Increasing emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency has made natural ventilation an attractive option for plant and facility HVAC design. Natural ventilation allows companies to use less fuel for heating and cooling, which in turn is better for the environment. These are not the only advantages provided by natural ventilation. Here are three additional natural … Continued
Did you know that technically there is no such thing as an explosion proof fan? While there are enclosures and motors that are rated explosion proof, it is not possible to rate a fan as explosion proof. The reason: explosion proof design requires isolation from the potentially explosive air. By nature of the way … Continued
Choosing the right industrial fan for an application involves a variety of considerations. Whether your process requires high or low airflow, high or low pressure, or presents particular environmental challenges, your decision requires a well-considered process involving many things, only one of which is the price. It is important to keep in mind that identifying … Continued
There are many reasons why noise abatement is essential in an industrial work environment, ranging from employees ability to hear what is going on in their work area to the prevention of long-term hearing damage in employees who are subjected to working amidst noisy processes and equipment. Through OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) the … Continued
Air Solutions Inc. is proud to welcome Flextech Industries, Ltd. to our line of quality industrial air movement products. Flextech Industries engineers and manufactures dampers and expansion joints to meet a broad range of general and custom application needs. Air Solutions now offers customers the benefits of the Flextech line of industrial dampers. Flextech louver … Continued
It is essential to manage weld fume to promote worker safety and energy efficiency. In many cases, this is highly complicated due to the size or dimension of the part being welded. Additional challenges may include the layout of the facility, other equipment occupying space in the welding process area, and other work environment challenges. … Continued
Do you have combustible dusts in your operation? A critical new National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) development is on the horizon. It is essential that all businesses and facilities that have combustible dust are prepared for the changes. NFPA 652 was issued in 2015, setting a new standard on the fundamentals of combustible dust. This … Continued
Was excessive heat a problem in your facility a problem last summer? If so, now is the time to think about a solution. High temperatures in your warehouse or manufacturing facility will have an adverse impact on the health and productivity of the people working in those areas. The condition of your capital equipment, materials, … Continued
Electrostatic precipitators offer a highly effective way to achieve clean air goals. The UAS SMOG-HOG is the industry’s most well-known line of electrostatic precipitators, which are not only used for air filtration, but also for oil removal that leaves no grease or smoke particle behind. UAS Smog-Hog electrostatic precipitators keep factory air clean and processes … Continued
Providing clean air in metalworking processes, mist collectors are used in conjunction with machine tools to curtail the adverse effects of metalworking fluid exposure. Mist collection systems help companies comply with indoor air quality requirements and reduce maintenance costs. Liquid droplets 20 microns, or smaller, in diameter, are considered mist. Mists typically include oil-based and … Continued
