5/7/2026 4:02 PM
This blog is designed to help contractors, engineers, and facility professionals better understand the different control valve pipe connection types commonly found in hydronic HVAC systems—from threaded and sweat connections to flanged, grooved, union, and press-fit options. Readers...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
5/7/2026 2:27 PM
If you are trying to decide between a pressure transmitter and a pressure transducer, this guide will help simplify the selection process. In this blog, you will learn how each device works, why output signal—such as 4–20 mA...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
5/6/2026 11:40 AM
The Belimo LINK.10 is a smart, versatile tool for anyone working with Belimo's communicative product line. It eliminates the compatibility headaches between devices with and without NFC, works on powered and unpowered equipment, and fits seamlessly into the...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
4/28/2026 11:05 PM
IAQ in HVAC stands for Indoor Air Quality.What it meansIndoor Air Quality refers to the condition of the air inside a building—especially as it relates to the health, comfort, and productivity of occupants
Let's dive into...
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Let's dive into...
4/21/2026 5:26 PM
A bypass valve in a hydronic system is a control valve that allows water to flow around part of the system instead of through it. It is used to maintain proper flow, pressure, and temperature stability when system demand changes...
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4/20/2026 11:13 AM
There’s an important update regarding KMC Controls that may impact your current systems and renewals.
Update: Stromquist will no longer distribute KMC’s DDC controls line, including Conquest, Commander, and KMC software.
If you ever have...
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Update: Stromquist will no longer distribute KMC’s DDC controls line, including Conquest, Commander, and KMC software.
If you ever have...
4/16/2026 3:23 PM
The Stromquist blog is built to help contractors, system integrators, and facility teams work smarter by turning complex building automation and control challenges into clear, practical solutions. It brings together real-world insights on products, system design, troubleshooting, and industry...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
4/15/2026 4:42 PM
This blog provides a clear update on the current Tosi system outage affecting Hub and Gateway access, outlines what customers can expect while the issue is active, and highlights which connections may remain working during the disruption. It also shares...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
4/10/2026 9:58 AM
This blog highlights how the Honeywell SmartLine Configuration Tool simplifies the process of selecting and specifying Honeywell SmartLine transmitters by guiding users through building accurate part numbers step-by-step. It explains how the tool helps contractors, engineers, and integrators...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
4/7/2026 8:51 PM
Lead/lag is a control strategy for multiple pieces of similar equipment (pumps, boilers, chillers, RTUs, etc.) where:
One unit is designated “lead” = runs first and carries the base loadAdditional units are “lag” = come on only when neededThe lead...
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One unit is designated “lead” = runs first and carries the base loadAdditional units are “lag” = come on only when neededThe lead...
4/2/2026 2:23 PM
Many HVAC systems run fine at startup but develop issues later due to poor valve selection.
This blog highlights how using the wrong valve...especially in control applications like AHUs and reheat coils, can lead to instability, callbacks...
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This blog highlights how using the wrong valve...especially in control applications like AHUs and reheat coils, can lead to instability, callbacks...
3/31/2026 2:02 PM
Good Friday Hours Update: Stromquist will be closing early at 2:00 PM ET on Friday, April 3 in observance of Good Friday. Please keep in mind that all outbound shipments will be dependent on UPS pickup timing prior to...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
3/26/2026 2:28 PM
What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)?If you’ve ever worked with pneumatic controls, you’ve probably come across this question:What’s the difference between a direct acting and reverse acting thermostat?It’s one of the...
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3/24/2026 3:30 PM
This blog gives Tosi users a quick, practical look at what Tosi Control is, why it matters, and how it fits into the broader Tosi platform. It highlights how Tosi Control provides a centralized dashboard for visibility, asset management, monitoring...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
3/19/2026 2:02 PM
Belimo Assistant 2 is a mobile and desktop app that lets you connect directly to compatible Belimo devices—like actuators, valves, and sensors—to set them up, adjust settings, and troubleshoot issues on-site. Instead of guessing or relying on...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
3/18/2026 1:32 PM
The little Niagara details that can save you hours of troubleshootingIf you’ve spent any time working with Niagara, you already know—most issues aren’t massive failures.They’re small details.The kind that are easy to overlook...
Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
3/13/2026 12:33 PM
When working with Niagara controllers like the JACE 8000 or JACE 9000, conversations often revolve around device limits, points, and Software Maintenance Agreements (SMA). These licensing terms play an important role in how a system is designed, expanded, and maintained...
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Posted By: reid@stromquist.com
3/10/2026 5:40 PM
A gas meter measures the volume of gas consumed, typically in SCF (standard cubic feet) or SCFH (standard cubic feet per hour).
No matter what gas meter you need Stromquist has your back.
We...
3/3/2026 2:26 PM
A gas train (also called a fuel train) is the assembly of piping, valves, and safety devices that safely deliver natural gas to a commercial boiler burner at the correct pressure and flow.
...
2/26/2026 10:58 AM
This article breaks down the key points of the Series IEF Flow Transmitter . An insertion-style meter, IEFinstalls faster and with far less disruption than traditional inline meters—and it delivers the flow data modern...
2/25/2026 7:22 AM
This article breaks down the most common gas valves used in commercial boiler systems, including manual shutoff valves, safety shutoff valves, and modulating gas control valves. It explains what each valve does, why it matters, and where it’s...
2/17/2026 11:06 AM
This blog explains how Limit switches are critical safety devices on commercial boilers and burners. Their job is simple: if something moves outside a safe operating range, they shut the burner down to prevent damage or unsafe conditions....
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2026
May
2025
Blog | Control Valve Connection Types
[05/07/26 04:02 PM]
Blog | Transducer vs Transmitter
[05/07/26 02:27 PM]
Blog | Link.10 - How it Can Help You
[05/06/26 11:40 AM]
April
Blog | IAQ
[04/28/26 11:05 PM]
Blog | Bypass Valve
[04/21/26 05:26 PM]
Blog | KMC Changes
[04/20/26 11:13 AM]
Blog | Custom Control Panels. Engineered Support. One Stromquist Team.
[04/16/26 03:23 PM]
Blog | Partial Outage Impacting Tosi Connections is FIXED
[04/15/26 04:42 PM]
Blog | SmartLine Application and Validation Tool
[04/10/26 09:58 AM]
Blog | “Lead/Lag” in HVAC
[04/07/26 08:51 PM]
Blog | Globe Valves
[04/02/26 02:23 PM]
March
Blog | Good Friday Hours
[03/31/26 02:02 PM]
Blog | reverse acting vs direct
[03/26/26 02:28 PM]
Blog | Tosi Control
[03/24/26 03:30 PM]
Blog | Belimo Assistant 2
[03/19/26 02:02 PM]
Blog | Jace Trouble Shooting
[03/18/26 01:32 PM]
Blog | Niagara JACE Licensing Explained: Device Limits, Points, and SMA Made Simple
[03/13/26 12:33 PM]
Blog | Term of the week: Gas Meters
[03/10/26 05:40 PM]
Blog | Term of the week:Gas Trains
[03/03/26 02:26 PM]
February
Blog | IEF Transmitters
[02/26/26 10:58 AM]
Blog | Term of the week:Gas Valves for Commercial Boilers
[02/25/26 07:22 AM]
Blog | Term of the week: Limit switch for Boilers
[02/17/26 11:06 AM]
Blog | Industry Term of the Week: How to Select or Size a Pump
[02/10/26 02:39 PM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pumps
[02/10/26 01:36 PM]
Blog | AHR 2026 Recap
[02/10/26 09:42 AM]
Blog | Control Components for a Commercial Boiler
[02/04/26 08:59 AM]
January
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Low Water Cut off
[01/27/26 03:39 PM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: AHU
[01/27/26 11:19 AM]
Blog | Screw Compressors Now Available
[01/23/26 12:42 PM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week:T&P Valve
[01/20/26 10:23 AM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Boiler Relief Valves
[01/13/26 11:05 AM]
Blog | Eclipse Flame Safeguards Discontinued? How to Replace Veri-Flame and Multi-Flame Without Replacing the System
[01/09/26 10:31 AM]
Blog | EC-Net / JACE Tech Guide
[01/09/26 10:01 AM]
December
2024
Blog | New NS8000 Series Sensors
[12/22/25 12:36 PM]
Blog | PENN® Water Regulating Valves Discontinuation
[12/22/25 11:14 AM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pneumatic HVAC systems
[12/17/25 09:38 AM]
Blog | Holiday Hours 2025
[12/16/25 10:06 AM]
Blog | What Do We Have Here? – Dwyer
[12/10/25 11:10 AM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pneumatic control system
[12/09/25 04:31 PM]
Blog | How AI Is Transforming HVAC (And What It Means for Contractors)
[12/05/25 02:02 PM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pressure Class
[12/02/25 10:56 AM]
November
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Protocol
[11/18/25 07:55 PM]
Blog | Thermal Solutions
[11/18/25 07:34 PM]
Blog | Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
[11/18/25 03:42 PM]
Blog | Variable Frequency Drives
[11/11/25 02:38 PM]
Blog | Industry Term of the week: Gas Regulator
[11/11/25 07:36 AM]
Blog | BAS Techs: Stop Guessing Ports
[11/05/25 10:57 AM]
Blog | BACnet Routers & What You Need to Know
[11/04/25 02:27 PM]
October
Blog | Can You Use Tosibox Lock with Double NAT?
