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Apr 25, 2026

AHU Sizing Guide � How to Calculate Airflow, Coil Capacity and Fan Power | MEPMate

Learn how to size an Air Handling Unit (AHU) step by step. Calculate supply airflow, cooling coil capacity, chilled water flow, and fan power for commercial HVAC systems.

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Apr 25, 2026

Cable Sizing as per IS 732 � Current Capacity and Voltage Drop Method | MEPMate

Learn how to size LV cables per IS 732 by checking both current carrying capacity and voltage drop simultaneously. Includes derating factors, worked example, and free calculator.

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Apr 25, 2026

Fire Sprinkler System Design � Water Demand and Tank Sizing | MEPMate

Learn how to design a fire sprinkler system and calculate water demand, flow rate, and fire water tank size as per NBC and IS 15105. Free online calculator included.

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Apr 25, 2026

How to Size a Diesel Generator for a Commercial Building | MEPMate

Complete guide to diesel generator sizing for commercial buildings. Learn load categorization, diversity factor, power factor, step-load, and use our free generator sizing calculator.

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Apr 25, 2026

How to Calculate Duct Size for HVAC Systems

Learn how to calculate duct size for HVAC systems using the equal friction and velocity methods. Step-by-step guide included for MEP engineers.

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Apr 25, 2026

HVAC Heat Load Calculation Explained � Manual vs Rule of Thumb | MEPMate

Learn how to calculate HVAC heat load for buildings. Covers sensible and latent heat, thumb rules vs manual method, and free online heat load calculator.

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Apr 25, 2026

Power Factor Correction � How to Size Capacitor Banks | MEPMate

Learn how power factor correction works and how to size capacitor banks for industrial and commercial electrical systems. Includes formula, worked example, and free calculator.

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Apr 25, 2026

How to Calculate Pump Head for Building Water Supply Systems | MEPMate

Step-by-step guide to calculating pump head for building water supply systems. Covers static head, friction losses, velocity head, and worked example with free pump calculator.

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Apr 25, 2026

UPS Sizing for Data Centres and Critical Loads � A Practical Guide | MEPMate

Learn how to size a UPS for data centres, hospitals, and critical electrical loads. Covers kVA calculation, battery backup time, redundancy, and free UPS sizing calculator.

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Apr 25, 2026

Voltage Drop Calculation as per IS 732 � Step-by-Step Guide | MEPMate

Learn how to calculate voltage drop in LV cables as per IS 732. Includes formulas, worked examples for single-phase and three-phase circuits, and free calculator.

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