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NC-2009 IEQp1:Minimum IAQ Performance

Natural vs. Mechanical Ventilation for Warehouse

We are currently working on a warehouse project, where each level is 'naturally ventilated' according to the local code (in Singapore); there are more than 5% openings, but the floor plate is very deep, meaning more than 100m. I really doubt that this can be considered a naturally ventilated space as per ASHRAE 62.1, even by engineering calculations. I have 2 questions: 1. If we were to try and demonstrate the design is efficient for natural ventilation, what kind of submission/calculations should we show in this case? If we conduct a CFD, are we supposed to prove fresh air rates usually achieved through mechanical ventilation are achieved through natural? 2. The mechanical engineer wants to provide fresh air fans with a long throw range, to avoid ducting. Would that be acceptable to provide the fresh air requirements? Will there need to be a CFD backing up the fact that wall mounted fresh air fans manage to renew the air adequately in all spaces of the warehouse? Thanks in advance for your answers.

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Mon, 03/11/2013 - 13:47

Hi Jean. Did you find out if you are going to need a CFD analysis? I have a similar project in Brazil that uses a stack effect and openings on the roof to provide 20 ACH. Wondering if I would need a CFD also to prove the air changes.

Tue, 03/26/2013 - 08:04

Hi Rudolph, I am still not sure about this... Keep us in touch if you find something out. Thanks.

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