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Fastrack - August 8, 2012

Aug. 8, 2012
Backflow Prevention: Last Line of Defense for Plumbing-System Safety
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August 8, 2012

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Backflow Prevention: The Last Line of Defense for Plumbing-System Safety

By JOHN VASTYAN, Common Ground, Manheim, Pa.

In a piping system, water is intended to flow in one direction: from the supply to the point of delivery. Danger lurks when the pressure in a system exceeds the pressure of the supply. Anytime pressure in a system drops, even momentarily, the system is subject to backflow, back pressure, or back siphonage, opening the door to contamination. This can happen all too easily when a water main is shut off, a water main is broken, or water demand surges in a specific area.

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Proposed Facility Smart-Grid Standard Open for Public Review

A proposed standard intended to create smart facilities in support of a national smart-grid effort is open for an advisory public review ending Sept. 3.

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ASHRAE Names Distinguished Lecturers

ASHRAE recently named 11 individuals to its Distinguished Lecturer program, which provides speakers on topics impacting the built environment.

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AP Coilflex® Duct Liner from Armacell is now available in 1-1/2" Fiber-free AP Coilflex elastomeric foam duct liner is ideal for air handling systems, VAV units, ducts and other air system components requiring condensation control and resistance to moisture, damage or heat gain. AP Coilflex duct liner reduces the noise generated by fans and air movement, making it especially effective for schools, hospitals, commercial and government buildings where good acoustics are important. More

Fujitsu Expands VRF Training

Fujitsu Training Academy now offers instruction on the design, installation, troubleshooting, and diagnostics of variable-refrigerant-flow (VRF) systems at two locations, in addition to online.

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Cut Energy Costs, Increase Indoor Comfort With IAQPoint2 Honeywell Analytics introduces IAQPoint2, a customizable touch screen monitor with ability to control three IAQ parameters (Carbon Dioxide or Volatile Organic Compounds, temperature and humidity). The unit boosts energy efficiency, fresh air comfort and building performance through on-demand ventilation activation with relays triggering fans locally or via a building automation system. The unit contributes to green building practices, and complies with ASHRAE 62.1, CSA-B52 and the International Building Code. Call Honeywell Analytics, 800-563-2967, or visit www.iaqpoint2.com

Momentum Building for Mechanical Systems Week 2012

As Mechanical Systems Week 2012, a national seminar and product showcase devoted to HVACR, hydronics, and plumbing, draws near, conference sessions and speakers continue to be added, and exhibitors and sponsors continue to come aboard.

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Finite Element & Stress Analysis Design Metraflex now offers Delegated Design services. Metraflex uses CAEPipe® finite element analysis software to analyze your complex piping layouts for movement, stresses and anchor loads. You receive all the materials and calculations required for you to meet submittal requirements. Metraflex services include: Stress analysis, Design Calculations, Anchor Details, Guide details, Material Certificates and Welding Certificates. For your free files go to Metraflex.com.
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