Energy performance standards regarding air infiltration of buildings in Switzerland.

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Brunner C U.
air change rate, air tightness, thermal comfort, energy conservation, instrumentation, occupancy effects, standard
Year:
1984
Bibliographic info:
5th AIVC Conference "The implementation and effectiveness of air infiltration standards in buildings" Nevada, US, 1-4 October 1984

The Swiss performance standard for energy conservation in buildings SIA 380/1 is explained. This standard leaves air infiltration and other detail decisions to planners if minimum performance levels are met. Calculation procedures for heat balances based on a standard occupancy are described. Tools to achieve optimum space heating and ventilation rates are explained. Instrumentation for checking the thermal performance of the house in operation is defined.

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