Proactive Measures That Will Make You Love Winter
Winter is just around the corner! However, it’s not too late to prepare. There are still many proactive measures you can take to help your family love winter….
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How Do Self Regulating Heating Cables Work?
In 1972, the Raychem Corporation (now a part of nVent) patented and launched the world’s first self-regulating heating cable. Since then, the company has sold and installed over…
Sometimes Less Truly is More – The Case For 3 Watt/Ft Electric Heating Cable for Pipe Freeze Protection
The first application of nVent Raychem self-regulating technology more than 50 years ago was to keep water pipes from freezing. Now more than 50 years and hundreds of…
How RIM Systems Can Protect Your Roof
Ice dams and icicles are some of the most dangerous hazards a roof can face during winter. They can affect all kinds of roofs types including flat roofs,…
Commercial Pipe Heat Tracing System TIC/TOC Considerations
When looking at any Commercial pipe heat tracing system project, two types of costs come into consideration: Total Investment Cost (TIC) Total Operating Cost (TOC). TIC includes the…
Why Mechanical Engineers Appreciate Electric Heat Tracing During Winter
During winter, freezing weather can bring many problems. For mechanical engineers this can especially be a headache. Let’s learn how electric heat tracing solutions can bring timely solutions.
Reduce the Operational Cost of Your Heat Tracing System
When looking at any heat tracing system project, two types of costs come into consideration: Total Investment Cost (TIC) and Total Operating Cost (TOC). TIC includes the cost…
Long-Term Preventative Measures to Avoid Winter Accidents
Building owners cannot afford to ignore the ever-increasing cost of building damage and personal injury liability associated with winter accidents. When it comes to winter weather, there are…
Is Pipe Insulation Enough to Prevent Them from Freezing?
Freezing winter weather often takes a toll on buildings and the infrastructure within them. Prolonged periods of freezing temperatures cause particular problems to exposed pipework around all types…
Self Regulating Heat Trace Cables: A Clever Way to Melt the Ice
Ice is one of the most dangerous elements that comes with winter weather. Whether it accumulates on building roofs, pipes, the ground or other objects, ice can be…