MEP Learnings Community Meetup Recap
The February edition of the MEP Learnings Community Meetup brought together a strong group of professionals focused on learning, exchanging insights, and building valuable connections in the industry. The evening featured focused technical sessions, live problem-solving, and a confidence-building activity aimed at personal development.
Event Highlights
Pumps and Their Applications
Presenter: Junaid Khan
With over 11 years of field and design experience, Junaid delivered an insightful session covering:
- Classification and types of pumps used in HVAC, plumbing, and firefighting
- Practical guidelines for pump selection
- System design considerations and real-site application insights
His presentation helped attendees sharpen their understanding of how pump selection directly impacts system performance and lifecycle efficiency.
District Cooling Systems – The Future of Sustainability or a Costly Gamble?
Speaker: Sameer Hussain
Sameer’s session examined the larger picture of district cooling in the UAE market. He introduced the widely recognized 3 C's of the construction industry, Client, Consultant, and Contractor, while highlighting a crucial fourth C: Country. His discussion explored:
- How district cooling aligns with national sustainability targets
- Mechanical space optimization for consultants
- Lifecycle costs vs. upfront investment
- Coordination advantages for stakeholders
Sameer shares how District Cooling transforms the stakeholder equation and long-term project strategy.
Real-Time Problem Solving
The open floor session invited participants to share real design, site, and maintenance challenges. Engineers discussed:
- Conflicts between MEP and architectural layouts
- Handling last-minute authority revisions
- Coordinating MEP services in limited ceiling space
This spontaneous segment promoted critical thinking, group problem-solving, and cross-functional knowledge sharing.
Key Takeaways
- Practical understanding of pump systems and applications
- Strategic outlook on district cooling and its relevance in the UAE
- Valuable site-based insights from peer discussion
- Confidence-building through structured soft skill activities
- Growing a strong, collaborative network within the MEP industry
Looking Ahead
The upcoming meetup in April promises to be larger and even more value driven. Plans are underway to introduce new technical topics, case studies, and advanced-level discussions.
