The Human Thermostat
My children attended a local elementary school that was affiliated with the church we also attend. My company does the heating service for the church and school. For year...
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Archive for 2015
Boiler-Startup Dangers
"So, how many of these have you started over the years? " the contractor inquired. He was asking about the boilers we sold him for this project.
Boiler-Safety Lessons in a School
The solitude of this peaceful West Virginia town was interrupted on a frigid Monday night in February when the smoke and fire alarms shrieked at 11:30 pm inside the fire ...
More Power!
Star Trek has always been one of my favorite TV series and collection of movies. I like when Captain Kirk pleads with the chief engineer "Scotty" for more power. While we...
Understanding the Boiler Gas Train
One of the most misunderstood portions of the commercial heating system is the gas train. The gas train is a series of components that safely feed the natural or propane ...
Controlling an Existing Hydronic Boiler
I like working with the control techs in our industry. They have such a passion for their craft. If left alone, they will control or monitor everything that moves, slides...
Are Manufacturer's Representatives and Distributors Becoming Extinct?
My Generation-Y children prefer to do their shopping online. "Nobody goes to the store anymore." they argue. I wonder if this will be the future boiler purchasing model.
When Was the Last Time That You Read the Installation Manual?
If you are like most designers or installers, I would wager that you never read the installation manual for the piece of equipment that you design or install. If you do n...
Are There Hidden Problems in Your Next Hydronic Boiler Project?
Designing a commercial boiler replacement where you were not the original designer or installer could have some hidden dangers that may haunt you for years. Assumptions T...
Two-Pipe Systems
A common complaint that building maintenance departments hear is that the occupants are either too hot or too cool. In some instances, both complaints may come from the s...