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Basic Definitions in your Specification

February 1st, 2012

Construction jobs that have seismic considerations should list basic site criteria for that specific job.  These basic site criteria can be found here.  Also included in each specification should be a few simple definitions that clarify what the site criteria refers to.  These ... View More ›

Basic Site Criteria In Every Specification

January 11th, 2012

Every job that has seismic considerations should have three basic site criteria listed in the mechanical, electrical and plumbing specification.  By being clear in a specification, an engineer is able to minimize risk and liability.  The three site criteria items that should be listed ... View More ›

Bananza SBAR Air Turnover Units

January 11th, 2012

Bananza recently introduced their newest, innovative, Small Air Turnover Units (SBAR-Series).  This unit is ideal for facilities ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 square feet. Product styles include Heating Only, Cooling Only, Heating & Cooling or Air Only and can ... View More ›

Berner Door Heaters

November 30th, 2011

Heating loss has always been a problem when shipping and receiving doors are frequently opened and closed. The infiltration of cold air makes it difficult to maintain a comfortable working environment.Berner Direct Gas Fired Door Heater's are the economical solution to this problem. A duct ... View More ›

I.C.E. Air Turnover Units

October 26th, 2011

One of the biggest problems facing industrial facilities and warehouses is finding a way to heat the large spaces within the area to keep employees warm and comfortable in the winter time.  I.C.E. air turnover units are designed specifically to handle large scale heating ... View More ›

Where Do You Mount the Electrical Disconnect?

October 20th, 2011

The Mapa Fusible Rainproof Pedestal-Mounted Safety Switch provides local disconnect of the electrical service at roof-mounted equipment.  Disconnects are available in General Duty or Heavy Duty Series.  The stainless Shroud with integrally welded Deck Flange provides a positive ... View More ›

Seperated Combustion Unit Heaters from Bananza

October 5th, 2011

Have standard unit heaters failed you before when contaminants entered the burners and heat exchangers causing a premature failure with the unit?  If you operate in a dusty, dirty environment, your unit heaters might not be surviving their entire life cycle.Bananza has introduced their ... View More ›

Mapa Pedestal Hydrant - What do you use on the roof?

September 22nd, 2011

Instead of using an old pipe for a hydrant on a roof, why not use something durable that will stand the test of time.  Check out our new Mapa Product: The MPH-24 Series Pedestal Hydrant!  Composition: o       Black Powder coasted cast aluminum ... View More ›

It's Like Sitting in the Sun and Saving Energy All at the Same Time

September 13th, 2011

If you aren't using low intensity infrared heaters in your manufacturing facility or warehouse, then you aren't saving substantial amounts of money on your heating bill.  By using low intensity infrared heaters, you can save up to 50% on your heating bills in the winter months.Some ... View More ›

Elastomeric Mounts - When do you use them?

August 25th, 2011

Elastomeric isolation mounts and pads are used in a wide variety of applications including electronics equipment, engines and gensets, vehicle cab mounts, HVAC equipment and general industrial machinery.    Elastomeric compounds are extremely versatile.  Elastomers ... View More ›