Electric Furnaces News & Trends

SPX Cooling Technologies Inc. has released details of its expanded MH Fluid Cooler line, designed to meet an even more diverse range of applications. The MH Fluid Cooler is now available with three coil materials, each delivering its own advantages. MH Element™ Fluid Cooler The most recent innovation, the MH Element™ Fluid Cooler, is equipped with copper coils. Copper offers superior corrosion resistance and improved heat transfer. Compared with traditional hot-dip...

Aggreko is proud to announce that they have completed commissioning of the largest flare gas to power project in the Middle East to date, with 165 MW capacity. The plant is situated nearby the Saqala Field, Garmain block, in South East Kurdistan. The 165 MW modular power plant has run at full capacity for 72 hours in the project’s final site acceptance test (SAT), marking successful on-time, on-budget delivery. Flare gas to power project The plant is run on approximately 40 million squa...

All valves play a part in making a machine safe and functional. The Watts 210 automatic gas shutoff valve is used to make some water heaters safer, similar to a regular temperature and pressure (T&P) valve. What Does It Look Like? The Watts 210 valve looks like a three-way connector with the middle of the ‘T’ shape having an elongated thermostat that is meant to be fitted down into the heater itself. The other two ends are where the gas line connects through. How Does It Work?...

As the cooler season calls for the furnace to be running, it can be unsettling when it starts making noises. While some creaks and hums are normal, loud, new, or unexpected sounds can be a sign that there is more going on than meets the eye! It’s always a good idea to investigate a new sound, especially if the furnace stops working.  Reasons  Here are possibilities of what that loud noise can mean: A high-pitched squeal: If it sounds like nails on a chalkboard, homeowners m...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company in smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, celebrated the 50th anniversary of the company’s commercial HVAC manufacturing plant in Norman, Oklahoma, USA. The 900,000 square-feet facility, known as Johnson Controls Rooftop Center of Excellence, serves as the company’s flagship location for industry research, manufacturing and testing of commercial rooftop units. Johnson Controls Rooftop Center of Excellence  In 1971, t...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and transport refrigeration, has reaffirmed its commitment to net-zero emissions at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP26). 2050 net-zero target As part of both the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Race to Zero campaign and the Science-Based Targets initiatives (SBTi) Business Ambition for 1.5°C, Trane Technologies has...

Graham Russell, managing director of heating and cooling systems manufacturer, Viessmann, has commented on the publication of the UK Government’s Heat & Buildings Strategy: “Viessmann wholeheartedly welcomes today’s publication of the UK Government’s Heat & Buildings Strategy. The new strategy sets out a plan to achieve substantial carbon reductions from the heat in buildings during this decade, towards meeting the net-zero target in 2050. Its publication, just a...

Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning are committed to training Isaac the best technicians in the business. To fulfill this commitment, Isaac is opening a brand new training and education facility. This new facility will provide hands-on experience with heating, A/C, electrical, and plumbing. “There isn’t a heating and air conditioning company in the country that’s doing what we’re doing,” said Ray Isaac, President. “The new Isaac Training & Education C...

There are different kinds of heaters and heating elements for different needs. Insulated VET-preheaters are suitable for the preheating of flat or round workpieces and are easy to use. The thermal insulation is part of the element. Fixing onto the workpiece is simple and fast using steel banding or clamping magnets. VHV-heating mats are suitable for preheating, post-weld, heat treatments process heating, etc. VHV-heating elements are used for flat or round workpieces. VHVP-heating mats are abou...

In a joint statement, the Dutch company - Koelplan and the internationally active family business - Viessmann announced that both are entering into a strategic partnership in the Netherlands. The aim of the partnership is to expand Koelplans’ growth in the installation and service of air conditioning, heat pump, and air treatment installations. For Viessmann, headquartered in Germany, the collaboration will lead to better market access in the Netherlands and the expansion of its acti...

