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Preconditioned Air and Providing Comfortable Aircraft Cabin Conditions on the Ground

The importance of a PCA unit and proper ventilation
Tim-Fox
Tim Fox
September 2, 2019
This paper will explain the purpose of a PCA unit and challenges faced by maintenance contractors trying to maintain comfortable aircraft cabin conditions.
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Knowing the Plant’s Steam Quality

An Optimization Benchmark
August 19, 2019
This technical essay discusses the importance of steam quality, the science behind it, and the correct method for ensuring high steam quality.
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When Specifying Boilers, Design Details Matter

Taking the time to choose the right boiler is worth it
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John Miller
August 5, 2019
Installing a boiler system is an investment requiring thoughtful consideration to ensure comfort, reliability, and efficiency for years to come.
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For Personalized Workplace Warmth, Opt for Portable Radiant Heaters

Easy to operate, silent, and able to provide gentle warmth
Jim Herring
July 22, 2019
There are portable radiant heaters specifically designed to provide personalized, targeted warmth to employees that also are energy efficient.
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Gas Law Concepts For HVACR

Understanding the ideal gas law eases understanding of HVACR
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Bryan Orr
July 8, 2019
HVACR is harder if you don’t understand the concepts behind the ideal gas law.
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What is the Right Temperature Set Point for An Electrical Enclosure?

Proper temperature set points can ensure enhanced performance
June 24, 2019
To avoid risking safety and efficiency, operators must optimally set the temperature set point for any enclosure cooling unit.
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Research Reveals Design Opportunities for HVAC Systems and Heat Pumps

Studies find small-diameter copper tube reduces weight and volume of heat exchangers
June 10, 2019
Heat exchanger manufacturers can reduce material costs and optimize performance with Microgroove, according to study.
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How A Service Part Can “Kill” The Compressor

Hard-start kits can have unintended consequences
Jonathan Charles
May 27, 2019
There are times when the attempt to do something positive can result in something unexpected. The annual increase in the number of hard-start kits being added to air conditioners is a perfect example.
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Why You Should Study Your Technicians’ Readings

Analyzing on-site data reduces error and leaves customers happier
Allen Reed
May 13, 2019
One Stop Cooling studies technicians’ readings recorded on service calls. If you do the same, you might be surprised with the mistakes you find.
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The Truth About Carbon Monoxide

What it is, how it is made, and the symptoms
William Highley
April 22, 2019
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly, colorless, odorless, poisonous gas.
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