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Humidity is a big issue in South Florida. Not only can it make your building uncomfortable, but in addition, it can cause a great deal of damage to your equipment as well as the structure of your building. It is far more affordable to maintain safe humidity levels than it is to deal with the consequences of high humidity. Spot …

Server rooms and closets are always at risk of overheating, especially during the hottest months of the year. Maintaining an appropriate temperature and humidity level is crucial to preventing serious technological difficulty. Did you know that for every 10 degree increase in temperature in a server room, the life expectancy of the equipment decreases by half? Even worse, if the …

From emergency situations to smart solutions, air-cooled spot coolers offer a lot of versatility. When compared to a water-cooled spot cooler, an air-cooled unit is the more common option. We’ll go over the differences between the two later, but first, here’s everything you need to know about air-cooled spot coolers. How Air-Cooled Spot Coolers Work Spot coolers work similarly to …

The key to throwing a great outdoor party in South Florida is to keep the temperature as cool and comfortable as possible with a spot cooler. Easier said than done when the average summertime temperature is in the neighborhood of ninety degrees with humidity levels reaching 90 percent in the evening and around 60 percent in the day time. Even …

A transformer is an important piece of equipment for many businesses. Commonly used in manufacturing units, industrial facilities and other commercial sectors, transformers come in a variety of selections. It’s essential to find the right one to meet your needs. The two main factors to consider when finding the right transformer for your business include: Location – where will it …

Heat illness is no joke; in fact, it can result in death. Heat illness doesn’t just impact employees who work outside. High temperature and humidity, as well as limited air movement in a building can all contribute to heat illness, especially if workers are moving around and/or undergoing physical exertion. Using bulky protective clothing and equipment further complicates matters. In …

A hurricane calls for disaster recovery – are you prepared for what you’ll need to do in an emergency? From power outages to water removal, there are a variety of things you may need to do to get your business back up and running as quickly as possible. It’s especially important to be hurricane-ready in Florida where 40 percent of …

Knowing the equipment your facility requires in an emergency or temporary situation can make all the difference in reducing downtime and improving your bottom line. Each business has their own unique requirements and so the same solution that works for your neighbor may not be the best solution for you. That’s why we have created a series of questions that’ll …

Industrial plants face downtime for a variety of reasons. Knowing the main causes of downtime could help your business plan against losses. In fact, as the maintenance manager of an industrial plant you have the power to impact your company’s bottom line even more so than the power of 100 great sales people combined. That’s because you can plan to …

14 HVAC Terms You Need to Know HVAC Let’s start with the most basic term of the bunch – HVAC, or heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. These systems are used to improve indoor air quality and cool down a variety of spaces from residential homes to commercial warehouses and server rooms. Portable HVAC Unit A portable HVAC unit is easier …