Summertime is such an enjoyable moment because you get to enjoy the heat from the natural environment. The fall is here with the user but who says the party has to stop? A furnace will do the trick; it will keep them warm whenever needed. Before heating the house, the user needs to pay attention to a few things. This is in the interest of user safety and their loved ones. Relying on a poorly maintained furnace might lead to accidents that they’ll live to regret for the rest of their life....

Aggreko, the provider of mobile and modular power solutions, has partnered with the 43rd Ryder Cup to provide a complete power solution for the prestigious international golf championship.  The Ryder Cup The Ryder Cup will take place from September 24-26, 2021, at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin. The 7,790-yard course on the shore of Lake Michigan will host nearly 50,000 spectators each day. Aggreko will provide onsite power, heating, and cooling for over 100 tents and facili...

In the late 1990s, standby generators were thought of like central air was in the 1970s. It was not very common and something few people had. Today, however, they’re becoming a lot more popular. In fact, many brand new homes are often built with backup generators, increasing the home’s desirability and resale value. Backup/standby generators Smaller than an air conditioning unit, modern backup generators are quiet and generate enough power to run the entire house. Home owners can t...

If the user wants to truly become a Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) professional and do things the right way every time, Isaac can help the user get there. Isaac has a direct route for the user to learn the trades. Whether they want to focus on heating and A/C or plumbing and electrical, Isaac can help. It’s all about the desire to learn and have a passion for what the user is doing. If they are starting from scratch, Isaac has a solution. Many times, Isaac meets someone who’s l...

Isaac technicians receive more hands-on training in the first six weeks of their employment than installers and service staff at other heating and air conditioning companies typically receive throughout their careers. This extensive training is offered by Isaac University. This is the dedicated training center of Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning. Also, the training program is modeled by companies across the country, inside and outside of the HVAC industry, as THE standard for technical...

Each year, strong windstorms drive home the value of having a generator ready when the power goes out. Isaac sells safe, reliable natural gas- or propane-powered generators. Here are five reasons these are an excellent choice for home, based on safety, peace of mind, and reliability. Standby generator advantages Automatically go on when the power goes off The user doesn’t need to go into the snow, pull the generator out, and fill it with gas with frozen fingers while trying to read...

In August 2018, Isaac announced that its nationally recognized Isaac University (Isaac U) is partnering with Monroe Community College (MCC) in Rochester. This partnership also makes Isaac U coursework completed by Isaac technicians eligible for up to 18 college credits at MCC. Program features Isaac U’s program features full-time instructors, dedicated classrooms, and a special 1,800-sq. ft. technician lab. This lab in Rochester is providing an in-field service exper...

When Isaac talks to its clients, it likes to learn about their entire home. This is to make sure they are as comfortable as possible in their home. Isaac is often asked to refer a contractor to protect finished basements, remedy blown fuses, or fix plumbing. This comes in the form of requests for plumbing services or electricians. “HVAC, electrical, and plumbing are so interconnected. The majority of furnace and air conditioning installations require all three areas of expertise,” s...

Winter’s coming – and no one wants to be stranded in the cold. It's time to let the experts at Isaac ensure that the furnace is fully prepared with furnace preparation for fall. Furnace Tips Turn the furnace on before actually needing it. Most breakdowns happen on the first startup. This will ensure to catch any issues before the cold weather hits. Get a furnace Precision Tune-Up and Safety Inspection (PTSI). This is more than a cleaning. Isaac runs 26 different checks to i...

The colder temperatures are almost here. The user has done everything they can to get the home ready. Insulation’s been added; windows and doors are sealed, and finally upgraded to a smart thermostat. Everything looks great, so let’s bring it on, winter. Except, the furnace just quit. The user’s sitting in a cold home and staring at a potentially gigantic problem. The user could avoid the unrepairable furnace and the inconvenience of being without heat if the user is payi...

Company growth means opportunities for every Isaac employee. Isaac would like to take a moment to recognize the accomplishments that Leslie Young has achieved. Leslie has been instrumental in Isaac’s growth. Leslie joined Isaac as a branch coordinator in 2014. Experience At a young age, Leslie’s dad instilled a work ethic that drove her to pursue the highest level of success. Her hard work paid off. When the opportunity came, Isaac looked no further than Leslie to lead the Avo...

