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Pump Talk: Impeller Trimming for Variable Speed Pumps
We know there are efficiency advantages to full-sized impellers on Variable Speed Pumps. But trimming your impeller has its perks, too.

Joe Britt, PE
Dec 5, 20231 min read
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HVAC System Contamination: Solutions to a Dirty Problem
If you suspect your hydronic HVAC system is contaminated, it may be time to look into separators, strainers, and other filtration options.

Kelly Patterson
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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VFD Pumps vs. SelfSensing Pumps: The Real Story
There’s no question that variable speed pumps are a fantastic energy saver. But could you be saving even more by using a SelfSensing pump?

Kelly Patterson
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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Pump Talk: Shaft Alignment for Base Mounted Flexible Coupled Pumps
If a pump isn’t installed and shaft-aligned correctly, it will never run properly and will almost certainly fail before it should.

Matt Rogers
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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The Case for Vertical Inline Close-Coupled Pumps
Here are some of the reasons you might consider a vertical inline close-coupled pump over an end suction pump.

Kelly Patterson
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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Condensing vs. Non-Condensing Boilers
There are a lot of factors that go into choosing the right boiler. Does your project need condensing or non-condensing?

Kelly Patterson
Dec 4, 20232 min read
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Pump Talk: 6 Advantages of Variable Speed Pumps
We know the efficiency perks of Variable Speed Pumps, but what other advantages do they bring to the table?

Kelly Patterson
Dec 4, 20231 min read
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Pump Talk: Efficiency Advantages of Variable Speed Pumps
Did you know there are also efficiency advantages that may be realized with the variable speed pump itself?

Joe Britt, PE
Dec 4, 20232 min read
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Simple Piping Systems: A Low-Cost Method for Hydronic Heating
A simple piping system utilizes one pipe to circulate water around a building and fractional horsepower pumps to run through each coil.

Joe Britt, PE
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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Quick Hydronic and Engineered Plumbing Quiz
If you think you know a lot about the hydronic side of HVAC, we are about to put you to the test. Take the quiz to assess your knowledge!

Hoffman Hydronics Marketing
Dec 1, 20231 min read
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Is Your Commercial Boiler System Oversized?
No one wants to risk under-sizing a system by design, and perfection is not possible, so by deduction, they all must be oversized!

Joe Britt, PE
Nov 30, 20233 min read
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Best Installation Practices for All HVAC Pump Styles
If you want to keep commercial pumps running for the long haul, you need to ensure that best installation practices are followed.

Joe Britt, PE
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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4 Things to Know about Raypak Boilers
Hoffman Hydronics salespeople work with manufacturers like Raypak to determine the best boiler solution for your commercial facility.

Hoffman Hydronics Marketing
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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Pump Talk: 4 Benefits of Laser Pump Alignment
Proper laser pump shaft alignment can help prevent breakdowns and significantly reduce pump downtime.

Sarah Lazo
Nov 3, 20232 min read
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Safeguarding Hydronic HVAC Systems: An Overview of Backflow Prevention
Backflow prevention is a key feature of any safe, efficient commercial hydronic HVAC system.

Ally O'Reilly
Oct 20, 20234 min read
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Gas Regulators 101: How They Work and Why Your Project Might Need One
Regulators help reduce the pressure coming from your gas line to best suit the appliance you're using.

Dalton Cobb
Sep 13, 20232 min read
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What is Grease and Why Does it Matter?
Proper lubrication of mechanical equipment is essential to maintaining quality and ensuring the long life of your machine.

Ally O'Reilly
Jul 21, 20232 min read
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HVAC Pump Mechanical Seal Replacement: 9 Tips to Do It Right the First Time!
nine tips from our experienced pump professionals that will help ensure your seal replacement is done right the first time!

Matt Rogers
Jul 10, 20232 min read
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How to Combat Iron Oxide in Hydronic HVAC Systems
Air in a hydronic HVAC system can be a problem, specifically when it comes to the development of corrosive iron oxide. When system...

Kelly Patterson
Jul 10, 20233 min read
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Pump Talk: An Explainer on Minimum Speeds for HVAC Pumps
If you need to ensure that your HVAC equipment is performing efficiently during any load condition, you should contact your manufacturer's r

Joe Britt, PE
Jul 10, 20231 min read
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