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This is What a Massive 500 Gallon Propane Tank Explosion Looks Like

If there's one thing that you want to avoid with anything that's propane powered from your grill to your heater, It would most obviously be a situation that would put the propane tank in danger of building up enough pressure to explode and send shrapnel flying everywhere. While these tanks are fitted with safety...

Quick Disconnects for Skid Steers and Excavators

Amazon Hose & Rubber Company is a master distributor for Stucchi hydraulic quick disconnects including the Saturn Block attachment for skid steer and excavator applications.

6 alternative energy ingredients to feed broilers

Alternative feed ingredients abound, and although they take some knowledge to be used properly, they can lower feed costs for an industry that measures profitability in cents instead of dollars per head.

Fluid Power Certifications that Could Make a Difference in Your Facility

Fluid power certifications can make a huge difference in your workplace. Ensure your employees are knowledgeable and ready for any issue!

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants

Want get painful pests off your property? Choose the extermination method that best suits your fire ant infestation.

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

10 beginner plumbing tips everyone should know

Hey guys! We actually just got back from 10 days away, up to Maine visiting family and completely unwinding without cell or internet for a few of those days. Sorry for the crickets in the comments and on social media. Speaking of crickets, we didn’t really see much wildlife on our vacation (that transition works, right?), which is a bummer because I was really hoping to see a moose because I haven’t for many years and everyone has been talking about seeing a…

A unique air-to-water heat pump system from a business entrepreneur

Ways to simplify hydronic heating systems

Do you ever feel there are too many pipes, circulators, controls and other gadgets in the hydronic systems you deal with?

Demystifying Hydronic Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing

Technicians must be determined to damage a system when performing hydronic balancing. By taking a cautious and educated approach,there is nothing to fear.

How is magnetite removed from a hydronic system?

Magnetic dirt removal in hydronic heating and cooling systems is a hot topic these days. Check out this short video, showing how the Caleffi 5465 Series DIRTMAG works.To learn more about magnetic dirt removal technology and magnetite, that nasty "boiler ink" that experienced hydronic service technicians know well, check out Caleffi's May 2015 Magnetic Separation in Commercial Hydronic Systems Coffee with Caleffi webinar.

Electric vs Hydronic [INFOGRAPHIC]

Compare electric and hydronic heated driveway and snow melting systems with this Infographic.

Piping Practices Advance Hydronic Installations

Piping a hydronic system is a key part of installation, and requires time and skill as contractors work to provide top-performing hydronic systems.

Coffee with Caleffi™: Water Quality in Hydronic Systems

Water Quality in Hydronic SystemsThursday, April 16 1pm EDT 12 noon CDT 11am MDT 10am PDT 9am AKDT

Water Quality Can Make or Break a Hydronic System

Water quality. If you haven’t spent a good deal of time thinking about it and the impact it has on your hydronic heating system, think again. In fact, it’s so critical to the performance of the system that the installation and maintenance of the system should never be done without consideration of how to maintain the water quality that keeps the system running.Any untreated system with iron pipework is susceptible to the perils of corrosion, which can sap as much as 15% from…

Radiant; Hydronics; Controls; Snowmelt

How to create a snow-free zone for your most important surface areas.

How High Ceilings Affect HVAC Efficiency

Here are some ways that high ceilings can be accommodated when it comes to heating/cooling operation and efficiency.