Cultivation Building & Systems Design - is a unique book providing a crash course with many lessons learned from designing over 2 MILLION SQUARE FEET of cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution, extraction, and testing facilities. You will learn the "why and how" that leads to the "what". After reading this book you will be more informed as the authors explore what makes a good and functional facility, the "why and how" of good HVAC equipment, along with an understanding of what to look for when selecting an ...
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Cultivation Building & Systems Design - is a unique book providing a crash course with many lessons learned from designing over 2 MILLION SQUARE FEET of cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution, extraction, and testing facilities. You will learn the "why and how" that leads to the "what". After reading this book you will be more informed as the authors explore what makes a good and functional facility, the "why and how" of good HVAC equipment, along with an understanding of what to look for when selecting an equipment manufacturer. The authors of the book are principals at one of the industry's top cannabis design firms. The book covers more than the basics; you will learn from real life examples, how-to's, along with a deep dive into the most misunderstood topic in the industry - mechanical systems. The book covers the following topics and more: Architecture - Phasing, site planning, space planning and programming, how-to program your building, & building evaluations Structural Systems - Building evaluations and what to look for when selecting your building Mechanical Systems - The basics, dehumidification, substrate, cannabis HVAC equipment - packaged vs. centralized, and cannabis psychrometrics Plumbing Systems - Understanding plumbing systems applicable to cultivation Electrical Systems - What's needed? Power upgrades and lighting Submittals - An overview of what's required No matter what your experience and background; you will be more informed and empowered to take on the emerging industry!
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