Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is becoming a key mandate in current building design criteria. Though the "Green Building" concept is not new, LEED is becoming more viable and obtainable than in the past due to new technologies and designs. Many municipalities and government agencies are looking at LEED criteria for new energy efficiencies and building codes.

DMG North, Inc. has been creating innovative energy efficient solutions in the HVAC design industry for over 15 years. With our resources and experience, DMG North, Inc. can help you enhance your LEED project's potential for certification. DMG North, Inc. has HVAC solutions for even the most demanding LEED projects. From energy recovery to special equipment configurations, from high efficiency HVAC systems to LEED letter template format, DMG North, Inc. has the capabilities and experience to help every step of the way, from initial design to final commissioning.

Please review the information that follows. DMG North, Inc. is ready to assist with your LEED and HVAC requirements.

Ultra High Efficiency Evaporative Condensing Rooftop Packaged Units featuring options for the following LEED categories:

Water Efficiency
Energy and Atmosphere
Materials and Resources
Indoor Environmental Quality
Innovative Design Processes

DMG Value Add to Design Process

• Integration of LEED qualifying technologies and product process to qualify projects as “Green” and sustainable.
• Custom Engineered Solutions for HVAC applications.
• Provide documentation for LEED letter template submittals.
• Accurate first cost budgeting.
• Energy/Operating Cost analysis and payback.
• Installation/Start-Up/Commissioning. Coordination relative to HVAC system products.
• LEED Certified Professionals in both offices.

Energy and Atmosphere

• Evaporative Condensing
• High Efficiency Fan Motors
• Variable Frequency Drives
• Ultra High Efficiency Compressors
• DDC Controls
• Outside Air Monitoring
• Indirect/Direct Evaporative Cooling
• High Efficiency/Low Pressure Drop/Low Leakage Filter Systems
• Ultra Violet Light Systems
• Heat Recovery
  • Air/Air
  • Heat Pipe
  • Heat Wheel
  • Run Around Coil System

• HCFC Alternatives

• Air Flow Measurement Stations
• Air Quality Sensors
• Use of non-chemical water treatment option for evaporative condenser
• Allows for use of bleed-off and Sump Flush water for Landscape or other non-potable uses
  
  

Innovative Design Processes

• Non-Chemical Water Treatment Systems
• Acoustical Testing
• Performance Testing
• Leak Testing– Standard Low Leakage Unit Construction
• Direct Drive VS Belt Drive Fans
• Ultra High Efficiency Compressors

Materials and Resources

• Local/Regional Materials
• Recycled Content
  • Metals
  • Insulations

Indoor Environmental Quality

• Air Flow Measurement Stations

• Sealants
• Caulk
• Adhesives
• Paint
  

• Bleed Sensors for pressurization monitoring
  

• Equipment designed with multiple staging options to ensure tightest possible control
• Heating/Cooling/Humidification/Dehumidification

DMG North’s LEED Project Experience

• College of San Mateo
• Live Oak Library
• UC Merced Castle
• UC Merced Office and Classroom
• NAPA Sheriff’s Facility
• UC Davis Vet Med Instructional Facility
• Northern California Power Agency
• 543 Howard Street