Load calculations, and using software to do them, are key traits of the contractor of the future, according to a new ACCA ...

HONOLULU, HI — In commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional HVAC design, it is critical for design contractors and engineers to perform a load calculation. Not only is it important for ...

Based on the 2020 National Electrical Code. Part 1 of this two-part series taught you how to calculate branch-circuit loads. Now let's review how to perform feeder and service load calculations.

The NEC requirements for branch-circuit load calculations are in Art. 220, Part II. These cover three classifications of loads: Lighting loads for specified occupancies (220.12) Other loads for all ...

Using load calculations to identify the proper sized equipment can help build trust with your homeowners and differentiate your business for its competitors. This week, Drew Cameron introduces an HVAC ...

Not long ago a residential load calculation — also known as a heat loss calculation or a load calc — was something you had the luxury of skipping. There was a good reason for avoiding it. It was ...