ACCA is going all out for the 2012 Conference and Indoor Air Expo. And one of the new additions to the program is the House of Pressure Theater in the expo.
The ACCA House of Pressure Theater, which is presented by Comfort Institute, visually demonstrates pressure and air flow dynamics within a residence, using pressure diagnostics. It is a model of a single-family home, made of a clear, high-strength Lexan. The interior of the House can be viewed from all four sides. It gives the presenter the ability to create and control air flow with working scale reproductions of the mechanical air distribution systems that are found in most homes.
The House features an operable forced air duct system with adjustable duct leakage and closable interior doors. It also includes a clothes dryer, bathroom fan, fireplace, and water heater. There are smoke generators in the water heater and the fireplace to demonstrate the dangers of back-drafting and a smoke generator in an exhaust pipe in the garage to show the danger of CO infiltration from a garage into conditioned space.
ACCA Pressure House Theater Sessions:
We Still Have Dust!
Attend this session and learn little known facts about dust sources, settling rates, and how duct leakage and closing interior doors often create negative pressures that pull contaminated air in from attics and other dirty spaces. The “House of Pressure” will be used to demonstrate the effects on building pressure from a variety of mechanical systems. You will learn about new products and services progressive ACCA members across the nation are now selling to reduce callbacks, and increase customer satisfaction & profits.
We Still Have High Utility Bills!
Attend this session and learn why the highest efficiency heating and cooling equipment is actually the most affected by pre-existing duct leakage and undersized ductwork. The “Duct Simulator” and the “House of Pressure” will be used to demonstrate how duct and envelope leakage often increases with variable speed fans and 2-stage equipment. You will learn why profitable duct renovations or replacement are become increasingly essential to ensure homeowners get the high efficiency and energy savings they are paying for. You will also learn other ways to help homeowners, who already have the highest efficiency equipment, save even more!
Oh Boy, New Toys!
Attend this session and get a management level introduction and short demonstration of the key test instruments now being used: the blower door, duct air-tightness tester, infra-red camera and airflow / pressure / combustion safety tools. You will have the opportunity after the presentation to gain some hands-on experience and gain more detailed knowledge if desired.
So, How Do We Make Money In Home Performance?
Not yet taken the plunge into Home Performance Contracting (HPC)? Attend this session to learn the most effective implementation strategies being followed by ACCA service/replacement contractors around the country. Come and gain insights into how others have done it so you won’t have to re-invent the wheel!
Each of these sessions will be repeated several times during the expo hours. Make sure you stop by the ACCA House of Pressure Theater to learn more about home performance and how your company can benefit from it.