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Author: Luis Escobar

Luis Escobar is a technical services engineer with ACCA. Reach him at luis.escobar@acca.org or 703-824-8870.

Duct Gauge, Locking Caps, Flex Duct, And Mechanical Ventilation

Luis Escobar explains what’s coming in terms of building codes and why you need to get involved.

Why Do I Have To Do It Like That?

Do you ever wonder how codes are made and implemented? ACCA’s Luis Escobar explains the process.

Winter Is Coming…How Will You Maintain?

Maintenance is a great way to keep your team busy all year round. ACCA’s Luis Escobar shares how ACCA’s QM standard can help.

ACCA 12 QH Is THE Home Performance Standard

Wondering what ACCA’s QH Standard is? Here is an explanation of it and how it helps you and your customers.

Evolving Industry, Revised Standard

As technology changes, so must the standards. This article lays out what changes ACCA’s Manual S has undergone to make meet the standards of newer technology.

Definitive Design: ACCA’s Manual D Revised

Properly designing duct systems will create a better performing system that creates a comfortable environment. Learn about recent changes to Manual D.

What Are Your Standards?

During ACCA 2013 this February, I was scheduled to make a presentation focused on the revision efforts of the ANSI/ACCA […]

A Case Of Commercial Requirements Being Applied In Residential Applications

In 2007, a code change proposal to the International Mechanical Code (IMC) passed the code hearings with little objection (or […]

Tips from Three ENERGY STAR Raters

ACCA has conducted various interviews with other ENERGY STAR stakeholders in order to offer different perspectives and potential areas for […]

Encapsulated Attics Guidance For HVAC Designers

Encapsulated attics are becoming more and more popular in new home construction and among homeowners looking to improve the energy […]

Putting the Q in QA

The EPA’s ENERGY STAR for New Homes Program helps homebuyers distinguish between newly-constructed homes that deliver superior energy efficiency and homes of standard construction.

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