Past Events 2019-2020
June 2020 - YEA Social Event
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May 2020 - YEA Social Event
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April 2020 - Centrifugal vs. Coalescing Separation
March 2020 - Industrial Cooling with 2-Stage Evaporative Cooling
NOTE: The in person meetings have been canceled and we will migrate to an online webinar option at 3PM EDT (2PM CDT) on March 19th. In order to receive the PDH, you must register on the form at the bottom of this page. The information for joining the webinar is located after the abstract.Dave Binz
Director of Engineering
Cambridge Air Solutions
Cooling Facilities with High Process Air Load Requirements
Industrial Cooling with 2-Stage Evaporative Cooling
Cambridge Air Solutions
Cooling Facilities with High Process Air Load Requirements
Industrial Cooling with 2-Stage Evaporative Cooling
March Meeting:
This month we are happy to host Dave Binz of Cambridge Air Solutions.Dave Binz is the Director of Engineering of Cambridge Air Solutions out of St. Louis, Missouri.
Dave Binz has been a national advocate for energy efficiency, indoor air quality and safety through advancing codes and standards within ASHRAE, AHRI, CSA, and other national trade organizations.
Abstract:
When facility leaders desire to improve working conditions for hard working people in manufacturing and industrial facilities but struggle to address hot summer temperatures and losses in productivity, 2 stage evaporative cooling technologies offer leaders real temperature relief, lower operational costs structures versus mechanical cooling and positive productivity impact.Learn how:
- The hidden costs of insufficient cooling and ventilation tempering in industrial facilities
- Evaporative cooling addresses IAQ safety issues associated with extreme heat environments
- Both Direct and Indirect evaporative cooling technologies are energy efficient solutions for
- tempered cooling of high bay facilities
- Evaporative cooling technologies provide the lowest cost of operation when facilities need
- tempered cooling coupled with large exhaust requirements
Lunch Meeting - March 19 ** IN PERSON LUNCH IS CANCELED ** | Dinner Meeting - March 19 ** IN PERSON LUNCH IS CANCELED ** |
February 2020 - Mentoring Our Future
Douglas F. Zentz
ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Associate Professor – HVACR Program Coordinator
School of Built Environment
College of Engineering Technology
Ferris State University
ASHRAE Region V Director and Regional Chair
Associate Professor – HVACR Program Coordinator
School of Built Environment
College of Engineering Technology
Ferris State University
ASHRAE Region V Director and Regional Chair
Sustaining ASHRAE Through Leadership, Mentoring Our Future
Douglas F. Zentz, Associate Professor, is in the HVACR Programs within the College of Engineering Technology at Ferris State University and past HVAC Program Coordinator. He received his Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University in 1980 and his Master degree in Career and Technical Education from Ferris State University in 2007. He is a past President of West Michigan ASHRAE, a past RVC of Student Activities for Region V, past Chair for Student Activities within ASHRAE, and past Regional Members Council Representative for Region V. He is currently the Director and Regional Chair for Region V of ASHRAE. He has been a DL (Distinguished Lecturer) for ASHRAE since 2012
Abstract:
This presentation will examine “what is leadership”, “why ASHRAE needs leadership”, “why it is our responsibility to grow leadership within our local chapters”, and “how do you mentor generation Y into leaders”. The mentoring process is critical to this success and this presentation includes the elements of generation Y such to explain how these generations think, what their values are, and what makes them tick. In doing so the older generations (current leaders in most situations) can understand “how” to motivate and mentor generation Y into future leaders for ASHRAE and the HVACR industry.
Lunch Meeting - February 20 Cost: $17 (includes lunch) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in: 11:30 am - Noon EDT Lunch/Program: Noon - 1:00 pm EDT Tippecanoe Place 620 W. Washington St. South Bend, IN 574-234-9077 https://www.tippe.com/ | Dinner Meeting - February 20 Professional Cost: $20 (includes dinner) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in: 5:30 pm - 6:00 CDT Dinner/Program: 6:00 - 8:00 pm CDT DOC's Smokehouse and Craft Bar 1420 B Calumet Ave Dyer, IN 46311 219-262-3627 https://www.docsbbq.net/dyer-in/bbq-menu |
January 2020 - Chilled Water Systems
Mick Schwedler
PE, FASHRAE, LEED AP(BD+C)
ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Applications Engineer, Trane
Applications Engineer, Trane
Biography:
Mick has been involved in the development and support of HVAC systems for Trane since 1982. As an applications engineer his areas of expertise include system optimization (in which he holds patents) and chilled water and water source heat pump system design. He has presented technical information to tens of thousands of engineers through his company’s educational series, ASHRAE webcasts and many local ASHRAE Chapter programs. Prior to his work with Trane, Mick received his MSME from the University of Wisconsin Solar Energy Laboratory and BSME from Northwestern University.
Mick serves as a Treasurer on the ASHRAE Board of Directors and is also an ASHRAE Fellow, recipient of ASHRAE’s Exceptional Service, Distinguished Service, and Standards Achievement Awards, was Chair of SSPC 90.1-2010, and also Chair of the Advanced Energy Design Guide Steering Committee.
