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Carbon Trust: How businesses can save money from thin air
UK businesses could save £110m from efficient use of compressed air UK businesses could save up to £110m a year by taking simple low and no cost actions to improve their compressed air systems and processes, according to new guidance published today by the Carbon Trust. Contrary to perception, compressed air is not a free or low cost resource and accounts for around 10% of UK ...
By Carbon Trust
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New High Speed Micro Leak Detector for filled Aerosol cans
Our AeroCan° family of Micro Leak Detection Systems for filled aerosol cans offers a very economical and practical solution to achieve immediate production savings and improve safety and quality by eliminating bubble detectors and water bath operators. In addition, the complementary water bath test method with partially submersed cans generates accurate data to be easily and consistently ...
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ASTM E1827 - 11 standard test methods for determining airtightness of buildings using an orifice blower door
Airtightness—Building airtightness is one factor that affects building air change rates under normal conditions of weather and building operation. These air change rates account for a significant portion of the space-conditioning load and affect occupant comfort, indoor air quality, and building durability. These test ...
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ASTM E1998 - 11 standard guide for assessing depressurization-induced backdrafting and spillage from vented combustion appliances
Although a number of different methods have been used to assess backdrafting and spillage (see NFPA 54, CAN/CGSB-51.71, and 1-4) a single well-accepted method is not yet available. At this point, different methods can yield different results. In addition, advantages and drawbacks of different methods have not been ...
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ASTM E2319 - 04(2011) Standard Test Method for Determining Air Flow Through the Face and Sides of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen
This test method is a standard procedure for determining the air flow characteristics of various components of the window system under specified air pressure differences at ambient conditions. Note 3—The air pressure differences acting across a building envelope vary greatly. The factors affecting air pressure differences and the implications or the resulting air ...
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ASTM E1680 - 11 standard test method for rate of air leakage through exterior metal roof panel systems
This test method is a standard procedure for determining air leakage characteristics under specified air pressure differences. Note 1—The air pressure differences acting across a building envelope vary greatly. The slope of the roof and other factors affecting air pressure differences and the implications of the resulting air leakage relative to the ...
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ASTM E741 - 11 standard test method for determining air change in a single zone by means of a tracer gas dilution
Effects of Air Change—Air change often accounts for a significant portion of the heating or air-conditioning load of a building. It also affects the moisture and contaminant balances in the building. Moisture-laden air passing through the building envelope can permit condensation and cause material degradation. An appropriate level ...
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ASTM E1514 - 98(2011) standard specification for structural standing seam steel roof panel systems
This specification covers the design, construction, and weatherability of structural standing seam steel roof panel systems. It includes performance requirements for the following elements only: panels, concealed panel clips, panel/clip anchorage, and panel joint sealers. Panel material shall be a hot dip metallic coated product in accordance with one of the following commonly used ...
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ASTM E2128 - 12 Standard Guide for Evaluating Water Leakage of Building Walls
This guide is intended to provide building professionals with a comprehensive methodology for evaluating water leakage through walls. It addresses the performance expectations and service history of a wall, the various components of a wall, and the interaction between these components and adjacent construction. It is not intended as a ...
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Federal Court Approves Settlement of Environmental Claims Against Weylchem US, Inc. Facilities in Elgin and Lugoff, South Carolina
U.S. Attorney Bill Nettles, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that United States District Court Judge Cameron Currie approved a consent decree with Weylchem US, Inc. to resolve alleged violations of federal and state air, water, and solid waste pollution laws at Weylchem’s specialty chemical manufacturing facility in Elgin and its ...
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