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Blog | Industry Term of the week:select or size a pump

2/10/2026 2:39 PM

Pumps
The Minimum Information needed to select or size a pump and the associated key terms
1. Required Flow Rate (GPM) / 2. Total Dynamic Head (TDH) / 3. Fluid Type / 4. Operating Temperature...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week:Pump

2/10/2026 1:36 PM

Term of the Week: Pumps
What Is a Pump in an HVAC Hydronic System?

In a hydronic HVAC system, a pump is the device that moves water (or water and glycol) through the system. That fluid...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Low Water Cut off

1/27/2026 3:39 PM

Term of the Week: Low Water Cut off
What Is a Boiler Low Water Cut off (LWCO)?

A Lower Water Cut-Off (often called LWCO) is a critical safety device on a commercial boiler that prevents...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: AHU

1/27/2026 11:19 AM

Term of the Week: AHU
What is AHU?
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Blog | Industry Term of the week:T&P Valve

1/20/2026 10:23 AM

Term of the Week: T&P Valve
What is a T&P Valve?
T&P stands for Temperature & Pressure Relief valve. A T&P valve is a safety device designed to protect...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Boiler Relief Valves

1/13/2026 11:05 AM

Term of the Week: Boiler Relief Valves
What Is a Boiler Relief Valve?

A boiler relief valve is a safety device designed to protect a boiler from over-pressure (and, in some cases, over-temperature). If...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pneumatic HVAC systems

12/17/2025 9:38 AM

Term of the Week: Pneumatic HVAC systems
Common Failure & Maintenance Points in Pneumatic HVAC Systems
Pneumatic control systems are reliable but only if the compressed air network stays clean, dry, and leak-free. Most issues come...

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Blog | What Do We Have Here? – Dwyer

12/10/2025 11:10 AM

Show: "What do we have here?"- Stromquist with Dwyer
“What Do We Have Here?”— Introducing the Dwyer Omega IEF SeriesOn our latest episode of What Do We Have Here?, we sat down with JR Vanegas, Southeast Distribution...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pneumatic control system

12/9/2025 4:31 PM

Term of the Week: Pneumatic Control System
What is a Pneumatic Control System?
Pneumatic HVAC controls use compressed air (typically 0-20 psi) as the energy and signaling medium. Instead of electrical voltage or digital communication, these systems...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Pressure Class

12/2/2025 10:56 AM

Industry Term of the week: Pressure Class
What “Pressure Class” Means
It’s a rating system (Class 125, 150, 250, 300, 600, 900, etc.) that defines how much pressure the valve can handle. The rating is based on...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Protocol

11/18/2025 7:55 PM

Intro to common protocols in Building Automation Systems
In building automation systems, a protocol is the language used by the HVAC, lighting, and control devices to communicate.? A protocol defines how data is formatted, how devices identify themselves, and...

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Blog | Thermal Solutions

11/18/2025 7:34 PM

Your Complete Guide to Honeywell Thermal Solutions: Maxon, Eclipse & Hauck

When it comes to industrial combustion, reliability isn’t optional — it’s essential. That’s why Honeywell Thermal Solutions (HTS) remains one of the most trusted names...

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Blog | Variable Frequency Drives

11/11/2025 2:38 PM

Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
When it comes to improving energy efficiency and system performance in buildings, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are one of the most effective tools available. But what exactly is a VFD—and why should it matter...

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Blog | Industry Term of the week: Gas Regulator

11/11/2025 7:36 AM

Industry Term of the week: Gas Regulator
A gas regulator controls gas pressure from a higher-pressure source to a safe, usable level for downstream equipment (like boilers, furnaces, and unit heaters).It maintains constant outlet pressure despite fluctuations...

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Blog | What Do We Have Here? – Stromquist with Belimo

10/13/2025 3:03 PM

Show: "What do we have here?"- Stromquist with Belimo
“What Do We Have Here?”— Exploring the Belimo Gas MonitorIn the latest episode of What Do We Have Here?, host Tim Bonner sits down with David Ward, District...

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Blog | Atrius Facilities

10/10/2025 2:38 PM

Distech's Cloud platform to make buildings adaptive and intelligent.
Software that makes buildings adaptive + intelligent.With Atrius Facilities, system integrators can:Speed up setup & maintenance of Eclypse hardwareCut programming & update time with remote accessMinimize costly hand...

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Blog | What Do We Have Here? – Stromquist with Fireye

10/2/2025 10:43 AM

Show: "What do we have here?"- Stromquist with Fireye
“What Do We Have Here?”The Very first episode of our New series “What Do We Have Here?” is out on Youtube! This series will be centered around...

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