New Technology: Two AHR trends to watch for this year.

There were two trends that appeared all over the AHR Expo in Chicago last week. The first one being the macro market-moving trend and the other an installation-related trend which will prove to be very useful for contractors. Let’s take a deeper look at the two trends that were displayed at the Expo. The macro … Continue Reading

Product Preview: Honeywell 40 VA General Purpose Transformers

Did you know Honeywell offers NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) standard DC20-1992 and general purpose transformers? Honeywell’s general purpose transformers are made to prevent overcooling, brownout, and burnout. They are typically used in heating/cooling control systems but can also be used in any application that does not exceed the load ratings. They can be mounted through a … Continue Reading

Technology Talk: DiversiTech Wet Switch Flood Detector

DiversiTech Wet Switch Flood Detector is designed to interrupt the operation of cooling systems but did you know that this water activated switch can be used in a variety of other applications? The Wet Switch Flood Detector is a solid-state device designed to detect the presence of condensate water overflow. Simply place the Wet Switch Flood … Continue Reading

New Technology: The 2017 ControlTrends Awards

The ControlTrends Awards show took place last month at the Hard Rock Cafe in Chicago. This show celebrates the innovations and hard work of HVAC Controls professionals every year. If you do not know ControlTrends, it is an online organization that provides HVAC and Industrial Controls professionals a place to learn and share information about the … Continue Reading

Product Preview: Functional Devices All New EnOcean® 902 MHz Wireless Relay

Introducing the all new EnOcean® 902 MHz Wireless Relay by Functional Devices & Accessories line to the shelves at Tower Equipment! Functional Devices new RIBWxxxB-EN3 wireless relay is a part of EnOcean Alliance line. EnOcean is the only energy harvesting wireless standard and is dedicated to automation solutions for sustainable buildings using energy harvesting wireless technology. EnOcean … Continue Reading

Tower Equipment & Mason Industries

Did you know Tower Equipment carries a selection of Mason Industries performance Vibration Pads, Mounts, and Hangers? Up until the 1950’s most rubber mountings were designed to take the load in shear. Mountings were circular or sold in long strips so the capacity could be controlled by size and durometer, or durometer and the cut off length. Shear loading curves are straight lines similar … Continue Reading

Product Preview: Honeywell’s Spring Return Electric Linear Valve Actuators

Need a reliable, strong, and durable actuator? Consider Honeywell’s Spring Return Electric Linear Valve Actuator! The ML6425 Spring Return Electric Linear Valve Actuators are floating control actuators used with controllers that provide a switched or floating single-pole-double-throw (spdt) output. These actuators operate standard Honeywell valves for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. The ML7425 Spring … Continue Reading

Tip of the Week: Guide To Taking Advanced Static Pressure Measurements

The industry is maturing in its ability to measure static pressure, so it’s time to dig into the finer disciplines of measuring and interpreting HVAC system static pressure. With growing information available on basic static pressure testing, it’s time for an article taking a deeper look into a few advanced pressure measurement principles for residential … Continue Reading

Technology Talk: Veris’s Multi-Circuit Power Meters

Do you need to update or replace elements within your electrical infrastructure? Perhaps you need to add sub-billing capabilities or load-based cost allocation? Or maybe you need to balance loads as part of a new demand/response strategy? And are becoming concerned this may be a substantial capital cost? Luckily, there are cost-effective ways to meet … Continue Reading