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For years I've had to listen to my pump system manufacturer tell me that their systems work great without pressure tanks. All the while, having to supply pressure tanks on almost every system, in order to make the work correctly. Now I can finally tell you the truth: you need a pressure tank with a booster system! Your alternative is high pressure swings or wasted energy.
As I am writing this, the forecast is highs in the mid 90s all week. No wonder we got a question about using condensate yesterday. Condensate is great water to use on your lawn, or wherever you want. A good rule of thumb is that Your air conditioner will generate about a gallon of water […]
This one was small enough that a day tank was unnecessary. What we call the "straight shot" design is appropriate up to 50 - 100 GPM. The limiting factor is how well the UV handles heat during periods of inactivity. As the UV manufacturers move to LED bulbs, we expect them to do a better […]
Stormwater Management With an ROI Tech Square 3 (TS3) — George Tower | Scheller Tower — is one of Georgia Tech’s biggest recent additions to Midtown Atlanta: two connected towers (18 stories and 14 stories) delivering 400,000+ square feet of new academic, research, and collaboration space. Alongside the architecture and program, TS3 carries a sustainability […]
Correctly sizing a fire protection tank is critical to meeting NFPA 22 standards and ensuring adequate water availability during an emergency. Tank size is typically determined by required fire flow, system demand duration, and refill capabilities. Engineers must consider factors like the occupancy hazard classification, distance from municipal water sources, and pump capacity. Always consult local fire codes and AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) when finalizing specs.
Maybe one day I’ll see a concrete cistern that it doesn’t crack.
Mystery of why Roman buildings have survived so long has been unraveled, scientists say
Georgia Water Tanks now stocks the Tigerflow Ocelot VFD pump system. We loved the Grundfos MQ pump, but it was discontinued some time ago, and reviews of its replacement have been poor. So we are glad to introduce the Ocelot! https://buff.ly/3UCRx6F