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Exploring Whole House Filtration and Particulate Matter, with Aprilaire (Video)
In this interview with green builder Matt Hoots, Joseph Hillenmeyer with Aprilaire takes a deeper dive into whole-house air filtration and explores what we need to know about healthy air. Awareness of filtration has grown in the… more...
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Filtration
0 replies | 10627 views | Posted on: 02/25/2021 | Last updated: 01/09/2023
Your House May be Making You Sick!
I got questions from a YouTube video regarding ventilation in their home. They also wanted to ventilate their detached art studio. They indicated that they would be sick inside the house during certain times of the year in t… more...
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Filtration
0 replies | 4795 views | Posted on: 09/18/2021 | Last updated: 12/26/2022
Key Humidity Control Concepts by Therma-Stor
Nikki Krueger, Building Science and Business Development Manager at Therma-Stor took the time to introduce the company and also to explain several key dehumidification concepts. This interview is a great example o… more...
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Humidity Control Equipment
0 replies | 9361 views | Posted on: 09/29/2021 | Last updated: 12/26/2022
Artificial Intelligence in HVAC system
Did you know that with the help of artificial intelligence in the HVAC system, you can reduce the carbon footprint in the building and save on electricity bills? AI-powered energy efficiency. In Arloid we believe that the technology crea… more...
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HVAC Instrumentation and Controls
0 replies | 217 views | Posted on: 09/23/2022 | Last updated: 11/24/2022
rheia's Comfort by Design - Smaller, Energy and Labor Efficient Air Distribution Systems
Now that we think about it, thanks to rheia, why is HVAC ductwork so big and bulky, and tangled? We’ve made changes to electrical and plumbing systems, so why not HVAC ducts? Clearly, it’s time for something new. How… more...
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Ductwork
1 replies | 7095 views | Posted on: 04/15/2022 | Last updated: 06/27/2022
Follow Along on the #GreenInfluencerATL Tour of Mitsubishi's Atlanta Headquarters with Corbett Lunsford
See Corbett Lunsford geek out during the #GreenInfluencerATL Mitsubishi tour, and you might be jealous. His first stop? The 3D i-SEE sensor, an 8-element infrared-ray sensor “camera” which is part of their FH HV… more...
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
0 replies | 1804 views | Posted on: 06/02/2022 | Last updated: 06/21/2022
Reactive Sensors and Controls for Home Ventilation, Featuring Corbett Lunsford
Matt Hoots is right that the age of reactive, or smart, sensors is really just about here. We’re going to see a renovation revolution in terms of being able to monitor our air quality measures, comfort elements, and othe… more...
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HVAC Instrumentation and Controls
0 replies | 1170 views | Posted on: 05/21/2022 | Last updated: 06/20/2022
Humidity, Hardwoods and Homes - The Building Science Approach to Protecting your Investment (Video)
Proper humidity is critical for building product condition and durability, just as it’s important for human comfort and health. Do you know the ideal humidity for your hardwood floors and how to manage humidity to protect … more...
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Humidity Control Equipment
0 replies | 9765 views | Posted on: 09/22/2021 | Last updated: 01/08/2022
Webinar: Community Heat Pump Systems: Piping, Pumping and System Controls, January 5, 2 pm ET
Heating buildings by burning fossil fuels causes significant emissions of greenhouse gases. Many states already recognize the need to move away from this and have established climate action goals to help. Depending upon the location and … more...
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Heat Pumps
0 replies | 1649 views | Posted on: 12/05/2021 | Last updated: 12/06/2021
2021 Aprilaire Evaporative Humidifiers – Installs, Specs and Benefits, Thursday December 9, 3 - 4 pm EST
Join us for a technical discussion on our complete lineup of power and bypass evaporative humidifiers. We’ll cover installation techniques, specifications and various applications. Learn everything you need to for success providing cu… more...
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Humidity Control Equipment
0 replies | 920 views | Posted on: 12/03/2021 | Last updated: 12/03/2021
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