AMCA Announces the Revision of ANSI/AMCA Standard 205

Press Release Summary:

Air Movement and Control Association has revised ANSI/AMCA Standard 205, Energy Efficiency Classification for Fans. The updates inlcude changes of content in Section 7 from normative to informative that enable selective adoption by code authorities, refined definitions, more concise wording, and improved normative language, updated references and recognition of the importance of pressure in fan selection.


Original Press Release:

AMCA Revises Standard 205, Energy Efficiency Classification for Fans

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., June 3, 2019—Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the revision of ANSI/AMCA Standard 205, Energy Efficiency Classification for Fans.

Changes in ANSI/AMCA Standard 205-19 include:

  • Refined definitions, more concise wording, and improved normative language.
  • Updated references.
  • An additional fan example for better illustration.
  • The changing of the content in Section 7 from normative to informative to enable selective adoption by code authorities.
  • Recognition of the importance of pressure in fan selection.
  • Corrected example problem in Section 7.

The cost of ANSI/AMCA Standard 205-19 is $45 for members and $90 for non-members. To purchase, visit AMCA’s online store or click here.

About AMCA International

Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. is a not-for-profit association of manufacturers of fans, dampers, louvers, air curtains, and other air-system components for commercial HVAC, industrial-process, and power-generation applications. With programs such as certified ratings, laboratory accreditation, verification of compliance, and international standards development, the association's mission is to advance the knowledge of air systems and uphold industry integrity on behalf of AMCA members worldwide. For more information about AMCA, visit www.amca.org.

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