Chapter Program
2026-2027 Chair:
Joshua McDonough, PE
The ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter is pleased to welcome Joshua McDonough as Chapter Programs Chair. Joshua previously served in this role during the 2019–2020 chapter year and again from 2022–2025, bringing valuable experience and leadership to the position.
As Chapter Programs Chair, Joshua is committed to delivering engaging and relevant programs that provide value to members across the HVAC&R industry. His focus is centered on supporting John Fuller’s presidential initiative emphasizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and the advancement of innovative building solutions. Through thoughtfully planned technical sessions, networking opportunities, and educational programming, Joshua aims to continue fostering professional growth and industry collaboration within the Hawaii Chapter.
May 2016 Chapter Meeting
May 12, 2016
4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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The Plaza Club
900 Fort Street Mall, 20th Flr
Honoululu, HI 96813
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Come join us for the May monthly meeting of the ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter
Meeting Agenda
Board of Governors - 4:30
Registration - 5:30
Technical Presentation - 6:00
Dinner - 7:00
Main Program - 7:3
Adjournment - 9:00
Technical Presentation
Topic: Do's and Don'ts, Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB)
Presnter: Carey Tomasa, Air Balance Hawaii
Synopsis: TAB is critical to achieve proper operation of an HVAC system. The TAB technicians face numerous challenges in trying to achieve the air flows specified by the designer while working with the ductwork and materials installed by the construction contractor. Audience will learn about the obstacles that the TAB technicians encounter as they perform TAB and what effects it has on the final results.
Main Program
Topic: UH Manoa Student's Presentation: 2-Story Government Office Building in Bejing, China
Student Presenters: Earl L. Cox III, John K. Humel, Cody J. Ichimura, & William L. Lewis III
Synopsis: Discussion on UHM student's design project "HVAC System Selection and Design - Two Story Government Office Building in Beijing, China." The students focused on designing the HVAC system around numerous factors, such as environment conditions, design criteria, system sizing, and ASHRAE standard compliance, outlined to them by the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR).
Tickets
$45.00 Member Registration
$55.00 after 5:00 pm May 11
$50.00 Non-Member Registration
$55.00 after 5:00 pm May 11
$0.00 Student Registration
Future Meetings
Women in Engineering & Construction (ASHRAE x HISHE)
Coconut Club at The Twin Fin
2570 Kalakaua Avenue
Women in Engineering and Construction: Talk Story Panel & Pau Hana, presented by HISHE and Women in ASHRAE. Register on HISHE's website
2026-2027 Officers and BOG Installation Banquet
Honolulu Country Club
1690 Ala Puumalu Street
Honolulu, HI 96819
It is time once again to install and welcome the incoming officers and Board of Governors of the ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter.
2026 ASHRAE CRC for Regions X and XI
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
2255 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hnlws-sheraton-waikiki-beach-resort/overview/
The Hawaii ASHRAE Chapter is proud to host the 2026 Chapters Regional Conference (CRC) for Regions X and XI.
Steady on the Throttle - Part Load Compressor Technologies and Applications
InSynergy Engineering Office
1001 Bishop Street, Suite 2500
Honolulu, HI 96813
There are many advantage of variable capacity compressors in both energy reduction and precision space temperature and humidity control.
IAQ in Airports
Insynergy Engineering Office
1001 Bishop Street, Suite 2500
Honolulu, HI 96813
Increasing awareness about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and IAQ related issues (human comfort, human health, increased litigation) have caused many building codes and standards to address the real needs of occupants.
Wine & Dine : Vendor & Product Trade Show
The Tchin Tchin! Bar
39 N Hotel Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
39th Annual ASHRAE Golf Tournament - 2027
Hawaii Prince Golf Club
91-1200 Fort Weaver Road
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
