Plant & Facility Equipment White Papers

Firestopping Luxury Condominium
Description: Citing the construction and features of Powder Mill Heights condominum located in New Jersey, this white paper describes the firestopping operations conducted in a luxury condominium. The importance of firestopping and fire barrier penetration is... More
Publisher: 3M Specialty Materials Div.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Firwin Industry Series - Underground Mining
Description: Underground mining relies on diesel-powered equipment, while diesel power provides the mine with a reliable and cost effective energy source and accounts for 72% of the energy used by the mining sector. This white paper explores the increasingly... More
Publisher: Firwin Corp.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Fundamentals of Noise Control Problem Solving
Description: Highlighting the fundamentals of noise control problem solving, this technical paper deals with the description of Source/Path/Receiver model, areas and source of noise in the model, and importance of evaluation of areas in the noise control model... More
Publisher: BRD Noise & Vibration Control, Inc.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Got Fireblocking?
Description: Fireblocking integrity as refered in section R602.8.1.2 of the 2000 IRC (International Residential Code) is explained in this document. It highlights the importance of properly penetrated fire blocks, as fire in an unfinished basement with... More
Publisher: Flame Tech, Inc.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Granular Activated Carbon for Water and Wastewater Treatment
Description: Activated carbon, as an adsorbent has the ability to remove a large variety of compounds from contaminated waters. The advantages of granular activated carbon for water and wastewater treatment are presented in this paper. Analyzing the concept of... More
Publisher: Carbtrol Corporation
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Historic Fact about Cement
Description: Some historic facts about cement, the bonding agent and major ingredient in concrete are presented in this document. It also includes a brief note on the evolution of the term from the roman term Caementum which means to cut down in size. More
Publisher: ChemMasters, Inc.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Historical Lighting
Description: In landscape designing, many designers use historically styled lighting as a design element as well as a source of illumination to create a safe and secure environment after dark. This paper explores the advantages of using diverse fixtures that... More
Publisher: Holophane
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Innovative Approach to Noise Minimization of Small Fans
Description: How to minimize noise in small fans is the focus of this white paper. It suggests that in addition to continuous improvement and noise minimization of the drive and its components, the aerodynamic design of the annular gap between the fan blades and... More
Publisher: EBM - Papst, Inc.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

Motor Design, Quality and Performance Are Critical to Reliable Operation of Fans & Blowers
Description: This white paper highlights the impact of motor design, quality, and performance on the reliable operation of fans and blowers, and lists the important factors to be considered while selecting a motor for a fan or blower. Detailing the benefits of... More
Publisher: EBM - Papst, Inc.
Release Date: 2007-03-13

NASA Goddard Targets Fire Safety
Description: This white paper looks at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's ongoing process of maintaining firestop integrity that involves both Goddard's building maintenance personnel and outside contractors, as buildings are upgraded and offices are moved... More
Publisher: 3M Specialty Materials Div.
Release Date: 2007-03-13