Author Archives: Straight North

How Do Heat Exchangers Work?

In simple terms, heat exchangers move thermal energy from a warmer fluid or airstream to [...]

HVAC Industry Trends Shaping the Future of Heating and Cooling

HVAC industry trends are increasingly being shaped by higher efficiency expectations, changing refrigerants, connected equipment, [...]

How to Clean Coils Safely: Maintenance Guide

Dusty coils make an AC system work harder than it has to. Wondering how to [...]

Water Cooling System vs Air Cooling System: Which Solution Should You Choose?

Choosing between a water cooling system and air cooling system comes down to your heat [...]

How to Improve Heat Transfer in Heat Exchangers

Improving heat transfer in a heat exchanger starts with a few fundamentals: providing enough surface [...]

Cased vs. Uncased Coils: What’s the Difference?

The main difference between a cased vs. uncased coil is how it is supplied for [...]

Types of Heat Pipes: A Guide for HVAC, Electronics Cooling, and Industrial Heat Exchangers

In short, a heat pipe is a passive thermal management device: a sealed, vacuum-charged tube [...]

How Do Heat Pipes Work?

Heat pipes move massive amounts of thermal energy through a sealed device without a pump, [...]

How Do Steam Coils Work?

Steam coils help OEM engineers and aftermarket buyers heat air for HVAC equipment. In this [...]

Fluid Cooler vs. Cooling Tower

Choosing between a fluid cooler vs. cooling tower can affect heat rejection performance, water consumption, [...]