Need your system to operate safely no matter the circumstances? A fail-safe control is what you need. During an electrical power supply interruption, dampers and valves are automatically returned to their fail-safe position with an electronic fail-safe control function. Water coils are protected from freezing, steam heat exchangers are closed for safety, and fume hoods … Continue Reading
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Technology Talk: Smart Home Technology
Technology for homes has evolved rapidly, making housekeeping tasks easier and more efficient than ever. But are these new ways of completing familiar tasks worth the hassle? Setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance can all seem overwhelming and unnecessary sometimes but there are many ways you can avoid this added stress. In this article, we are going … Continue Reading
Technology Talk: Honeywell’s Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat
Want to be able to use your smartphone to manage your thermostat? Look no further than Honeywell’s Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat(RTH9580WF)! All you need is a Wi-Fi connection or access to the free app for your smartphone/tablet and you can manage your thermostat remotely to take advantage of the savings. Whether you want to raise your temperature when … Continue Reading
Johnson Controls Verasys New Plug-and-Play Solution For St. Louis largest Food Distribution Center
Johnson Controls teamed up with Controlco Inc, and Midwest Mechanical Services & Solutions to significantly improve operations at the largest non-profit Foodbank in the St. Louis area. By integrating the Verasys control system manufactured by Johnson into their current system, as a team, they were able to reduce costs and increase energy savings all at once. In … Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency: Guide To Eliminating Humidity From Your Home This Summer
As temperatures across the United States hit record highs, humidity levels will as well creating an uphill battle which can leave you feeling sticky and uncomfortable in your own home. Most homeowners try to combat this issue by lowering the temperature in their house making their air conditioner to work harder. This can not … Continue Reading
Product Preview: Fantech Serenity Solo Bath Fan Kit
Bathrooms tend to be small and filled with troublesome gases. May the gases be from shower steam or from, well, bathroom activities. Either way, there needs to be an effective way to remove these gases from your bathroom in place. Without an exhaust fan, unpleasant odors left behind by one occupant can linger around for the … Continue Reading
Product Preview: Belimo 1/2″ and 3/4′ Sweat ZoneTight Valves
Belimo just released their new 1/2″ and 3/4′ Sweat ZoneTight Valves in 2 way and in 3 way to their ZoneTight Threaded Line. Designed for maximum efficiency in tight spaces, Belimo’s Sweat ZoneTight valve’s design and performance continues to set standards in the field. There are many overall benefits of the Belimo Sweat ZoneTight Valves … Continue Reading
Tip of the week: Technician Tips For New Homeowners
Buying a home can be scary and exciting at the same time, that is why as professionals it is important to know just how you as a technician can inform your customers what their HVAC system needs. Everything from preventative maintenance their system may need to the signs of trouble they should know of, an … Continue Reading
Product Preview: Humidifiers That Can Improve Your Families Lifestyle
As a parent, you only want the best for your family which this means the best products. But there is something you probably never considered when outfitting your home, a humidifier. Humidifiers are often overlooked but they can radically change the comfort of your families living environment, making them a product you should consider for your HVAC system. Having a home filled with dry … Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency – How Recessed Lights Impact Your HVAC System
Lighting is an easy way to add aesthetic appeal to your home but did you know that your choice of lighting could be affecting your HVAC systems efficiency? The largest culprit of this is the most common bulb for a sleek appeal, the pot light. Recessed lights are tucked up into the ceiling which requires a … Continue Reading