers in engineering from ASHRAE. It also is available in several formats suitable for downloading at http://www.ashrae.org/students/page/951Or download now: (Servers may be overloaded currently, since it's so fresh!) Windows Media Player http://cms.ashrae.biz/chill/L2C.wmviPod http://cms.ashrae.biz/chill/L2C-iPod.m4vPlayStation Portable http://cms.ashrae.biz/chill/L2CPSP.MP4
ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is an international organization of 55,000 persons. ASHRAE fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through rapping, research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education. ISHRAE is an Associate of ASHRAE.
Steve Pavlina has a great post on "10 stupid mistakes made by the newly self-employed" which deserves a read. He says, "Having been a non-employee for about 14 years now, I’ve made my share of stupid business mistakes. I’ve also coached a number of people to start their own businesses, and I’ve seen many of them make similar mistakes. This advice is geared towards small business owners, particularly people who are just starting (or about to start) their own business." and moves on to list out 10 points to avoid these mistakes. Scroll down his page for related articles on the subject. http://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/04/10-stupid-mistakes-made-by-the-newly-self-employed/
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The Indian Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineers’ Mumbai Chapter and ASHRAE Western India Chapter had organized students’ Poster and Project Presentation Competition at Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Andheri (W) Mumbai on 10th February 2006. This event was the part of a National Level Technical Festival of Sardar Patel College of Engineering, “TORQUE 2006”.
The theme of the program was to create awareness about the Refrigeration and Air conditioning Industry to the students.
Poster Presentation
Students visited different manufacturing units and collected the information about the product which they manufacture. They prepared the posters based on the information collected. Students showed keen interest in making the posters.
Students from the following colleges participated.
Indian Institute of Technology, Powai
Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute of Technology
Sardar Patel College of Engineering
K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering
Vidyavardhini College of Engineering
Datta Meghe College of Engineering
Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering
Rizvi College of Engineering
Dr. Bhabasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere
Project Presentation:
Three colleges participated in Project Presentation as under.
Sardar Patel College of Engineering– Investigations on Energy Efficient Water Cooler
Rizvi College of Engineering -Screw Compressors
Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute of Technology- Energy Conservation in Window Air conditioner
V. Krishnan, Past President, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter, Rajeev Kakkar Senior member of CWC and Gautham Baliga Past President, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter were the judges for both the competition.
The judges unanimously decided the prize winners as under.
Poster Presentation:
Rizvi College of Engineering First Prize
Sardar Patel College of Engineering Second Prize
Vidyavardhini College of Engineering Third prize
Project Presentation:
Sardar Patel College of Engineering First Prize
Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute of Technology Second Prize
Prize distribution ceremony was held in the Auditorium of Sardar Patel College of Engineering.
Arvind Desai, President, Hiru Jhangiani, Past President, V. Krishnan, Past President, Gautham Baliga, Past President, Dilip Datey, President Elect. ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter, Prof. P. V. Natu, HOD, Mechanical Engineering Department, Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Vikram Murthy, Rajeev Kakkar, Dr. S.V.K. Reddy, Dr. Roshini Easow, Shaligram, Meetha Gandhi, Shashidharan and Sanjay Joshi were present during this event.
Arvind Desai, Hiru Jhangiani and Prof. P. V. Natu distributed the Certificates.
Arvind Desai distributed the Momentos.
Everybody appreciated this event and requested ISHRAE Mumbai chapter to organize such event on regular basis.
Prepared by: Dr. S.V.K. Reddy, Committee member, ISHRAE Mumbai Chapter
ISHRAE 2005 Intercollegiate Quiz Competition. View the photos of the Engineering Quiz 2005.
ISHRAE 2005 Intercollegiate Quiz Competition. View the photos of the Engineering Quiz 2003.
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