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Heating the Historical
Designing for human comfort under the constraints of a heritage home in the mountains.
Montreal-based BrainBox AI recognized by TIME Magazine
Developer of autonomous HVAC control technology for buildings makes list of the world’s most innovative inventions of 2020.
Montreal-based BrainBox AI Raises $12M to Expand Its Reach
Using artificial intelligence to reduce energy costs by up…
What a Mesh!
Wi-Fi networks are getting stronger because the devices are working together to deliver the messages.
UPDATED: CMPX 2020 Product Spotlight
The Canadian Mechanical and Plumbing Exposition (CMPX) was scheduled…
Smart Field Devices
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ASHRAE releases resources to address COVID-19 (coronavirus) concerns
The COVID-19 Preparedness Resources page addresses coronavirus 2019 concerns with respect to the operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems.
University of Waterloo develops new sensor for better leak protection in buildings
The new sensor is smaller than a nickel and could retail for one tenth of the price of current leak detection devices on the market.
Development underway on new Google Nest HVAC alert technology
The Google Nest Smart Home system has partnered with…
Johnson Controls acquires EasyIO Building and Energy Management System
Johnson Controls has closed an agreement to purchase the…
IoT permeates market, contractors pushed to get on board
I literally remember hearing that 9600 baud modem squeal…
Is the Internet of Things an HVAC thing?
I developed an intense interest in science and technology…
Mechanical industry sees rise in wireless technology
Wireless technology has been around in our businesses for…
How to solve the top three electrical problems in mechanical systems
When I was asked to do an article on…
Tulsar projects job creation at Brantford, ON facility
Control system manufacturer Tulsar Canada has attributed “unprecedented growth”…
The keys to optimal radiant system performance
Controls play an integral role in ensuring today’s hydronic…
What you need to know about electrical resistance
There are some facts about thermistors and resistance that…
Make the right choice: An overview of new plumbing and hydronic valves
Several manufacturers have introduced new balancing valve technologies into…
Acquisition affirms Johnson Controls’ commitment to thermostat portfolio
Johnson Controls recently announced it has acquired the assets…
Measure, Test, Send with the Wohler A450!
The Wohler A 450 combustion analyzer is an affordably…
Change of vision with differential temperature control
Over time the hydronic industry has changed the approach…
How to align expectations of hydronic systems with reality
It is not uncommon for contractors, and sometimes consumers,…
Sorting through the finer points of AC and DC voltages
We all know, young or old, what comes to…
Common issues and installation errors in control systems – Part III
As noted in Part I and Part II of…
Taking the mystery out of electricity in HVAC
How many times have you heard someone say “Who…
Getting it right – part II: Troubleshooting hydronic controls
As it was noted in Part I of this…
Getting it right – part I: Troubleshooting hydronic control systems
Control systems are often blamed when hydronic systems are…
Event to host largest ever education program
The 2018 ASHRAE Winter Conference takes place January 20-24…
Ruskin adds 5,000 square feet to Kansas plant
Ruskin – air controls solutions manufacturer – has expanded…
Ontario rolls out smart thermostat program
Homeowners or renters living in single-detached, semi-detached, townhome or…
