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Fan manufacturers rate the volumetric air flow of their products based on air at standard conditions. When Eldridge designs most ventilation systems, we do so using these standard air flows for the fans. However, there are applications where the air is not at standard conditions and we need to determine what is the volume of …
In the midst of the last wave of summer heat, it is hard to imagine that there will ever be a need to turn on a heater to stay warm. However, due to the lead time to order, manufacture and install heating equipment, if you are planning to add new heaters or replace your aging …
CASPR Group has named Eldridge as their new Food Processing Industry distributor in Texas. We are excited to now offer a line of products that are more effective at combating pathogens than UV lights and HEPA filters. At a time when there is so much focus on how to use HVAC systems to keep people …
A gas pipeline operator was constructing a new gas compressor station in Southeast Texas. The volume of gas to be moved through the new station would require a 12,500 HP electric motor to turn the compressor. Keeping such a large electric motor cool during operations requires a motor cooling system that can reliably provide a …
Electric Motor Cooling System Design and Manufacturing Read More »
A well-designed industrial ventilation system may require more than just supply and exhaust fans. We all know that fans are needed to make a ventilation system run. They are to a ventilation system what an engine is to a car. Just like choosing a new car, the goals and requirements of your ventilation system will …
Upgrades to Include in Your Industrial Ventilation System Read More »
A good customer needed help solving dehumidification issues with two of their packaging and compounding pharmacies in Houston. Both had unique requirements that made it a challenge to find the best solution for each application. Tight Humidity Specifications The primary function of our customer’s two pharmacies was to repackage and mix bulk medicines for use …
In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, we discussed The Codes that apply and the Two Key Factors that go into the design of an explosion proof or hazardous area ventilation system. In this third and final part, we will discuss how ventilation equipment, such as explosion proof fans, should be manufactured to reduce …
Ventilation Systems for Hazardous Areas Part 3: Manufacturing Equipment Read More »
In Part 1 of this series, we talked about the codes that apply to the design of an explosion proof or hazardous ventilation system. In Part 2, we will discuss two key factors that go into hazardous ventilation system design, which are the amount of air flow required and the location of the equipment. Required …
Ventilation Systems for Hazardous Areas Part 2: System Design Factors Read More »
Our customers often ask us to design a ventilation system for a hazardous area based on hazardous ventilation system codes where there is a fire or explosion potential due to flammable gases, vapors or dust. Designing the right ventilation system for a customer’s particular application requires: Understanding what hazardous ventilation system codes apply; The amount …
Ventilation Systems for Hazardous Areas Part 1: The Codes Read More »