Hooked on Hydronics Blog (25)

Manufacturer News: New Manual Balance Valve from Griswold Controls

By Kelly Patterson on March 10, 2016

Griswold Controls is excited to announce the launch of the QuickDisc™ manual balance valve. This valve combines a traditional venturi for flow...

General Knowledge Design Engineer Tips

Potable Water Expansion Tanks: Purpose and Sizing

By David Swinson on March 9, 2016

When you look a water heater in a large building or even a home, you may notice a much smaller tank close by. That small tank is a thermal expansion...

Pumps

HVAC Pump Mechanical Seal Replacement: 9 Tips To Do It Right The First Time!

By Matt Rogers on March 3, 2016

Mechanical seals in HVAC pumps prevent water from escaping the casing (wet end) around the shaft penetration. For a mechanical seal, dirt is the...

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer News: Premium Efficiency Motors Now the New Standard

By Kelly Patterson on February 26, 2016

Here is some news you can news from the Taco Comfort Solutions™!

Parts Customer Service

3 Reasons Why the Lowest PRICE in HVAC Parts is NOT Always the Lowest COST

By Kelly Patterson on February 18, 2016

One of the first questions we always get as HVAC and plumbing equipment reps is “What’s the price?” Depending on the project, a lot of jobs and...

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Manufacturer News: EMI Ductless Equipment at ACCA Conference in Charlotte

By Kelly Patterson on February 18, 2016

ECR International will be displaying EMI Ductless equipment and other products at the ACCA Conference and IE3 Trade Show at the Charlotte Convention...

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A Low Cost Method for Adding Hydronic Heating to Building Upfit and Renovation Projects

By Joe Britt, PE on February 17, 2016

Recently, a facility engineer friend of mine was telling me about a project of his. The industrial company he worked for sold their building to...

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AHR Expo 2016 Was a Success for New and Established Products

By Kelly Patterson on February 15, 2016

From January 24-27, Orlando was filled with over 60,000 HVACR professionals who crowded the Orlando Convention Center hungry to review products and...