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What Is a VAV Diffuser?

Posted by Price Industries on January 4, 2022 at 9:47 AM
A selection of Price's VAV diffuser offering.

An Energy-Efficient Solution for Small-Zone Control

A variable air volume (VAV) diffuser is essentially a ceiling diffuser with a built-in VAV damper and thermostat. Despite its simplicity, this device comes with many benefits and is an effective way to create small-zone comfort for building occupants.

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Topics: GRD, Diffusers, Thermal Comfort, HVAC Fundamentals, HVAC, Engineering, Design Engineering

What is Smudging?

Posted by Price Industries on July 13, 2021 at 11:26 AM
Smudging pattern of 4 way square diffuser

Dirt Deposits around Ceiling Diffusers

Smudging is more commonly known among First Nations as a ceremonial burning of one or more medicines gathered from the earth. In the world of HVAC, smudging is a term used to describe dirt being deposited on the ceiling around a supply diffuser, a common problem in all types of buildings.

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Topics: GRD, Diffusers, HVAC Fundamentals, HVAC, Engineering, Design Engineering, Tech Tip

VAV Diffusers in High Performance Air Systems

Posted by Price Industries on August 11, 2020 at 12:04 PM

Creating Comfort, Efficiency and Sustainability with VAV Diffusers

High performance air systems demand modern design approaches with leading-edge
products and technology in order to optimize comfort and reduce energy consumption. A
comfortable environment is achieved by providing the smallest possible zones of temperature
control, allowing for individual temperature distribution and better air movement. Reduction
in energy is realized by designing a low-pressure HVAC system that allows for maximum
turn-down while maintaining temperatures.

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Topics: GRD, Diffusers, Static Pressure, Pressure Drop, Thermal Comfort, HVAC Fundamentals, HVAC, Engineering, Design Engineering

Operating Room Ceiling Design

Posted by Price Industries on July 28, 2020 at 1:15 PM

Considerations for Modern Operating Room Air Distribution

Due to the ever-increasing demand for valuable ceiling space, modern operating room (OR) ceiling and air distribution systems must continuously improve and adapt to meet the demands presented by ceiling mounted medical equipment.

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Topics: Diffusers, HVAC, Engineering, Design Engineering, Tech Tip, Engineering Update, Critical Environments, Lighting, ASHRAE 170

Price Product Catalog 8

Posted by Price Industries on March 10, 2020 at 12:19 PM
Price Product Catalog 8

The Fully Redesigned Product Catalog

Price’s commitment to research, development, innovation, and precision engineering remains the cornerstone of the company. We invest relentlessly in product development, in both differentiated niche products and standard commodity products. Our Edition 8 Products Catalog is a 1,400-page collection of product descriptions, dimensions and performance data across 9 product categories.

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Topics: Noise Control, GRD, Diffusers, Grilles, Terminals, Fan Coils, Beams, Displacement, Underfloor, Controls, HVAC Fundamentals, HVAC, Engineering, Training, Catalog, Handbook

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