What Does the Packaged Hot Water System Look Like? The packaged hot water system can include everything needed to turn cold water into hot water …
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and Single-Phase Power
As a representative for Danfoss VLT variable frequency drives (VFD), we often are asked about the use of the VFD when single-phase power is the …
Condense and Conserve – DTE EnergySmarts Magazine
Condense and Conserve DTE EnergySmarts Winter 2023 Magazine Condensing boilers are quickly becoming the system of choice for commercial builders. Learn why – and how …
Existing Hydronic System Volume Calculations
During a recent visit to a K-12 school hydronic system, I was asked if there was a way to determine the total system volume. My tongue …
Packaged Mechanical Systems: Contractor Advantages
The use of packaged systems in the mechanical room design has distinct advantages for engineers. Why would a contractor ever consider a hydronic, steam, or …
Engineers Prefer Packaged Mechanical Room Systems
What is a Mechanical Room Package? A packaged piece of equipment is simply a number of components, pre-piped, wired, and with controls. The components are …
Centrifugal Pumps: Determining Flow Rate Using Amp Readings
We understand that the best way to determine the flow rate of an operating pump is the proper readout of gauges attached to the pump …
Hydronic Systems Pump Minimum Flow Methods
Minimum pump flow rate is critical to the trouble-free operation and longevity of the centrifugal pump. In the last blog we described the use of …
Best of MichBusiness Award – Corp! Magazine
We are proud to announce that R.L Deppmann was selected as a 2022 Best of MichBusiness award honoree by MichBusiness and Corp! Magazine. According to …
Pump Minimum Flow Using a Cla-Val Back Pressure Valve
Minimum pump flow rate is critical to the trouble-free operation and longevity of the centrifugal pump. The pressure sustaining valve or back pressure valve is …