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Safety When Handling Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

Safety When Handling Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

Safety when handling commercial refrigeration equipment is absolutely necessary for any business or company. Handling refrigeration equipment safely can prevent accidental damages. Accidental damages can result in spending more money to purchase another unit or even worse damage to the individual or individuals handling it. ...read more

The Regulations for Ammonia Refrigeration

The Regulations for Ammonia Refrigeration

Ammonia can be harmful to the eyes and skin and lung, especially when it is exposed to air. When it is exposed to air, it is extremely dangerous. Although it has these dangers, it is still used in many industries. There are many regulations that have been set to ensure that people use it safely. ...read more

Commercial Wholesale Refrigeration Equipment

Commercial Wholesale Refrigeration Equipment

Many restaurants and food bearing grocery or convenient stores use commercial wholesale refrigeration equipment. This equipment can hold large food items for restaurant use or supermarket use. A wholesale distributor or manufacturer typically sells commercial wholesale refrigeration equipment. You can find these distributors online or locally. ...read more

Simple Ways of DIY Home Repair and Improvement

Simple Ways of DIY Home Repair and Improvement

Do it yourself, or DIY, home improvement projects and repair have become popular weekend past times for many homeowners.   You can choose to remodel your bathroom or install a closet fixture. There is no project too big or small. If you think you might be interested in taking up this hobby, learn some tips to get you started. ...read more

How to Install Drain Plumbing in a Kitchen Sink

How to Install Drain Plumbing in a Kitchen Sink

Installing a new drain plumbing is easy and sometimes doesn't require alot of help to get this job done in no time flat. By following the simple steps the drain will be properly installed without no trouble, and this method will save you time and money instead of relying on an expensive plumber. This will definelty be helpful to the prideful handyman too. ...read more

Troubleshooting Commercial Refrigeration

Troubleshooting Commercial Refrigeration

Commercial refrigerators are found in supermarkets and large restaurants around the world. Their job is to keep everything from frozen peas to full racks of beef protected from spoilage and bacteria. While it usually takes a repair technician to work on these units, even shop and restaurant owners can troubleshoot them if they learn a few troubleshooting steps. ...read more

Find Refrigeration System Diagrams

Find Refrigeration System Diagrams

Refrigeration system diagrams are used by commercial refrigeration technicians and engineers to maintain and repair refrigeration systems used in supermarkets, restaurants, hospitals and other large buildings that have a need for an expansive refrigeration system. Each system is individually complex and has an interconnected system of pipes and ventilation. ...read more

Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Repair and Maintenance

Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Repair and Maintenance

Commercial refrigeration can be found in many types of businesses, including restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores and industrial warehouses. As with anything else, commercial refrigeration equipment can break down and will need maintenance. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on HVAC repair, there are simple things that business owners can do to maintain their refrigeration systems and save money. ...read more

How to Repair a Damaged Refrigeration Equipment

How to Repair a Damaged Refrigeration Equipment

Repairing damaged refrigeration equipment in most cases needs to be done by someone trained in the HVAC industry. This is due to the complexity and danger of working with refrigerant products. Some simple repair may be done, but always use caution. ...read more

Commercial Refrigeration Parts

Commercial Refrigeration Parts

Commercial refrigeration parts are a need in industries which commercial refrigeration appliances are used, but they are not always easy to purchase. The process of ordering is not difficult, but locating a quality replacement part can be extremely hard to accomplish. The key is to look for a quality part. ...read more

How to Replace a Sink Drain Plumbing

How to Replace a Sink Drain Plumbing

Most leaks under sinks are caused by a bad seal between the sink itself and the sink strainer.  Therefore, simply tightening the nut that holds the pieces together may be all that you need to do. However, if the leak persists, you need to either replace the sink’s gaskets or the entire sink. ...read more

Principles of Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Principles of Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

There are two general principles of ammonia refrigeration systems.  Vapor compression systems use anhydrous ammonia, an ammonia (NH3) that does not contain water.  The other system, absorption cooling uses a generator in combination with aqua ammonia, an ammonia that contains water.    ...read more

Absorption Refrigeration Systems

Absorption Refrigeration Systems

Absorption refrigeration is the choice for any location where electric service is not easily available.  In simple terms, this refrigerator uses a heat source to make energy, therefore powering the cooling system.   Common heat sources are propane, solar or kerosene.  Absorption refrigerators are also inexpensive to operate, making them very popular.  ...read more

Why Are Hydroxides Used in Drain Openers?

Why Are Hydroxides Used in Drain Openers?

There is little more annoying than to be wholly engaged in the enjoyment of cooking a meal only to discover that your sink’s drainage system has suddenly decided to stage a revolt. Dealing with a clogged drain can be a monumental headache and no one enjoys doing so. Thankfully, with the use of the right product, you no longer have to. ...read more

How to Check the Capacity of a Heat Pump

How to Check the Capacity of a Heat Pump

The capacity of a heat pump is based solely on the size of the area needing to be heated or cooled.  A heat pump will heat the home and also cool it by removing the heat.  Larger areas will obviously need a larger heat pump.  Determining the size and capacity of a heat pump is not difficult and does not require a professional. ...read more