Tailored Cleaning Schedule: Every property is different, even with the same equipment. It is important to understand the key factors to determine what is the optimum schedule for your equipment's maintenance.
Staged/Staggered Start: Morning startup for a facility is a major energy usage spike for every facility. These spikes have a lot of influence on the properties billing rates. By understanding how to stage your HVAC equipment to optimize for keeping these spike down, the operating costs can be minimized.
Building Air Pressure: Air flow and fresh air are key parts to having a healthy and ventilated building. This managed improperly can quickly lead to major energy and comfort costs in the heat of summer.
Variable Condenser Water Setpoints: Plants with centrifugal chillers have a great advantage in BTU per KW. This benefit can be severely crippled with poor condenser water setpoint practices. We will discuss the theories out there and how to maximize efficiency and equipment life with a single setpoint.
By combining these 4 factors together into a tailored solution, maintenance and energy costs are maximized for sustainability.
With over a decade in the HVAC industry, Holden Shamburger specializes in chillers and VRF systems. Starting in residential and light commercial work, he transitioned to heavy commercial service while in trade school. Passionate about training the next generation, he founded Chiller Academy, an online platform dedicated to HVAC education, and HVACTIME, providing industry insights and resources.
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Synopsis: This presentation is designed to give building engineers a clear, practical understanding of three key plumbing systems: grease traps, sand & oil separators, and sewage ejection pumps. We will cover their function, proper sizing, code compliance, and common installation challenges. By building foundational plumbing knowledge around these systems, engineers can make more informed design decisions that prevent failures and ensure long-term system performance.
Presenters:
Kevin Alsobrooks
Owner, JBS Plumbing Services
With 32 years of experience in commercial plumbing, Kevin Alsobrooks is the trusted leader behind JBS Plumbing Services. His career has been defined by a commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in the relationships he builds with clients. For Kevin, the greatest reward is the trust placed in him to care for the buildings and projects that matter most to others. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys spending quality time with his family, hitting the golf course (even if his scorecard lives in the high 90s), and occasionally trying his luck at the tables.
With 21 years in commercial plumbing, Seth Alsobrooks serves as the Operations Manager for JBS Plumbing Services in Austin. He is known for his steady leadership, strong client relationships, and commitment to being a dependable resource—especially when clients need support the most. Outside of work, Seth is active in his church, enjoys gaming, and is a dedicated backyard pitmaster. A true BBQ connoisseur, he’s always chasing the perfect smoke ring.
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