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ABC - Associated Builders and Contractors

Associated Builders and Contractors is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 21,000 members. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 69 chapters help members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. ABC's membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors.

ACCA - Air Conditioning Contractors of America

ACCA is a non-profit association whose membership includes more than 60,000 professionals from businesses in the indoor environment and energy services community. We work together to promote professional contracting, energy efficiency, and healthy, comfortable indoor environments.

AFE- Association for Facility Engineering Engineers, Inc.

The Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) is a professional membership organization serving all professionals working in the built environment. Just as in social science, AFE defines the term built environment as the surroundings people construct to provide settings for human activity and interaction, ranging in scale from buildings to parks, often including their supporting infrastructure such as water supply and energy networks.

ASHRAE - American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning

ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The Society and its members focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability within the industry. Through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built environment today. ASHRAE was formed as the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers by the merger in 1959 of American Society of Heating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHAE) founded in 1894 and The American Society of Refrigerating Engineers (ASRE) founded in 1904.

EPRI - Electric Power Research Institute

EPRI provides thought leadership, industry expertise, and collaborative value to help the electricity sector identify issues, technology gaps, and broader needs that can be addressed through effective research and development programs for the benefit of society.

IARW - International Association of Refrigeration Warehouses

The International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses (IARW) will build, strengthen and represent the global temperature-controlled third party warehousing and logistics industry. IARW promotes excellence in the global temperature-controlled warehouse and logistics industry.

IIAR - International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration

IIAR is the world's leading advocate for the safe, reliable and efficient use of ammonia and other natural refrigerants. IIAR members share their collective knowledge and experience to produce consensus documents that address various aspects of the natural and industrial refrigeration industry. IIAR has broad industry representation including manufacturers, design engineers, contractors, end users, academics, scientists, and trainers. IIAR sets the standard for providing advocacy, education and the most up-to-date technical information to the ammonia and natural refrigeration community.

IRC - Industrial Refrigeration Consortium

The IRC is a collaborative effort between the University of Wisconsin-Madison and industry. Together we share a common goal of improving safety, efficiency, and productivity of industrial refrigeration systems and technologies. We realize this goal by conducting applied research, delivering knowledge transfer, and providing technical assistance. Although our efforts are focused on industrial refrigeration systems that utilize anhydrous ammonia, we also work with systems that use other refrigerants.

MCAA - Mechanical Contractors Association of America

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) serves the unique needs of approximately 2,600 firms involved in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, piping, and mechanical service. We do this by providing our members with high-quality educational materials and programs to help them attain the highest level of managerial and technical expertise. MCAA includes the Mechanical Service Contractors of America, the Plumbing Contractors of America, the Manufacturer / Supplier Council, the John R. Gentille Foundation and the National Certified Pipe Welding Bureau.

RETA - Refrigerating Engineers & Technicans Association

The Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA), founded in 1910, is an international society of individuals and companies involved in the design, operation and service of industrial refrigeration systems. Its purpose is to provide education and training, as well as networking benefits, to both experienced operators and those who have recently entered this rapidly expanding field.

RSES - Refrigeration Service Engineers Society

Since 1933, Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES) has been a leader in training and education for professional HVACR technicians and contractors.

SMACNA - Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) is an international trade association representing 1,834 member firms in 97 chapters throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and Brazil. A leader in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, SMACNA has offices in Chantilly, VA., which is outside of Washington, D.C., and on Capitol Hill.

Environmental Resources

ANSI - American National Standards Institute

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment system and strengthening its impact, both domestically and internationally.

ISO- International Organization for Standardization

Through its members, it brings together experts to share knowledge and develop voluntary, consensus-based, market relevant International Standards that support innovation and provide solutions to global challenges.

Trade Publications

FacilitiesNet

The site about facility and maintenance management providing cost saving insights, product research, education, salary information, job postings, discussions and editorial interviews about building design, construction, management and maintenance.

Government Resources

U.S. Patent - Classes - Engineering Group

This is the index page for those US patent classes dealing with civil, textile, transportation and HVAC engineering. There are six sub-groups, as follows: Material or article handling; Heating - cooling - buildings - fluid/gas handling; Earthworking and civil engineering; Vehicles and transportation; Office devices - paper handling - coatings; Textiles and appare.

DOE Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Network

The mission of EERE is to create and sustain American leadership in the transition to a global clean energy economy. Its vision is a strong and prosperous America powered by clean, affordable, and secure energy.

EPA - The Environmental Protection Agency

The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment. EPA works to ensure that: Americans have clean air, land and water; National efforts to reduce environmental risks are based on the best available scientific information; Federal laws protecting human health and the environment are administered and enforced fairly, effectively and as Congress intended; Environmental stewardship is integral to U.S. policies concerning natural resources, human health, economic growth, energy, transportation, agriculture, industry, and international trade, and these factors are similarly considered in establishing environmental policy; All parts of society--communities, individuals, businesses, and state, local and tribal governments--have access to accurate information sufficient to effectively participate in managing human health and environmental risks; Contaminated lands and toxic sites are cleaned up by potentially responsible parties and revitalized; and Chemicals in the marketplace are reviewed for safety.

