The author uncovers an early Trane float air vent—offering a look at coal-era steam heating design, failed radiator traps, and what contractors should watch for in aging two-pipe systems. The first ...
Whether you have a hot water system or a steam system, you want to get rid of the air. In a hot water system, if enough air accumulates in one place in the system, it can stop water circulation. It ...
(From left to right) Hoang “Patrick” Le (MSE 4th Year), Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering Mohammad Heidarinejad, and Christopher Riley (ME ’18, M.S. ARCE ’22). CHICAGO—October 31, ...