http://www.stromquist.com/blog/rssBlog RSS for http://www.stromquist.com11170--reid@stromquist.com--7-10-2026-6-19-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11170/blog-spotting-flame-rod-issuesLearn how to address common combustion troubleshooting problems when multiple flame rods fail to detect a flame signal.Why it matters: Misdiagnosed flame rod failures...Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:19:00 -05002026-07-10T18:55:00-05:0011169--reid@stromquist.com--7-1-2026-6-32-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11169/blog-easyio-end-of-lifeeasyio end of life EOLJohnson Controls announced the end-of-life (EOL) for select EasyIO hardware and the CPT engineering tool, urging stakeholders to understand deadlines and plan ahead...Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:32:00 -05002026-07-01T18:44:00-05:0011168--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--7-1-2026-3-59-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11168/blog-chart-recordertemperaturepressureflowlevelhumidityphconductivityThis is a Summary of the article below:In this article, we break down what Honeywell chart recorders are, how paper and paperless recorders differ...Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:59:00 -05002026-07-01T18:12:00-05:0011167--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--6-26-2026-7-47-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11167/blog-penn-system-550modularmultistage controllerpennSummary of the article below:The PENN System 550 is a modular HVAC-R controller that combines temperature, humidity, and pressure control with built-in...Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:47:00 -05002026-07-01T20:09:00-05:0011166--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--6-26-2026-7-17-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11166/blog-optimizer-engineering-kitoptimizergraphicscontrolsHere is a summary of the article below:The Honeywell Engineering Starter Kit (ESK) 2.0 helps you get Honeywell Optimizer controllers up and running...Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:17:00 -05002026-06-26T19:17:00-05:0011165--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--6-23-2026-9-31-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11165/blog-udc-controllerstemperaturepressureflowuniversal digital controllerHere is a summary of the article below:A Honeywell UDC (Universal Digital Controller) is a standalone controller used to automatically maintain temperature, pressure, flow...Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:31:00 -05002026-06-23T21:33:00-05:0011164--reid@stromquist.com--6-18-2026-2-42-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11164/blog-manual-ball-valves-plug-valvesplug valve manual ball ballLubricated plug valves, also known as lubricated plugcocks, provide a reliable manual shutoff option for gas trains, combustion systems, and industrial applications.Why it matters...Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:42:00 -05002026-06-18T14:58:00-05:0011161--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--6-16-2026-1-48-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11161/blog-devices-that-control-motorsHVAC Contactors Starters Soft Starters VFDsSummary of the article below: Walk into almost any mechanical room, rooftop unit, pump skid, cooling tower, or air handler and you'll find one...Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:48:00 -05002026-06-17T12:39:00-05:0011160--reid@stromquist.com--6-15-2026-8-22-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11160/blog-understanding-sight-glassessight glass york peerlessThis blog dives into the distinct types of sight glasses and observation ports used in HVAC, boiler, combustion, and refrigeration systems.Why it matters: Understanding...Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:22:00 -05002026-06-22T15:29:00-05:0011157--reid@stromquist.com--6-9-2026-6-35-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11157/blog-what-is-a-pe-or-ep-switch-penumatic pe ep switchCustomers can now gain clear insights into what PE and EP devices do in HVAC pneumatic control systems.Why it matters: Understanding the difference between...Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:35:00 -05002026-06-09T19:04:00-05:0011156--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--6-5-2026-4-47-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11156/blog-data-center-metering-instrumentationdata centerhvacmodern metering requirementsSummary of the Article below :In this article you will learn Data centers are demanding more metering and monitoring than ever before. Driven by AI...Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:47:00 -05002026-06-08T15:15:00-05:0011154--reid@stromquist.com--6-4-2026-5-41-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11154/blog-updated-honeywell-warranty-rma-policy-warranty-processrmawarrantyhoneywellthermalCustomers should note the updated warranty return policy for HW Trade and Thermal Solutions products, which now requires contacting the manufacturer’s technical support team...Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:41:00 -05002026-06-04T20:09:00-05:0011153--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--6-2-2026-3-12-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11153/blog-blower-wheel-vs-impellerBlower Wheel Impeller fan wheel air handlerQuick Summary of the article below:In this article you will learn about a blower wheel and an impeller are often the same component, but...Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:12:00 -05002026-06-04T13:07:00-05:0011152--reid@stromquist.com--5-27-2026-6-33-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11152/blog-honeywell-end-of-life-noticeThis blog breaks down Honeywell’s retirement of dozens of legacy analog sensors, thermostats, wall modules, pressure transmitters, and HVAC control products that are still...Wed, 27 May 2026 18:33:00 -05002026-05-27T19:37:00-05:0011151--reid@stromquist.com--5-27-2026-1-53-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11151/blog-t675f1040-b-discontinuedHoneywell is retiring the T675F1040/B Remote Temperature Controller, impacting contractors, facility teams, and building owners.Why it matters: Understanding the discontinuation timeline and replacement...Wed, 27 May 2026 13:53:00 -05002026-05-27T19:39:00-05:0011147--reid@stromquist.com--5-18-2026-5-05-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11147/blog-direct-acting-vs-reverse-acting-valvesUnderstanding the difference between Direct Acting and Reverse Acting valves is crucial for those in hydronic systems, building automation, or HVAC control valves.Why it...Mon, 18 May 2026 17:05:00 -05002026-05-27T19:40:00-05:0011145--joanna.smitherman@stromquist.com--5-12-2026-9-25-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11145/blog-pneumatic-hvac-controllersreceiver controllersvelocity controllereset volume controllers rsThis blog breaks down three of the most common pneumatic HVAC controllers—Receiver Controllers, Velocity Controllers, and Reset Volume Controllers—and explains what each one...Tue, 12 May 2026 21:25:00 -05002026-05-14T20:00:00-05:0011144--reid@stromquist.com--5-7-2026-8-02-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11144/blog-control-valve-connection-typesThis blog is designed to help contractors, engineers, and facility professionals better understand the different control valve pipe connection types commonly found in hydronic HVAC...Thu, 07 May 2026 20:02:00 -05002026-05-27T19:43:00-05:0011143--reid@stromquist.com--5-7-2026-6-27-00-pmhttp://www.stromquist.com/blog/11143/blog-transducer-vs-transmitterpressuretransmittertransducerIf you are trying to decide between a pressure transmitter and a pressure transducer, this guide will help simplify the selection process. In this blog...Thu, 07 May 2026 18:27:00 -05002026-05-27T19:44:00-05:00