Wind Engineering

Pedestrian Comfort

Air Quality

Exhaust Stack & Air
Intake Solutions

Sun / Shade / Glare

Snow Engineering

Ventilation

Noise, Acoustics & Vibration

Hazard & Risk

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Regional Airshed Modeling

Regulatory Permitting

Stack & Field Testing

Laboratory Services

Master Planning

Sustainable Design

Protective Ventilation

Projects

 Boston Convention and Exhibition Center

Boston's new center features a long span arched roof with overhangs over entrance areas.  Concerns were related to loading and ventilation.

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Services Provided

Roof Snow Loading

Wind loading

Ventilation

  • Assessed throw trajectory of the diffusers
  • Assessed jet alignment versus staggered options
  • Assessed role of supply air temperature in thermal comfort of occupants