April Chapter Meeting- "Electrical Know-how for Mechanical Engineers and Designers"
Please join us for April's Chapter Meeting on "Electrical Know-how for Mechanical Engineers and Designers" presented by Andrew Wilsey, PE from Quantum Engineering Co., P.C.
Within this presentation, Andrew will do an introduction to basic electrical concepts and demonstrate how they get applied to mechanical systems / HVAC equipment. This is essential to both Engineers and Designers as they specify projects that include motors, disconnect switches, starters, VFDs, etc. Having a basic understanding of electrical concepts and how they relate to the design and specification of HVAC and other mechanical equipment is important.
To register - click the link below to the event and follow the instructions:
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GET TO KNOW YOUR ASHRAE BOARD : APRILS MONTHLY INTERVIEW
Starting this ASHRAE year each month one of our many volunteers on our Northeast ASHRAE Board, who help make the Chapter what it is, will be interviewed. Not only will this give our other members an opportunity to get to know them better (especially while we have virtual meetings), but it will also give the opportunity to learn more about what each person is involved in within our Chapter. Learning about the positions within our Chapter Board is a great starting place to getting involved!
This months interview is with John Thomas, who is serves on our Board of Governors. The questions are the black underline, and his responses are in blue underneath.
1. What is your currently current role with our ASHRAE Chapter and what does that entail for responsibilities?
I’ve been serving on the Board of Governors for several years now. Primary responsibilities include attending BOG meetings regularly and providing feedback, opinions, and support on various topics during business meetings.
2. How long have you been in the industry / ASHRAE and what experiences do you have?
I’ve been in the HVAC business for over 10 years as a specialist in the application and design of hydronic systems and
equipment.
3. What do you enjoy doing in your space time?
Since the COVID pandemic, most of my early morning hours are spent either in my continually growing basement gym or running around the SUNY Albany loop, training for the return of the Spartan races. My evenings and weekends are spent with my wife Taiane and children Bella (7) and Xander (2).
4. What is your favorite thing about being involved in ASHRAE?
I’ve really enjoyed getting to know all of the current and past board members, as well as the regularly attending members
when we were able to have in person meetings. I anxiously await the return of “in person” meetings and some normalcy.
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April - Presidents Message
Hello Fellow ASHRAE Northeast Members,
As the good weather starts, we can open our windows and enjoy the good fresh air. Finally, we can turn off our heating/cooling equipment and rely on the outside air to provide comfort. Now is the time for the systems with airside economizer to provide comfort without affecting the environment. It is really important to design the HVAC system with an airside economizer whenever possible not only to comply with code but also to get the benefit from the good weather during this swing seasons.
Update on our chapter:
- The nominating committee has finalized the list of the nominees for 2021-2022 Northeast Chapter BOG. Look for the link for the form to vote for nominees on our website and on your email.
- In May 2021, we will have our virtual refrigeration tour to the York Chiller factory. Look for more details soon on our website.
- Our new website will be launched soon. Look for the detail on the transition to the new website soon.
As always, we are looking for volunteers to join our board and to join the different committees we have:
- Refrigeration Committee
- Research Promotion committee
- Award & Honor Committee
- Program committee
- Membership Promotion
- Governmental Affair
- Sustainability Committee
If you are interested to join any of these committees or you want to get more information about them, please email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
I wish you all to stay safe.
Ramy Girgis, PE
President 2020-2021
ASHRAE Northeast Chapter
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Membership Promotion - Welcome New Members!
New Member Welcome!
On behalf of everyone at ASHRAE, Northeast please help us in welcoming the newest members of our Chapter!
- Lina Kohandoust
- Thomas Riggi
We are always looking for new members to grow our community. If any current members of the ASHRAE Northeast chapter are looking to get more involved with the operations of the chapter, the BOG, or just looking to lend a helping hand, we are always looking for volunteers. Please reach out to Jason Filler (Membership Promotion Chair at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for any info on how you can get involved with ASHRAE Northeast!
For members that are experiencing a hardship case due to COVID-19 and can no longer afford to pay for their membership, these members can contact ASHRAE directly to state their case and discuss adjustments to their dues.
Thank you,
Jason Filler
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