Hooked on Hydronics Blog | General Knowledge (7)

Topic: General Knowledge

Project Files: Water Source Heat Pump System

By Joe Britt, PE on July 28, 2016

Observations from the field at an assisted living facility. (The purpose of this blog series is to provide real-world examples of hydronic HVAC and...

Pumps General Knowledge Building Owner Tips Design Engineer Tips

5 Common Installation Mistakes on Base Mounted Pumps

By Joe Britt, PE on July 27, 2016

Some might argue that pumps are the most vital component of a commercial HVAC system. Just as the body cannot live without the heart to pump blood, a...

General Knowledge Building Owner Tips

10 Reasons to Choose Hydronic HVAC Systems for Commercial Buildings

By Kelly Patterson on July 22, 2016

If you’re a commercial building owner or design engineer, you are tasked with choosing the best heating and cooling system to maximize occupant...

General Knowledge Building Owner Tips

4 Reasons Building Owners Should Be Involved in HVAC System Design

By Kelly Patterson on July 21, 2016

We get it. You’re involved with the overall form and function of your building. Whether it’s a high-rise office building downtown, a hospital on the...

Pumps Parts General Knowledge

Mechanical Seals: Getting Back to Basics

By Tyson Williams on July 7, 2016

Mechanical seals are extremely critical components for pump operation. But if you're new to pump repair or if you are a building owner trying to...

General Knowledge Manufacturer Information Boilers and Water Heaters Design Engineer Tips

Insights for Engineers: AERCO Compares Boiler Efficiencies

By Tyson Williams on June 29, 2016

Originally posted on AERCO.com website

General Knowledge Design Engineer Tips

The Cost of Ambiguity in Building System Design

By Joe Britt, PE on June 27, 2016

As a manufacturer’s rep, it is our job to delve into the fine details of a project’s mechanical and plumbing systems. Our task is to select...

General Knowledge Customer Service Manufacturer Information Training Building Owner Tips Boilers and Water Heaters

Manufacturer News: AERCO's End-User Training

By Elizabeth Safran on June 8, 2016

Let’s say you’re the maintenance manager at a hospital. In the middle of the night, a boiler faults and you’re suddenly dead in the water. You can...

General Knowledge

Field Repair or Modification of an ASME-Stamped Pressurized Vessel

By Tyson Williams on June 3, 2016

Have you ever had a situation where your ASME stamped pressurized vessel needed to be field modified or repaired? Hopefully you haven’t but, if you...