06 Jun 2023

Air Handler Anatomy and the Importance of Routine Cleaning

It is crucially important to understand the basic air handler unit anatomy of a chilled water HVAC system. This knowledge successfully steers the cleaning and maintenance for each section of the AHU. It also provides visibility to its respective impact on system performance, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. ASHRAE Standard 62.1 Section 8 gives […]

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03 Apr 2023

Chilled Water HVAC Coil Optimization – Keep it Clean

  This is a very basic overview of a chilled water HVAC system for people in other parts of a facility management program including purchasing, administration and even non-mechanical executives. A commercial chilled water HVAC system is a type of air conditioning system that works by circulating cold water through plumbing and mechanical equipment to […]

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23 Jan 2023

Fouled HVAC Coils? Here’s the Solution

Fouling of evaporator coils occurs for several reasons. Facilities managers, concerned about providing a safe and productive work environment, prevent this through routine HVAC maintenance. For example, air filter replacements and coil cleanings help the system circulate clean air. Before we address the solutions, let’s explore some of the reasons for fouled HVAC coils.  Filter […]

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25 Jul 2022

Clean Coils Save Energy and Money

Operating costs remain a concern for facilities managers and energy use is chief among them. However, maintaining HVAC systems is a way to improve the energy efficiency of buildings. To put it simply, clean coils save energy and money. Coil cleaning saves money on more than energy bills. It leads to fewer repair calls and […]

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03 Jan 2022

How Often to Clean AC Coils?

With the Omnicron variant blazing its way through the US, issues of indoor air quality remain a top concern for building managers. Proper ventilation is critical to controlling its spread. Therefore, cleaning and maintaining HVAC systems is also important. One concern many business owners and managers have is, how often to clean AC coils. ASHRAE […]

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08 Sep 2020

How Does Your Coil Cleaning Stack Up?

Indoor air quality has never been more important. This won’t change in a post-COVID-19 world. Building managers must make clean air a priority beyond the pandemic. This is critical for the health and safety of workers, but rising energy costs are a factor as well. Here are some of the benefits of maintaining HVAC systems […]

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21 May 2019

HVAC Coil Testing Determines Amount of Fouling

HVAC coil testing is important to determine the amount of obstruction or level of fouling before cleaning. Measurement and verification (M&V) shows what areas of the coil need the most attention. It establishes a baseline for the amount of airflow passing through the coil. Tests taken after cleaning are then compared to the baseline. A […]

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26 Mar 2019

HVAC New Life Chosen as a Money-Saving Product by BUILDINGS Media

Innovative HVAC restoration solution from Pure Air Control Services joins an elite group of 65 products and services showcased online at buildings.com. BUILDINGS has selected HVAC New Life restoration as a 2019 Money-Saving Products winner. The editorial staff evaluated finalists for their money-saving qualities. Criteria such as energy efficiency, water savings, and improved maihttps://www.buildings.com/product-category/categoryid/33/category/hvac/subcategoryid/34/subcategory/heatingair-conditioning/productid/4840/product/hvac-new-lifentenance were […]

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10 Apr 2018

HVAC Restoration Increases Equipment Lifespan

Just because an air handling unit is old doesn’t mean it needs to be replaced. This is especially true when managing a large mechanical inventory and replacements cost both time and capital resources. HVAC restoration is an option that should be kept on the table. Facility, engineering and operation directors often times have to wrestle […]

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