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- Ed Neese
Most everyone understands that a hot working environment decreases worker productivity. The same is true about a cold working environment. In this article, I’ll go through the science of why cold weather reduces productivity and what should be done to protect workers. Decreased Productivity When exposed to cold temperatures, the human body begins a defense …
- phoebeej
There are many components in industrial ventilation systems to help keep the air in your facility clean and comfortable. Ventilation systems aim to improve comfort through cooling or heating as well as reducing contaminants in the indoor environment for proper indoor air quality. Air curtains are one piece that may help with both of these aims for …
- Ed Neese
If you are a Bob Seger fan, then you are familiar with one of his most popular songs, Against the Wind. The song is his personal reflection on living and working while trying to move ahead against the forces of life. With the lyrics “running against the wind,” he gives us imagery of something that …
- phoebeej
Industrial ventilation systems are essential for keeping your building comfortable and safe for your people, products, and processes. Therefore, it’s important to design a ventilation system that addresses specific challenges in your building. One way our specialists do this is by using fluid flow analysis software. In this article, we’ll discuss why we use fluid flow analysis …
Design a Ventilation System: Why Fluid Flow Analysis? Read More »
- Clayton Settle
When we see facilities that are suffering from extreme heat conditions, our recommendation is to provide heat relief with new industrial exhaust fans. When ventilation systems fail to provide adequate air flow, the extreme heat can cause inside temperatures to reach dangerous levels. When we see facilities that are suffering from extreme heat conditions, our recommendation …
- phoebeej
Keeping industrial workplaces cool is a challenge for many facilities. These buildings are frequently large with many heat sources inside the building as well as out. Often, this means that mechanical cooling with air conditioning is impractical and cost prohibitive. Instead, it’s essential to invest in well-designed industrial ventilation systems to help with cooling to create a …
Industrial Ventilation Systems: Cooling Solutions for Large Spaces Read More »
- Ed Neese
The summer of 2022 saw extreme heat across most of the US. NOAA data shows that over 170 million Americans were under an extreme heat watch or warning this summer. All forecasts point to the extreme heat getting worse not better. This means that employers with outside workers and factories with unventilated or under-ventilated systems …
- phoebeej
You rely on your industrial exhaust system to keep the air inside your building clean, cool, and dry. Exhaust systems help remove contaminants, heat, and humidity from the air inside your building. However, these systems may also cause noise. If you have a noisy exhaust system, work with our team to find noise control solutions. This can …
- Ed Neese
The most obvious time to replace an old fan is when it has stopped working. But way before a fan reaches the point of total failure, there are signs of future failure that should not be ignored. In this blog, I will cover the most common signs that indicate when to replace old fans. Signs …