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- Taylor Nguyen
Meat processing facilities face unique ventilation challenges. Airborne contaminants like dust, bacteria, and odors, combined with high humidity and strict hygiene standards, demand specialized solutions. Effective ventilation in food processing is crucial for worker health, product safety, and regulatory compliance. A well-designed system removes harmful pollutants, controls temperature and humidity, and prevents the spread of …
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- Ed Neese
At Eldridge, we thrive on tackling toughest industrial ventilation challenges. Our company culture is built on a problem-solving mindset, and for long-time employees, it’s second nature. Our seven patents showcase our innovative approach to ventilation issues. To ensure future Eldridge technical salespeople embrace this problem-solving ethos, we’ve documented key elements of our approach. In this …
- Ed Neese
A well-designed marine ventilation system is crucial for any vessel. It serves two main purposes. First, it brings in fresh air to make breathing easier and control moisture. This helps prevent mold and rust, cutting down on maintenance. Second, it moves out hot air to keep machines running well and crew members comfortable in closed …
- Taylor Nguyen
Electronic component manufacturing involves intricate processes and powerful chemicals. To ensure a safe and productive work environment, proper ventilation system design is essential. It’s not just about keeping the air clean; it’s about protecting your employees’ health, maintaining product quality, and meeting industry regulations. A poorly designed ventilation system can lead to serious consequences. Harmful fumes can …
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- Ed Neese
Fall is here, bringing relief from the hot summer. Workers in poorly ventilated buildings are enjoying cooler temperatures. But summer 2025 doesn’t have to repeat the same old heat problems that affect worker health and safety. If you plan now, you can budget for a ventilation system upgrade in 2025. Making the Case for Investment …
- Taylor Nguyen
In industrial ventilation systems, coils are responsible for heating, cooling, and dehumidifying the air. There are many different types of coils, each with its own function and purpose. Heat transfer coils are versatile, refrigerant coils offer precise control, chilled water coils excel at consistent cooling, hot water coils provide reliable heating, and steam coils deliver …
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- Ed Neese
It’s common knowledge that a hot workplace lowers worker output. The same holds true for a cold workplace setting. This blog will explore the science behind productivity decline in cold weather and what steps should be taken to safeguard workers. Productivity Decline When faced with cold temperatures, the human body starts to defend itself to …
- Taylor Nguyen
Your industrial ventilation system design is critical for maintaining a safe, healthy, and energy-efficient environment. However, navigating the complex web of regulations and standards governing ventilation design can be daunting. Non-compliance can lead to serious consequences, including health risks, legal issues, and increased energy costs. Today we will break down the key considerations for ventilation …
Compliant Ventilation System Design (OSHA, ANSI, ASHRAE, NFPA, EPA) Read More »
- Ed Neese
As the weather changes to cooler temperatures, the operating routine for your ventilation system should also change. Here are some tips from the Eldridge ventilation experts for operating a ventilation system in cooler weather. Replace Heaters The first priority for a ventilation system in cooler temperatures is to provide heat. This can be expensive with …
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