Cloud-Connected HVAC Systems Are at the Core of Smart Facilities Ian Dempster November 25, 2019 No Comments Facilities are intelligent only to the extent that their operators collect, analyze, and learn from the information at their disposal.Read More
Why Actuators for Connected Industry Run on Brushless DC Motors “Smart” electric actuators offer efficiency, flexibility, and connectivity for process applications Boris Wassmer November 11, 2019 No Comments The flow control industry has stubbornly clung to pneumatic actuators, specifically in the American market, for decades.Read More
Why Measurement and Verification Is the Key to Optimizing HVAC Systems It can be the difference between millions of dollars in savings Fred Woo October 28, 2019 No Comments Measurement and verification (M&V) is the foundation of successful HVAC optimization projects.Read More
How an Air-Source Heat Pump Works An introduction to a heating/cooling solution growing in popularity Paul Evans October 14, 2019 No Comments Air source heat pumps are growing in popularity, as they can provide both heating in the winter months and cooling in the summer.Read More
Understanding Energy Recovery in Rotary Heat Exchangers Key technical elements that affect energy efficiency Simon Schaefer September 30, 2019 No Comments Heat recovery systems can be divided into two categories based on the thermal parameters of the system: Systems with high and low thermal parameters.Read More
Preconditioned Air and Providing Comfortable Aircraft Cabin Conditions on the Ground The importance of a PCA unit and proper ventilation Tim Fox September 2, 2019 No Comments This paper will explain the purpose of a PCA unit and challenges faced by maintenance contractors trying to maintain comfortable aircraft cabin conditions.Read More
Knowing the Plant’s Steam Quality An Optimization Benchmark August 19, 2019 No Comments This technical essay discusses the importance of steam quality, the science behind it, and the correct method for ensuring high steam quality.Read More
When Specifying Boilers, Design Details Matter Taking the time to choose the right boiler is worth it John Miller August 5, 2019 No Comments Installing a boiler system is an investment requiring thoughtful consideration to ensure comfort, reliability, and efficiency for years to come.Read More
For Personalized Workplace Warmth, Opt for Portable Radiant Heaters Easy to operate, silent, and able to provide gentle warmth Jim Herring July 22, 2019 No Comments There are portable radiant heaters specifically designed to provide personalized, targeted warmth to employees that also are energy efficient.Read More
Gas Law Concepts For HVACR Understanding the ideal gas law eases understanding of HVACR Bryan Orr July 8, 2019 No Comments HVACR is harder if you don’t understand the concepts behind the ideal gas law.Read More