[10/30/25 11:47 AM]
Blog | Closing Early on October 31st
[10/27/25 09:21 AM]
Blog | The Correct Relay for Your HVAC System
[10/23/25 01:44 PM]
Blog | Understanding Honeywell’s REFLEX® Technology
[10/15/25 02:44 PM]
Blog | What Do We Have Here? – Stromquist with Belimo
[10/13/25 03:03 PM]
Blog | Atrius Facilities
[10/10/25 02:38 PM]
Blog | What Do We Have Here? – Stromquist with Fireye
[10/02/25 10:43 AM]
Blog | Tosibox Is Now Tosi
[10/01/25 11:03 AM]
September
Blog | BACnet/SC: A Practical Brief for HVAC Pros
[09/30/25 09:59 AM]
Blog | Optimize Your BACnet Network: Quick Tweaks for Big Results
[09/29/25 02:07 PM]
Blog | Plan Ahead: FX-PC Series Discontinuation
[09/25/25 09:00 PM]
Blog | Belimo CCV Valves Made Simple
[09/17/25 10:25 AM]
August
Blog | Quick Heating Prep Checklist
[08/27/25 04:52 PM]
Blog | Setting up Your TC500
[08/25/25 09:47 PM]
Blog | Future-Proof Your Building Automation
[08/25/25 12:17 PM]
Blog | Meet the DRC900C
[08/25/25 08:53 AM]
Blog | Troubleshooting Common Honeywell 7800 Series Lockouts
[08/01/25 03:48 PM]
Blog | Honeywell Customer Experience Center
[08/01/25 11:17 AM]
July
Blog | Demand Control Ventilation
[07/25/25 08:50 AM]
Blog | Smarter Sensing with ReSense MOVE
[07/24/25 12:58 PM]
Blog | The Future of Air Control
[07/24/25 10:40 AM]
Blog | The 15-Year Rule for JCI/York Chillers
[07/01/25 12:28 PM]
June
Blog | IBCON 2025: The Tech That Stood Out
[06/25/25 02:16 PM]
Blog | A Chiller Care Must: Coil Cleaning
[06/24/25 12:09 PM]
Blog | Smart, Safe, and Simple Gas Detection
[06/17/25 04:14 PM]
Blog | Hot or Common? Know Before You Wire
[06/08/25 10:27 AM]
Blog | Latest from Tridium and What's Ahead
[06/05/25 09:35 AM]
Blog | Smarter Transformer Installs with TIB100A
[06/04/25 09:52 AM]
May
Blog | Smarter Wall Sensor for a Modern BAS
[05/22/25 01:18 PM]
Blog | 5 Smart BAS Upgrades for 2025
[05/19/25 09:46 AM]
Blog | Distech SACV vs. VAV: Smarter Airflow Control
[05/12/25 09:51 AM]
April
Blog | Smart Commercial Thermostats: TC500 vs TC300
[04/24/25 09:35 AM]
Blog | 2025 Tariff Update
[04/23/25 09:27 AM]
Blog | Fixing Common Gas Regulator Problems
[04/11/25 08:19 AM]
Blog | 2025 N4 Certification Class Schedule
[04/04/25 12:48 PM]
Blog | Stephanie Parker Retirement
[04/04/25 08:53 AM]
February
Blog | Move to N4 and Save
[02/27/25 08:43 AM]
Blog | AHR 2025 Product Highlights
[02/25/25 10:18 AM]
Blog | AHR 2025 Takeaways
[02/24/25 10:35 AM]
Blog | Cyber Security & Remote Access
[02/21/25 03:08 PM]
Blog | Lock 650 + 670 EOL
[02/18/25 10:36 AM]
January
Blog | JCI CCT Installation & Upgrade Guide
[01/31/25 09:05 AM]
Blog | $1.6 Billion Cyber Attack
[01/30/25 08:48 AM]
Blog | Cybersecurity for Building Automation
[01/27/25 09:55 AM]
Blog | Atrius Facilities: Simplify Project Management with Organize
[01/07/25 11:24 AM]
