Did you know that it is considered unsafe to close off more than 20 percent of the registers in your home? This can actually cause high resistance, as well as unnecessary heat build-up in the furnace.
So why exactly is 3 phase HVAC equipment so much more efficient than single phase equipment? In this type of setup, you never completely drop voltage off during a 3-phase run cycle so that there’s always another phase to step in and keep the motor spinning more easily.
The invention and application of heating and air conditioning has not only made inhabitable places habitable, it is responsible for economies, population growth, productivity, and many other factors of our lives and the world as we know it.
If you have an older system, check your inventory of refrigerant. If it is one that is already phased out, or is soon to be phased out, we can help. We will discuss which option is better – modifying your existing system, or installing a new system.
Do you ever worry that the conditions in your warehouse could be making your employees sick because of a lack of ventilation? Let’s talk about how installing the right HVAC system could help to keep everyone safe from harmful fumes.
Natural ventilation is the ventilation of a building with outside air without the use of fans or other mechanical systems. In small office buildings, this can be achieved with trickle vents. These are small openings, either placed in a window or near the ceiling to let out hot air.
In 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Clean Air Act. It established guidelines for the safe handling of refrigerant gasses. The EPA estimates that 700,000 cases of chronic bronchitis and 200,000 premature deaths have been avoided since the enactment of the Clean Air Act.
The absorption process of a gas-fired residential A.C. system relies on the affinity between two fluids. Air-cooled chillers utilize environmentally safe ammonia as the refrigerant and water as the absorbent.
What do depression glass and air conditioning have in common? Offering a large air conditioned space and a free piece of kitchenware lured moviegoers into theaters during the great depression for a little low cost fun.
Do you ever worry that the company selling you your business’s HVAC equipment doesn’t know as much about installations as they do repairs? Since having issues with your building’s HVAC system can cost productivity as well as repair costs, it’s smart to go with a company skilled at installation.
It’s important to remember that replacing your HVAC unit can actually help to save your company money. Since worn out and inefficient units typically require more energy to operate, you may be able to recoup the cost of your new equipment through monthly energy savings.
It’s easy to forget that the acronym “HVAC” isn’t familiar to everyone. "HVAC" stands for "heating, ventilation, and air conditioning," and it refers to all the systems and technologies that provide heat, air flow, and cooling for your home.
Are you interested in installing a more energy-efficient HVAC system in your company’s buildings? Whether you’re interested in geo-thermal systems or radiant heating, we’re always happy to help you install the best system for your business.
If your gas furnace has a condensate pump and you are experiencing issues, make sure that the reservoir is not full. If you find that your reservoir is in fact full, the pump will most likely need to be replaced. In addition, the float switch may need to be repaired as well.
The first examples of synthetic ways to keep buildings warm are nearly 2,000 years old. The notion of providing some type of centralized cooling was a much more difficult concept, with fans and blocks of ice offering the first taste of air conditioning.
It’s important to remember that regular HVAC system maintenance can help your wallet as much as your unit. When everything is operating at peak efficiency, you’ll spend less to power it.
For a long time, ventilation ducts systems were kept low-key and below drop ceilings, but in the past decade or so, design has incorporated the HVAC ducts into the styling of restaurants and businesses. HVAC installation experts can give a system that's functional and fits your decor.
Did you know that natural gas is considered to be one of the world’s safest sources of energy? In addition, natural gas is consistent, reliable, and can yield long-term savings on your energy bills.
Many commercial HVAC units are called package units and are often located on the roof of the building. Here, the condenser, heat, evaporator coil, and blower are all contained in one unit and ducted from the bottom or side of the unit.
While a tear in your ducts can cause an increase in your monthly energy bills, that’s not the only negative effect. Since your system will have to work even harder to replace the heated or cooled air that’s escaping, it may require more frequent repairs.
The precise size of the air conditioner you need is based on a variety of factors, including the general size of the space needing to be cooled, any machines that will be used, and the average number of people that will be in the building at any given time.
It’s important to remember that you have options when it’s time to replace your current HVAC system. If you’re using electric or oil currently, you could realize significant energy savings by switching to a natural gas system.