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Home » leak prevention

Articles Tagged with ''leak prevention''

Fieldpiece Instruments Inc.: Carbon Dioxide Leak Detector

September 7, 2015

The SCL2 is a hand-held carbon dioxide leak detector. Designed for the HVACR field service technician, the SCL2 has a rechargeable battery that lasts eight hours. 


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Why You Always Test for Gas Leaks When Touching any Part of a Building

Who would have thought that an unsightly chimney provided clues to the source of a hidden gas leak?
Eric Kjelshus
June 8, 2015

On a recent call to replace an aging gas boiler, the owners reported a persistent gas smell. The gas company had previously inspected the building and couldn’t find a leak. Yet the smell continued. The point is, if you smell gas, however subtle the smell, there is a gas leak. Somewhere. The challenge can indeed be where to find it.


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March 26, 2015: Aeroseal Introduces New Wireless Duct Sealing System

System Reduces Man-Hours, Allows a Single Worker to Seal Ductwork
March 26, 2015

Aeroseal has introduced HomeSeal PRO, designed with wireless technology and new remote management capabilities, which the company said can significantly increase residential duct sealing productivity and profitability.


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ULVAC Technologies Inc.: Helium Leak Detector

March 23, 2015

 The HELIOT 900 helium leak detector features a fast pumping speed to detect small leaks quickly and a simple tablet-style interface that improves productivity, stated the manufacturer. 


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Mill-Rose Clean Fit Division: Compression Seal Tape

January 5, 2015

New Blue Monster® BIG PTFE thread sealing tape is designed to create dependable, leak-proof joints where a thicker, professional-grade density thread sealant is needed. New Blue Monster® BIG compression seal tape can fix problem leaks under pressure on almost any material.


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A/C Leak Freeze: Leak Stopper

November 3, 2014

Leak Freeze R permanently seals leaks in appliance and refrigeration systems and continues to seal additional leaks for no less than one year in systems that meet testing specifications. 


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Duct Dynasty: Air Leakage, Two-story Cooling Problems

To Control Air, You Must Contain it
David Richardson
David Richardson
August 4, 2014

These temperature-related issues are often corrected simply by renovating the duct system to cure duct leakage and air-balancing issues, which created pressure-related problems in the building. There are instances, though, when you can have the perfectly designed and installed HVAC system and these temperature complaints still exist.


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Superior Signal: Ultrasonic Leak Detector

December 30, 2013

Ideal for hard to reach places, the AccuTrak® VPE-GN “gooseneck” ultrasonic leak detector will help you find refrigerant leaks, any kind of gas leaks, compressed air leaks, and much more. AccuTrak patented technology quickly identifies and locates leaks of almost any size, high or low pressure.


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Superior Signal: Ultrasonic Leak Detector Kits

December 30, 2013

AccuTrak® VPE and VPE GN ultrasonic leak detectors are now available in a selection of customized kits tailored for specific professional applications. AccuTrak ultrasonic leak detectors help find any kind of gas leaks and refrigerant leaks. 


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Mastercool Inc.: Electronic-UV Leak Detector

October 28, 2013

The Inspector incorporates electronic and UV technology into one unit, ensuring that even the toughest leaks can be found, said the company. 


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