Blog | Simplifying Niagara Framework® Management
[01/03/25 03:21 PM]
November
2023
Blog | Building Automation in 2024
[11/06/24 12:46 PM]
Blog | UL508A Control Panels: Engineered Solutions
[11/04/24 09:23 AM]
October
September
Blog | Preventative Maintenance for York Chillers: Why It Matters
[09/24/24 09:42 AM]
Blog | Maximize Field Efficiency with the Connected Workflow Application (CWa)
[09/18/24 11:35 AM]
Blog | Tosibox: Simplifying Secure Connectivity for Building Automation
[09/18/24 10:35 AM]
August
Blog | Mastering Subnetting: How to Create a Secure and Efficient Subnet
[08/27/24 02:42 PM]
Blog | Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up a Managed IP Switch
[08/26/24 03:02 PM]
Blog | Why use a managed switch on an OT network?
[08/21/24 03:37 PM]
Blog | Connected Power: Energy Waste Solution
[08/14/24 10:57 AM]
Blog | Simplified Transformer Installation
[08/12/24 09:58 AM]
July
Blog | Realcomm IBCON 2024 Takeaways
[07/30/24 08:23 AM]
Blog | Ethernet based Network Types found in OT networks
[07/26/24 11:24 AM]
Blog | Ethernet based BAS Network Guidelines
[07/26/24 09:41 AM]
Blog | Benefits of Building Automation Systems
[07/05/24 09:01 AM]
June
Blog | July 4th | Independence Day Closure
[06/28/24 09:38 AM]
July 2024 N4 Certification Class
[06/28/24 09:25 AM]
Blog | Our Suppliers are Award Winners
[06/13/24 10:46 AM]
May
Essential HVAC Sensors for Improving IAQ and Building Efficiency
[05/23/24 08:52 AM]
Blog | Distech Controls Highlight
[05/22/24 08:46 AM]
Memorial Day Closure
[05/21/24 12:09 PM]
April
Blog | School HVAC and BAS Updates
[04/22/24 09:55 AM]
Blog | Update Your Tosibox Lock 100
[04/17/24 09:58 AM]
Create Your Own Quote Tool
[04/17/24 08:58 AM]
Tosibox Remote Connectivity
[04/04/24 09:12 AM]
Building Automation and Internet of Things (IoT) Unite
[04/03/24 08:35 AM]
March
Belimo Retrofit: HVAC Solutions
[03/15/24 04:19 PM]
May 2024 N4 Certification Class
[03/14/24 10:39 AM]
Blog | Tosibox Hub: Seamless Connectivity
[03/12/24 10:32 AM]
Spyder 7 & Optimizer Unitary Technical Training
[03/04/24 03:37 PM]
February
Blog | Explore the Features of Our Website
[02/29/24 08:19 AM]
JACE 9000 vs 8000: Key Differences
[02/02/24 10:54 AM]
HVAC Trends in 2024
[02/01/24 10:02 AM]
January
Blog | TC300 Commercial Thermostat
[01/29/24 04:17 PM]
Seamless Building Automation: ILC 2050 BI
[01/24/24 01:31 PM]
Blog | TC500A-N Commercial Thermostat
[01/23/24 11:35 AM]
OT Security - Eliminating Threats
[01/23/24 10:21 AM]
2024 N4 Certification Class Schedule
[01/11/24 03:14 PM]
Honeywell End of Life Dates
[01/10/24 09:38 AM]
JACE 9000 Controller for Niagara 4
[01/10/24 09:08 AM]
Globe Valves vs Ball Valves
[01/10/24 12:00 AM]
December
November
2022
Christmas Hours - Stromquist Closure
[11/30/23 10:28 AM]
Distech Supply Chain Issues
[11/21/23 09:51 AM]