SERC - State Emergency Response Commission Contact List

The Governor of each state has designated a State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) that is responsible for implementing EPCRA provisions within its state.

OSHA - Federal - General Information

With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.

SDS - Safety Data Sheets

CCOHS - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has a vision: the elimination of work-related illnesses and injuries. We serve Canadians - and the world - with credible and relevant tools and resources to improve workplace health and safety programs. We believe that all Canadians have a fundamental right to a healthy and safe working environment. Through our programs, services, knowledge, commitment, and action, CCOHS will continue its efforts to advance health and safety in the workplace.

Commercial Sites

CavCom Two-Way communication devices

Our company was founded on the idea of creating practical and effective solutions for companies facing tough communications challenges. We have enjoyed over 20 years success from building strong relationships with our customers. Practical solutions can only be shaped through listening to clients' needs to fully understand your specific situation, concerns and objectives.

Coil Manufacturer - Krack Coil Co.

Krack is a world leader in the development, manufacture and sale of commercial coils, condensers, condensing units and process cooling equipment. Customers served by Krack include the retail food industry, commercial refrigeration contractors, refrigeration contractors using halocarbon, HVAC contractors, refrigeration OEMs, process cooling businesses, food and beverage manufacturers, air solutions manufacturers, walk-in cooler and fixture manufacturers and other businesses requiring commercial refrigeration equipment. Krack is an industry leader in reliability, energy efficiency and overall equipment performance.

Condenser Manufacturer - Evapco Condensers.

EVAPCO, Inc. is an industry leading manufacturing company with global resources and solutions for worldwide heat transfer applications. We are dedicated to designing and manufacturing the highest quality products for the evaporative cooling and industrial refrigeration markets around the globe.

Danfoss Manufacturer - Special Ammonia Valves and Regulators and other misc. parts

Danfoss engineers technologies that empower the world of tomorrow to build a better future. Learn how our energy efficient technologies empower smart communities and industries to create healthier and more comfortable climates in our buildings and homes and to supply more food with less waste.

FRICK - Compressors

The right refrigeration system helps extend product life span and reduce energy expenses. Our high-quality materials, innovative design, and modern manufacturing methods provide unmatched quality and reliability.

Gamma Graphics- Pipe and Vessel Inspection

A team of NDT experts with 40+ years experience that provides a better one-source pipe inspection service made possible through the smartest NDT inspection technology, Radiometric Profiling (RP), available on the market today.

Gartner Refrigeration - Refrigeration Contractor

Gartner Refrigeration is an industrial refrigeration specialist with over 70 years of design innovation and construction excellence. Key to our success has been our ability to adapt by providing solutions across a full spectrum of application situations.

Howden - Compressors and assorted equipment.

Howden is a global leader in manufacturing air and gas handling solutions. Howden supports multiple sectors including infrastructure, power generation, oil & gas, wastewater, metals, mining and transportation.

Marking Services - Pipe Marking and Identification

MSI offers comprehensive labeling products and identification servicesMarking Services Incorporated (MSI) is a labeling contractor specializing in engineering, manufacturing and installation services of pipe markers, valve tags, equipment identification and in-plant signage on major construction projects. As a single source supplier and contractor, MSI delivers labeling services and a comprehensive range of superior identification products to plant owners and construction contractors for enhanced communications, operability and safety.

NH3Jobs - Industrial Maintenance Jobs

Nh3jobs is the leading job board serving the manufacturing industry.

Parker - Valves and assorted parts.

Parker has defined its unique contribution to the world through a new purpose statement: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. As the global leader in motion and control technologies, Parker plays a pivotal role in applications that have a positive impact on the world.

Robur Corporation SERVEL . - Absorption Refrigeration gas fired air-cooled

Founded in 1956, Robur today is a leading manufacturer whose mission is to offer energy-efficient, gas-powered heating and cooling solutions capable of significantly reducing environmental impact. We achieve this mission through an ongoing, practical commitment to research, innovation, respect for people and respect for the environment.

Shambaugh & Son - Construction & Engineering Services

We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Vilter - Compressors and assorted equipment.

Vilter™ offers the latest products and solutions for industrial refrigeration and oil and gas compression.

United - Refrigeration Inc. Refrigeration Parts and supplies.

United Refrigeration carries top brand name products by manufacturers such as Arcoaire, Bally Refrigerated Boxes, Continental Refrigerator, Copeland, Daikin, Danfoss, Drake Refrigeration, Heatcraft, Honeywell, Hussmann, Johnson Controls, Keeprite Refrigeration, Manitowoc, National Comfort Products, National Refrigerants, Sporlan Valve, Standard Refrigeration, Tecumseh, Trenton Refrigeration and many others.

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