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Lunch Topic: Upgrading Existing Chilled Water SystemsLunch Meeting - January 23
Cost: $17 (includes lunch) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in: 11:30 am - Noon EDT Lunch/Program: Noon - 1:30 pm EDT Tippecanoe Place 620 W. Washington St. South Bend, IN 574-234-9077 Existing chilled water systems provide the capability to cool buildings efficiently. Yet there are often ways that these existing systems can be upgraded and improved to increase efficiency, better serve building occupants and use existing infrastructure to keep projects cost effective. This presentation:
Recommended audience: Facilities managers, consulting engineers, contractors, and students. | Dinner Topic: Chilled Water Systems for YEA Members: What the Baby Boomers and Gen Xers Have Done WRONG!!!Dinner Meeting - January 23 Professional Cost: $20 (includes dinner) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in: 5:30 pm - 6:00 CDT Dinner/Program: 6:00 - 8:00 pm CDT DOC's Smokehouse and Craft Bar 1420 B Calumet Ave Dyer, IN 46311 219-262-3627 Mistakes lead to “experience” – that is, knowing what you never want to have happen to you again. It’s a lot less painful to learn from other people’s “experience.” This seminar, originally presented at an ASHRAE annual conference, covers common chilled water system mistakes; and more importantly how to avoid or mitigate them. Chilled water systems covered include new, retrofit, conversion/addition, and replacement. In addition, control options are also discussed. Whether novice or experienced, come shake your head, laugh a bit, and learn together. Recommended audience: Students, consulting engineers, contractors, facilities managers, and anybody else who wants to learn from others’ mistakes! |
November 2019 - System Effect
Mark Terzigni Director of Engineering SMACNA System Effect Ever wonder why a particular system does not perform as expected? In many cases the under-performance is due to system effect. Learn how various inlet and outlet conditions affect fan and overall system performance. Witness a demonstration varying from ideal to worst case scenarios on an operating fan with liver performance measurements. If there was ever a case for more space in a mechanical room, this is it. Bio: As Director of Engineering, Mark Terzigni oversees the development of SMACNA's technical manuals and applications ("Apps"). Other responsibilities include creating and maintaining relationships with industry organizations, representing SMACNA at those organizations, developing technical webinars, CEU/PDH courses, and other educational programs for organizations such as ICC, ASHRAE, AIA, AHR Expo, and SMACNA. Industry Involvement:
Prior to joining SMACNA, Mark was a Technical Service Engineer for McGill AirFlow, addressing technical issues regarding duct construction, design, sound attenuation, and leak testing. Prior to his role as Technical Service Engineer, Mark was a Sales Engineer for McGill. Mr. Terzigni graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Dinner Meeting - November 21 Professional Cost: $30 (includes dinner) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in and cocktails: 5:00 pm - 5:30 CDT Dinner/Program: 5:30 - 8:00 pm CDT Blue Chip Casino 777 Blue Chip Dr Michigan City, IN 46360 219-876-7711 https://www.bluechipcasino.com/ Step 1: Register by submitting the form below Step 2: Pay for Registration (pre-pay is optional, you may pay at the meeting) If you don't see the PayPal box appear immediately, please wait a few seconds. We have reports of the box taking a long time to load. If it never loads, try using another web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.) |
October 2019 - Karine Leblanc
Karine Leblanc
Sales Engineer
US Air Conditioning Distributors
Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
Abstract:
“Only One Thing Stands Between You and Success. It Isn’t Experience. It Isn’t Talent.” ~John Maxwell
World-renowned leadership expert John C. Maxwell says if you want to succeed, you must learn how to connect with people. And while it may seem like some folks are just born with it, the fact is anyone can learn how to make every communication an opportunity for a powerful connection. In Everyone Communicates, Few Connect, I will share the Five Principles and Five Practices to develop the crucial skill of connecting, including:
- Finding Common Ground
- Keeping Your Communication Simple
- Capturing People’s Interest
- Inspiring People
- Staying Authentic in all Your Relationships
The ability to connect with others is a major determining factor in reaching your full potential. It’s no secret! Connecting is a skill you can learn and apply in your personal, professional, and family relationships
Bio:
Karine Leblanc received her Bachelor degree in Mechanical engineering from Ecole de Technologie Superieure, a public engineering school in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, who was founded in 1974 and that is part of the University of Quebec. She was awarded an honorary medal as part of the 50th anniversary of the University of Quebec for her exceptional contribution to the institution.
Karine has been working as an HVAC sales engineer for US Air Conditioning Distributors since 2001 and has been an active member of ASHRAE since she was a student.
Karine has served on the ASHRAE Society Board of Director from 2014-2017 and became the first female Region X Director Regional Chair since 1959. In 2009-2010, she was the 2nd female and youngest President of the chapter of Southern California which was founded in 1930.
She has received the Louise & Bill Holladay chapter Distinguished service award, the Region X Director’s Cup award, the Regional Award of Merit and the Distinguished Service Award.
Lunch Meeting - October 17 Cost: $17 (includes lunch) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in: 11:30 am - Noon EDT Lunch/Program: Noon - 1:00 pm EDT Tippecanoe Place 620 W. Washington St. South Bend, IN 574-234-9077 https://www.tippe.com/ | Dinner Meeting - October 17 Professional Cost: $20 (includes dinner) Student Cost: Free for student chapter members! (sponsored by the chapter) Check-in: 5:30 pm - 6:00 CDT Dinner/Program: 6:00 - 8:00 pm CDT DOC's Smokehouse and Craft Bar 1420 B Calumet Ave Dyer, IN 46311 219-262-3627 https://www.docsbbq.net/dyer-in/bbq-menu |
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