Date: Monday, November 18, 2024
Time: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Session 1, 11am-12pm
Session 2, 12pm-1pm
Where: Cheshire Inn, 7036 Clayton Rd, Richmond Heights, MO 63117
PARKING – Out front at the Cheshire or in the underground Cheshire Garage
REGISTER
Registration for in-person attendance will close on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4pm in order to provide the venue with an accurate lunch headcount. Registration for virtual attendance will close on Friday, November 15.
FEE Free for ASHRAE St. Louis Members, $25 for Non-members
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Noise and Vibration in HVAC
Topic Summary:
• Sound Power vs Sound Pressure
• Airborne, Structure-borne, Ambient noise
• dB vs dBA
• NC curves/levels & Indoor criteria’s
• Isolation/Vibration
• STC classifications & NRC ratings
• Octave Band Frequency Overview (1/1 vs 1/3)
• Outdoor noise ordinances
• Best practices for RTU & chiller noise control from start to finish
• Real world applications/case studies
SPEAKER
Mark Stephens
Mark Stephens, Mid-West Regional Sales Manager of BRD Noise and Vibration Control, Inc.
Mark attended Columbia College, within the computer information systems program, but has actively worked in the mechanical HVAC industry for the past 15+ years.
He started in the industry as a CAD designer for mechanical designs and layout. From there he transitioned into various roles, inside sales management, engineering lab testing assistant, various outside sales roles focusing on mechanical product presentations including hydronic coils, electrical heat controls, energy recovery, communication protocols, building automation, IAQ ventilation technology, and both industrial and commercial noise control.
Mark has worked extensively to aid such prominent design projects as Northwestern University, Lucas Oil Stadium, Vanderbilt Medical Center, Siemens, as well as a long list of HVAC OEMs in designing and manufacturing long-term engineered noise control solutions.
In the fall of 2014, Mark joined the BRD team with heavy emphasis within their HVAC Division to focus on developing proven solutions for recurring noise problems. BRD is a recognized leader in the field of noise reduction systems for air cooled and liquid chillers and for curb mounted rooftop packaged air conditioning equipment.
BRD is a frequent presenter at ASHRAE Chapter meetings.
