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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical.

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BSL conversions: A cost-efficient method to support high-containment research

BDC Network

In response, the NIH increased its request for research funding in its 2021 budget by $9 billion, or 14.4 BSL-3 labs received the greatest share of that 2021 funding increase due to the need to expand research capacity associated with COVID. The need for and cost of personal protective equipment (PPE) is also lessened in a BSL-2 space.

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NAVAC Sponsors Free HVAC Repairs for Georgia Family

CCR Magazine

NAVAC , the world’s largest supplier of HVAC vacuum pumps in addition to a wide array of tools, gauges, hoses, recovery units and industry-specific items, has sponsored Miracle Mechanical , a charitable initiative dedicated to providing free HVAC and plumbing services to families in need.

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How Well Do You Know Partition STC and Ceiling Acoustics?

Construction Specifier

When walls dont go full height, ceiling systems become key players in acoustic performance. A plenum barrier must be installed above the ceiling and the combined CAC rating must match the STC of the partition below D. Ceiling penetrations for light fixtures and HVAC D. Match ceiling NRC with HVAC sound power output D.

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Outlining the advantages of fabric duct systems

Construction Specifier

As the world continues to reopen, raw material prices are remaining high and many construction sectors, such as the HVAC industry, are feeling the pinch. Likewise, steel HVAC ductwork has seen even higher price rises. How raw materials shortages affect HVAC. The global HVAC market is forecast to grow by at least 6.72

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Energy-saving strategies: Ceiling panels with phase change material (PCM)

Construction Specifier

Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. Both passive processes reduce the demand on mechanical heating/cooling systems.

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National Technical Institute Launches Regional Immersion Program to Expand Workforce Training Solutions for Contractors

CCR Magazine

National Technical Institute (NTI), a state approved trade school with campuses in Las Vegas, Phoenix and Houston, has launched the Regional Immersion Program that offers specialized online trade school educational opportunities to expand workforce training solutions for HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical contractors.