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With the harsh marine environment bringing potential storm-force winds and heavy rain, it can be a challenge for engineers to minimize the consequential impact on a vessel’s industrial critical ventilation systems. Fortunately, there is an effective solution: the Eldridge Storm Guard Hood. The Storm Guard Hood is a secure barrier, preventing water from entering the ventilation …

Marine Storm Guard Hood Keeps Water Out of Machinery Spaces Read More »

Due to its ability to regulate humidity levels more effectively than refrigerant style dehumidifiers, the use of desiccant dehumidifiers has grown exponentially since their invention in the 1950s. Now, many industries have adopted this technology to improve their processes and products. In this article, I will explore some of the many usages of desiccant dehumidification. …

Usages for Desiccant Dehumidification Read More »

Are you an industrial business owner dealing with ever-increasing air quality regulations? If so, you know that the proper industrial ventilation system design is essential to ensuring that your facility meets emission requirements and safeguards against airborne dust. However, installing a new ventilation system to help you catch up with industry standards can be very …

Retrofit Ventilation System Design: Reduce Airborne Dust Read More »

The volumetric airflow of industrial fans is measured at standard conditions which are referred to as standard cubic feet per minute or SCFM.  Standard conditions are atmospheric pressure of 14.7 psi and air temperature of 70 degrees F.  But what happens to airflow if the air temperature is not at standard conditions?  In this article, …

Air Temperature Impacts Airflow Read More »

If you’re an industrial business owner, you know that every element of your industrial ventilation systems needs to be as efficient and cost-effective as possible. One way to ensure maximum efficiency is by choosing the right fan for your air movement requirements. But which type works best in a given situation—axial or centrifugal? Today, we will compare these …

Industrial Axial or Centrifugal Fans: Which is the Best Option? Read More »

Ventilating a compressor room is a critical aspect of maintaining an efficient, safe, and long-lasting operation. In this blog, I’ll explore strategies for ventilating a compressor room. Understanding the Basics Before diving into the specifics of ventilating a compressor room, it’s crucial to understand why proper ventilation is necessary. Compressors generate heat, noise, and potentially …

Strategies for Ventilating a Compressor Room Read More »

Are doors in your facility unexpectedly slamming shut, even on a calm day? It’s not only annoying, but extremely dangerous to your employees. This is a common indication that the indoor air pressure being generated by your industrial ventilation system is off-balance. Buildings can have either negative or positive air pressure. When your facility has …

Doors Slamming Shut? Check Your Indoor Air Pressure Read More »

Industrial ventilation systems are integral to creating and maintaining a safe and efficient working environment for people, products and equipment. While the initial costs for a top-tier ventilation system can be substantial, it’s crucial to weigh these against the long-term savings and benefits. In this week’s blog, I’ll provide a closer look at how investing …

Investing in a High-Quality Ventilation System Read More »

The safety and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products is critical. This is why companies must ensure a quality production process at all times. Clean environment ventilation in pharma manufacturing environments is essential for achieving this goal. To guarantee clean air throughout the production space, you must ensure that your ventilation system is designed to efficiently capture …

Clean Environment Ventilation for Pharmaceutical Production Read More »