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FA10 and FA12 Coalescing Filter/Regulator Series – ControlAir Inc.

September 3, 2019

The Type FA10 Coalescing Filter is designed to remove liquid aerosols and sub-micron particles from compressed air; the FA12 Filter Regulator with Coalescing Filter combines the coalescing filter with a high-performance filter regulator in one convenient piggy-back assembly.

Access Control System – Lilin Americas

August 22, 2019

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When integrated with other platforms, such as IP cameras, fire alarms, and sensors, the system provides a layered security approach that significantly enhances peace-of-mind and acts as a deterrent for theft and vandalism.

San Francisco's Moscone Center Adds an Underground Cooling Tower, 21 New AHUs, and More

Andrew Tranovich P.E.

September 11, 2018

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Underground cooling towers and controls with graphics custom-designed to complement the facility engineers’ operational expectations? These are just two aspects of the Moscone Center’s expansion strategy to stand out and stand up to unusual demands.

Nidec completes acquisition of Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques

February 21, 2017

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Nidec Corporation completed the acquisition of Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques, Emerson Electric’s motors, drives, and electric power generation businesses.

Emerson Control Techniques celebrates 40 years

October 4, 2013

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Control Techniques, an Emerson Industrial Automation business, recently marked its 40th anniversary.

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Using Control Charts To Monitor Room Temperature

Scott Albert Albena Iossifova

June 10, 2013

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In this tale of setpoint sleuthing, the team at Slippery Rock University digs hard into the data to discover why and where the old BAS strategy was going wrong. See what the measurements and math turned up for various spaces in terms of culprits and recommendations.

The Challenges Of Federal Government Procurement

With a collaborative design approach and the choice to forego networking protocols, this nuclear facility’s controls upgrade points toward an atypical alternate for success.

Kevin Brooks

March 29, 2013

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The procurement process used by the U.S. government (or its contractor) can follow one of several different paths. Usually, an equipment specification is written that contains performance criteria and other requirements. A solicitation is then released and potential sellers competitively bid for the work.

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The Importance Of Measurement And Feedback

We won’t open greater system potential until the feedback loop is closed.

Paul Ehrlich P.E.

February 26, 2013

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Bill Gates, the founder and former CEO of Microsoft, has dedicated his time and efforts toward running the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Integration Flying High Down Under

Barry Campbell

May 17, 2006

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You’d expect the largest hotel in Australia to employ the latest integration opportunities.

Another Tool in the Tool Box—How UA Members Are Training and Using 3D Solutions in Piping Projects

In the summer of 2014 the United Association (UA) started a new course to teach their membership the use of laser scanning equipment and related software to create highly accurate three-dimensional point clouds of existing buildings and mechanical systems for the use with BIM applications. Pat Ramirez and Erik Lambrecht were tasked to create the new course which lead to a partnership with FARO.

Ensuring Total Power Backup System Availability – Maintenance and Testing

While the basic concept and need of backup power systems has not changed, the increased likelihood of power outages has put greater reliance on backup power systems, making the their reliability more important than ever. When a utility outage occurs, the backup generator is expected to immediately start and support the load; however, even the best emergency backup power system, utilizing the highest-quality equipment, can be rendered useless if not properly maintained.

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2019 September

Engineered Systems magazine’s September 2019 issue questions the need for multiple building codes that cover the same subjects, examines the dos and don’ts of power systems for critical facilities, offers tips on how to select the proper centrifugal pump circuit flow controls, and much more.

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