December 2023 N4 Certification Class
[11/10/23 09:37 AM]
October
Blog | Gas Monitoring Made Easy with Belimo
[10/19/23 08:44 AM]
Enhancing Fire Safety: Belimo's Solutions
[10/18/23 10:07 AM]
License Visibility Change
[10/06/23 03:14 PM]
Future of Building Automation Controls
[10/03/23 03:33 PM]
September
VFDs with Bypass Are Here
[09/27/23 07:55 AM]
Honeywell Optimizer Building Controllers
[09/18/23 02:04 PM]
Blog | Need Gas Detection Help? Stromquist Can help
[09/12/23 11:13 AM]
Enjoy Retirement Bill Jones
[09/11/23 02:54 PM]
Price Increase for Distech Controls
[09/11/23 01:04 PM]
Your Source for York
[09/08/23 08:54 AM]
August
Verasys | Commercial Control
[08/08/23 03:54 PM]
KMC Counter Day | Orlando, FL
[08/08/23 01:55 PM]
Wireless MS/TP Converter - New MAP Gateway
[08/04/23 03:00 PM]
July
What is a Relay? How do Relays Work?
[07/27/23 09:49 AM]
Blog | Tosibox Platform | OT Network Solutions
[07/24/23 11:30 AM]
The RIB® Trifecta
[07/20/23 04:00 PM]
August 2023 | N4 Certification Class
[07/20/23 10:44 AM]
4 Things to Know About Current Sensors
[07/10/23 03:18 PM]
How to Properly Install Butterfly Valves
[07/06/23 11:01 AM]
June
Common Abbreviations | Belimo
[06/21/23 09:05 AM]
Stromquist Regulator Webinar
[06/19/23 10:46 AM]
Gas Sensor Mounting Heights | ACI
[06/01/23 09:01 AM]
May
SMART BUILDING INTEGRATOR SUMMIT (SBIS)
[05/24/23 10:31 AM]
Honeywell VFD Lunch & Learn Certification
[05/24/23 09:44 AM]
Honeywell Flame Safeguard Training
[05/24/23 09:44 AM]
VFD Supply Chain Update
[05/22/23 12:56 PM]
Versatile RIB Relays
[05/17/23 08:51 AM]
JCI Solutions Navigator
[05/08/23 09:54 AM]
New Honeywell Smart VFDs
[05/02/23 01:21 PM]
New FX 3D Graphics
[05/02/23 10:33 AM]
April
What's New with Facility Explorer
[04/26/23 09:42 AM]
Industry Leading CO2 and Temperature Sensors
[04/19/23 09:39 AM]
What is CV, & How to Calculate it?
[04/19/23 09:12 AM]
March
December
Stromquist & Company | Easter Jours
[12/12/22 12:00 AM]
Stromquist & Company | 2022 Holiday Hours
[12/12/22 12:00 AM]
November
October
Engineered Solutions | Panel Shop
[10/26/22 10:45 AM]
Engineered Solutions | CCP Panels
[10/11/22 10:45 AM]
Engineered Solutions | Fuel Trains
[10/06/22 10:45 AM]
September
Engineered Solutions
[09/30/22 04:22 PM]
Atlanta Fast Lane
[09/22/22 10:28 AM]
Stromquist Website Updates
[09/13/22 10:15 AM]
DC2500/3200 are Obsolete
[09/07/22 02:54 PM]
Stromquist Selection Guides
[09/07/22 02:54 PM]
August
Honeywell Mod Motor Identification
[08/26/22 09:39 AM]
Variable Frequency Drive Update
[08/23/22 01:57 PM]
Apogee TEC Sensors
[08/23/22 01:57 PM]
ASCO™ Series 158 and 159
[08/23/22 01:57 PM]
The Importance of Relief Valves
[08/18/22 03:24 PM]
Testing a M91XX Mod Motor
[08/16/22 03:15 PM]
Ohms Law Explained
[08/08/22 03:07 PM]
Identifying Honeywell Parts
[08/04/22 03:16 PM]
July