Technology Talk: Belimo’s Super Capacitor For Critical Applications

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

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

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