There are a wide variety of pipeline temperature sensors. Each style, no matter how it is made or configured, is absolutely critical in the discussion of an efficient thermal loop. Pipeline temperature sensors can come in the form of a RTD, Thermocouple, Thermistor or even a mercury filled bulb and capillary tube. Configurations can be as small and thin as a human hair, or larger than human arm. No matter the style or mechanical design, if the sensor is not placed in the proper location, the ap...

Heatmasters has finished commissioning an electrical heat treatment furnace for a foundry in Europe. With a loading capacity of 9000 kg and an operating temperature of 1000°C, the furnace was designed according to the customers’ needs, in order to further expand their production capabilities. Electrical heat treatment furnace The furnace includes Heatmasters’ famous digital temperature control system and full automation of two wagons and pneumatic doors. It also implements adva...

The Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant is located on the Olkiluoto Island on the Eura River and it is owned by Teollisuuden Voima Oyj (TVO). The nuclear power plant units Olkiluoto 1 and Olkiluoto 2 (OL1 and OL2) consist of two BWRs (boiling water reactors), each producing 890MW of electricity. OL1 was first connected to Finland’s national grid in September 1978 and OL2 followed in February 1980. Since then, Teollisuuden Voima Oyj (TVO) has systematically modernized the OL1 and OL2 p...

SHI FW Energia FAKOP Sp. z o.o., a subsidiary of Sumitomo SHI FW and Heatmasters Poland once again carried out a joint-defined solution annealing heat treatment process for high alloyed stainless steel coil assemblies. Despite its long-lasting practices and procedures, the details of this process have again been improved due to evolving industry drivers and the existence of continuous improvement practices in both companies. In-depth knowledge, experience, teamwork and focus on details have all...

Heatmasters provided Alu-Releco with a furnace modernization solution which allowed them to move from an old gas-burner furnace to a modern electric furnace. Like all of its solutions, it was custom-tailored to meet their needs whilst providing all the benefits of a modern furnace and temperature control system. Alu-Releco has decades of know-how and experience with surface treatment & coating processes, specializing in professional surface treatment with Teflon- and fluoroplastic coatings....

During the final months of 2020, the Wizards of Metal left Finland and headed towards Uruguay during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Equipped with Heatmasters heat treatment units, the specialists would be working with Andritz personnel to replace bends and ties on several superheaters, during which on-site heat treatment work was required. These works happened during the plants’ annual outage maintenance project, officially called “PGP 2020 (Parada General de Planta)”. Montes...

For more than three decades, Heatmasters has been at the forefront of temperature control systems for metal heat treatment applications. Industry veterans are already familiar with the legendary Rigel controller and HM20/HM25 temperature control program. This technology has proven to be excellent in both accuracy and ease of use, whilst also offering multiple innovative features for end-users. AP-Tela AP-Tela Oy, a Kokkola-based subsidiary of Plc Uutechnic Group Oyj (ex-Vaahto Group), is a pro...

Heatmasters heat treatment furnaces are designed together with the customer to ensure that they provide a heat treatment furnace that is a perfect fit for the operations and heating processes. Recently, Heatmasters delivered another preheating furnace that was tailor-made and delivered to a large multinational corporation providing integrated solutions for the marine industry. The customer will be utilizing this furnace for pre-heating works in a variety of locations worldwide. Heat treatment...

Combined heat and power generation units (CHP) must be quick and easy to install, produce electricity and heat highly efficiently, and have the longest maintenance intervals possible to be able to operate with maximum efficiency. The new Vitobloc 300 NG15 and Vitobloc 300 NG 20 CHP modules are ideally suited to meet these requirements. Compact, quiet, and fully wired Vitobloc 300 NG 15 (15 kWel/39.6 kWth) and Vitobloc 300 NG 20 (20 kWel/45.4 kWth) are compact and fully-wired units with water-...