Entries by Ian Johnston

3D-Coverage Enhances Fire Safety with Performance-Based Standards for Emergency Signaling

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Fire Safety Protocols: Candela Rating vs. Performance-Based Standards Emergency signaling is an essential component of fire safety. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) offers performance-based standards as one of two frameworks specifying signaling requirements, alongside traditional candela ratings. Performance-based standards offer the superior approach, not only strengthening the safety of system design, but also resulting […]

Pfannenberg USA Launches X-Series Cooling Units

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We are excited to announce our new X-Series cooling units. The innovative X-Series marks a focus in energy efficiency and operational effectiveness for industrial cooling applications. Designed to meet the demanding needs of modern industries, the X-Series units feature an optimized control algorithm using inverter technology, developed from years of expertise. This allows for the […]

Find Pfannenberg’s Industrial Fire Alarm Signaling Solutions at 2024 NFPA Conference & Expo

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  Pfannenberg to Showcase Industrial Fire Alarm Signaling Solutions at 2024 NFPA Conference & Expo   Meet Us at Booth #2220 to learn more about our solutions   Pfannenberg will present innovative fire alarming solutions tailored specifically for industrial applications at the upcoming 2024 NFPA Conference & Expo, scheduled from June 17 to 19 at the […]

Closed Loop Cooling for Electrical Enclosures in Commercial Bakeries

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Solutions to Reduce Maintenance & Repair Costs   Electrical Enclosures and Enclosure Air Conditioners Electrical enclosures and enclosure air conditioners often fall victim to flour damage in the make-up area of commercial bakeries. The “make-up area” is where dough is prepared by combining flour, moisture, and heat. When flour becomes wet due to ambient humidity […]

Pfannenberg USA Unveils Green Series DTI 6000 Cooling Units

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We are excited to announce our new Green Series DTI 6000 Cooling Units. These cooling solutions represent a transformative leap in enclosure cooling technology, protecting vulnerable electronics while protecting the environment. By employing a closed-loop design, these units effectively seal out ambient air, ensuring the recirculation of clean, cool air throughout the enclosure. This innovative […]

A Look at Signaling Industry Trends

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Wireless and LED Technology Offers Flexibility and Reliability By Jake Vernon, Pfannenberg USA, Inc. Emergency notification systems are critical to plant safety, but can be unwieldy and costly. A number of variables impact the implementation of an effective signaling system including the size of the facility, the types of alerts needed, budget constraints, and the […]

Selecting a Filter Fan for Outdoor Applications

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  What are filter fans? Filter fans protect electrical enclosures from external environmental damage. From heat control to mitigating the ingress of liquid and solid objects, filter fans provide another layer of protection for the electrical equipment housed within enclosures. Filter fans protect critical equipment by reducing thermal load and filtering out airborne particles larger than […]