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Phil Zito


Recent posts by Phil Zito

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BAM 047: What is IT and a look at IT networking

By Phil Zito on Feb 8, 2017 6:00:58 AM

In this episode, I take you with me on a journey into the world of information technology. One of the most requested topics is information technology and I understand why.

For most folks in the BAS world, IT is like a black art. Something that is full of acronyms, onery IT people, and miscommunication.

Or at least it used to be. Over the next four episodes, I am going to unpack the topic of information technology.

We are going to explore the four pillars of IT:

  • Networks
  • Compute
  • Databases
  • Cybersecurity

By the time you finish these episodes your knowledge of IT will have increased massively.

In this episode, I will be discussing:

  • What is IT
  • What are the main areas of IT
  • The fundamentals of networking
  • The two most common IT networking objections and how to deal with them

Thanks for Listening!

If you have a specific question, you can send me a voicemail or e-mail message at the Ask Phil Page.

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

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BAM 046: C02 control and other BAS concepts

By Phil Zito on Feb 1, 2017 6:00:53 AM

In this episode, I answer a question I got from a BAM nation subscriber around C02 control. I then proceed to dive deep into the core concepts around pressure, airflow, and heat transfer.

I look at these concepts from the perspective of a BAS professional and I share with you the valuable lessons I've learned working on some of the most complex BAS projects in the world.

By the time you finish this podcast episode you will have an understanding of:

  • How you can use a BAS to implement standards like ASHRAE 55 and 62.1
  • The effect of pressure and airflow on the performance of your building
  • How understanding the concept of heat transfer is critical to having a successful career in the building automation space

Thanks for Listening!

If you have a specific question, you can send me a voicemail or e-mail message at the Ask Phil Page.

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Topics: C02 control smart buildings Podcasts hvac
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BAM 045: A primer on Hydronic systems for BAS

By Phil Zito on Jan 25, 2017 6:00:47 AM

Hydronic systems, also known as waterside systems, are critical to the performance of a building.

In this episode, I will be discussing hydronic systems and the key points that a BAS professional needs to know about them. You will leave this podcast episode with a solid understanding of the role that a building automation system professional plays when it comes to hydronic systems.

In today's episode I will cover:

  • What hydronic systems are
  • How hydronic systems work
  • How hydronic systems are controlled

Thanks for Listening!

If you have a specific question, you can send me a voicemail or e-mail message at the Ask Phil Page.

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Topics: Podcasts hvac
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BAM 044: A deepdive into airside systems

By Phil Zito on Jan 18, 2017 6:00:15 AM

Airside systems can be confusing to folks who don't work on them every day. In this episode, I dive deep into what airside systems are and explore what the BAS professional needs to know.

In today's episode I will cover:

  • What airside systems are
  • How airside systems work
  • How airside systems are controlled

Thanks for Listening!

If you have a specific question, you can send me a voicemail or e-mail message at the Ask Phil Page.

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Topics: Podcasts hvac
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BAM 043: My plans for BAM In 2017

By Phil Zito on Jan 7, 2017 5:21:21 PM

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BAM 042: 3 things you need to know about DDC

By Phil Zito on Dec 19, 2016 6:00:34 AM

Hey folks, Phil Zito here, and we are one podcast away from closing up the year with a bang! In this week's podcast I discuss the topic of Direct Digital Controls (DDC).

In today's episode I will cover:

  • What direct digital controls are
  • How Direct Digital Controls revolutionized how we control our equipment
  • Why DDC systems were such a mind shift for folks
  • The next great mind shift that is coming with IP-based controls!

Thanks for Listening!

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Topics: smartbuildings Podcasts

BAMV002: What are electromechanical systems?

By Phil Zito on Dec 16, 2016 6:00:04 AM

And we're off! I'm so excited to be welcoming you to the second video in the Building Automation Monthly Video Cast!

Topics: smartbuildings Videocasts
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BAM 041: All you need to know about electromechanical controls

By Phil Zito on Dec 12, 2016 6:00:24 AM

In Episode 41 of the Building Automation Monthly Podcast, I discuss electromechanical controls. This podcast is going to teach you a ton about electromechanical controls and the important role the serve in the modern Building Automation System.

In today's episode I will cover:

  • What electromechanical controls are
  • The three kinds of electromechanical controls
  • Why electromechanical controls are still VERY relevant!

Thanks for Listening!

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Topics: smartbuildings Podcasts

BAMV001: What are pneumatics?

By Phil Zito on Dec 9, 2016 6:00:26 AM

Wow, how time flies! It's almost 2017 and I am proud to bring you the first ever Building Automation Monthly Videocast!

Topics: Building Automation System Videocasts
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BAM 040: What are Pneumatics and my book launch strategy

By Phil Zito on Dec 5, 2016 6:00:22 AM

In Episode 40 of the Building Automation Monthly Podcast, I handle a much-requested topic and that is the topic of pneumatics. I also dive into my book launch strategy and walk you through everything I did and why.

In today's episode I will cover:

  • What pneumatics are, how they work, and how to upgrade them
  • My entire book launch strategy (from how I created the book, marketed the book, and sold the book) 
  • My lessons learned from my first ever product launch

Thanks for Listening!

I'm glad to have you here, and I look forward to your feedback in the comments below.

Topics: smartbuildings Podcasts

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