Session Overview
Large heat pumps play a crucial role in modern HVAC systems, but controlling them effectively presents unique challenges. This session dives into common control failures, their consequences, and how to avoid them. Through real-world case studies, we’ll explore how proper commissioning and advanced controls can turn setbacks into successes. Attendees will also gain insights into adapting to the rapidly changing landscape of equipment electrification and staying ahead of this critical paradigm shift.
Key Topic Discussion Points:
- Examining frequent failures in controlling large heat pumps, their impact, and strategies for prevention.
- Case studies highlighting the role of commissioning and controls in both setbacks and successes.
- Adapting to the evolving landscape of equipment electrification and navigating this paradigm shift effectively.
Brad White, President, SES Consulting
Brad is a contributing editor for AutomatedBuildings.com and the president of SES Consulting. SES offers a broad range of expertise through our diverse experience in construction implementation, cost analysis, HVAC systems, building automation, smart building systems, data analytics, and sustainability services.
Dan Gentry, Applications Engineer, Trane Technologies
Dan Gentry is an Applications Engineer in La Crosse, WI. He joined Trane in 2018 after 8 years at another local WI based chiller manufacturer. Dan first interned at Trane in the Technology Lab where he worked in the acoustic lab while attending school through 2008. His areas of expertise revolve around chiller plants, heat recovery and heat pump systems and their reliable and efficient design and operation.
He graduated from Ferris State University in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in HVAC Engineering Technology and is an active member of ASHRAE.
Dan enjoys spending time with his family on the Mississippi river and relaxing time at the family cabin in the UP.
Mihir Nandkeolyar, Technology Strategy, Data Center Chiller Products, Johnson Controls
Mihir Nandkeolyar is the Technology Strategy Manager for Chiller Products within Johnson Controls, focusing on the Data Center Vertical. In prior roles at JCI, he has served as the Heat Pump and Chiller Portfolio Manager for the Northern US region, and lead Chiller Applications Engineering teams for both North America and the Middle East. He has been with Johnson Controls for 12 years primarily in the chiller product team. Mihir is an ASHRAE member and co-author of the ASHRAE position document on Climate Change.
Dan enjoys spending time with his family on the Mississippi river and relaxing time at the family cabin in the UP.
