The main goal of the project will be to perform a field assessment to characterize the efficiency benefits of the 75F DAB solution. Target customer should be small commercial (office and/or restaurant) in a climate zone representative of median conditions within SCE territory. Features this...

This laboratory evaluation is aimed at understanding the performance of LED A-19 replacement lamps. The lamps will be tested for light output, color consistency, energy use and overall...

Evaluate an Evaporator Fan Delay controller for air conditioning...

The Solar Decathlon is a DOE-sponsored international competition which challenges collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar powered houses that are cost-effective and energy-efficient. These competition homes are highly visible and typically see more than a quarter of a million visitors....

Refrigerated chef bases are found in almost all commercial kitchens. These devices are equipment stands with refrigerated compartments underneath for quick and easy access to various refrigerated products. The tabletops are designed to support heavy and/or hot cooking equipment while still...

To test the performance of Electrochromic/Smart Tint Windows, A test apparatus box will be made to simulate a space. Using a spectrometer and simulated light (Halogen light) to capture the wavelengths. This will help determine whether or not the window film will block out any infrared radiation....

Field demonstration of Indoor Horticulture Lighting system (HID to...

This project involves Lab testing a total of 5 Deck ovens to ASTM standard F1965. ASTM standard F1965 measures preheat energy, idle energy, and heavy load cooking energy efficiency. Testing will be performed at the Foodservice Technology Center,...

Field evaluation of vacuum sealing/packaging machines for use in grocery stores to develop a customized solution. Rather than leaving the heating element on continuously, the new unit activates the heating element used to seal packages only when the machine is in...

The purpose of this project is to field-assess a Roof Top Units (RTU) retrofit technology that combines evaporative pre-cooling of AC unit condenser air with sensible pre-cooling of outside air. Assessment will study installation and operation issues, water consumption, peak kW reduction and kWh...