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Simplified Pool Dehumidification

August 6, 2003
Installing dehumidification systems for natatoriums can be a niche market for contractors, but the applications can be complex. Many contractors who specialize in these applications are realizing the benefit of applying packaged units for these installations.
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Keep School In Session

August 6, 2003
Many school buildings sit dormant in the summer, with no HVAC system running. In these situations, it is possible for mold and bacteria to form on books, carpet, and drapes. The use of dehumidification can help prevent potential Sick Building Syndrome problems.
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Understanding Solenoid Valves

July 25, 2003
Solenoid valves are highly engineered products that can be used in many diverse and unique system applications. Here is a brief overview of the components and functional varieties of solenoid valves.
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Bryan Mechanical Improves Productivity With Pipe And Tube Cut-Off

July 25, 2003
Contractor would formerly flame-cut larger diameter pipe. Its pipe and tube cut-off machine takes 1/10th of the time of flame-cutting.
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Is Your Web Site A 'Garage Sale' Or A Marketing Tool?

July 25, 2003
Some Web sites put up by HVACR contractors are gems, chock full of useful information presented in a graphically pleasing way. Others look like “garage sales” with lots of words and photos strewn around or piled high in a heap. Which one is yours?
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Btu Buddy 4: Cleaning A Very Dirty Condenser

July 25, 2003
In this fourth installment of the Btu Buddy series, Bob catches a service call and goes through the procedure for properly cleaning a dirty condenser.
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New Water Heater Standard: Rheem System Goes Beyond

July 18, 2003
The new Rheem Guardian System™ water heater not only meets the new ANSI standard, but also incorporates some unique design enhancements, says the company.
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Simulation Ensures Low CO Levels In Parking Structure

July 13, 2003
Computer simulation helped ensure low carbon monoxide levels in a new parking structure by making it possible to evaluate the performance of different ventilation system designs without the expense of actually building and testing them.
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Start-Up And Winterizing Of Evaporative Cooling Equipment

July 13, 2003
These tips apply to cooling towers, closed circuit coolers, evaporative condensers, and closed circuit industrial coolers. Proper winterizing, spring start-up procedures, and scheduled periodic maintenance will prolong the life of the equipment, and help ensure trouble-free performance.
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Applying Ultraviolet Air Treatment Systems

July 13, 2003
Ultraviolet air treatment systems are fairly new to the HVAC industry, and there are still a lot of questions about how they work to treat the air. UV systems address the source of air quality problems by killing airborne bacteria and surface mold.
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Cade Clark, assistant vice president of government affairs for the Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), gives a brief overview of the new version of the Shaheen-Portman bill, what AHRI thinks of the energy-efficiency legislation, and how it might affect the HVACR industry if it becomes law.
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