How Fluorescent Dyes Benefit Leak Detection Procedures in AC&R

Have you searched for a leak in an air conditioning or refrigeration system recently? Most likely you used a bubble solution. What’s this bubble solution? It’s one of the most popular methods of leak detection in the HVAC industry. It’s effective when spraying a soapy solution over a suspected surface until a bubble appears. This…

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HVAC Refer Guy Reveals Favorite Spectroline Product

Mike Mayberry a.k.a HVAC_Refer_Guy, a well-known influencer and content creator in the HVAC space, revealed his favorite product from the Spectroline leak detection family. Watch him review his favorite product from Spectroline – EZ-Ject complete fluorescent leak detection kit. ABOUT HVAC Refer Guy   Mike has been in the HVAC/Refrigeration business as a Service Tech/Manager…

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HVAC Refrigerant Leak Detector – Why it’s Important

HVAC systems need refrigerants to achieve the thermal process of obtaining cooling/heating effects.  The Role of Refrigerants in Cooling Heat Absorption: The AC system circulates a refrigerant. An HVAC refrigerant is a specific chemical compound with elements that allow it to absorb heat. The copper coils, typically found inside the indoor unit of the AC,…

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Hydraulic Hose Repair – How to Find Leaks in Your System

Find and Repair Hydraulic System Leaks with Fluorescent Leak Detection Spectroline Editorial Feature Published by Fluid Power Journal Fluorescent leak detection can help save time on hydraulic hose repair. Spectroline’s feature article published by Fluid Power Journal highlights the importance of finding leaks in hydraulic systems. The article discusses types of leaks, leaking fluid costs,…

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Hydraulic Leak Calculator

What’s the real cost of leaking hydraulic fluid? The cost of lost operational fluid can rise into tens of thousands of dollars. Fluid-based systems quickly breakdown, overheat, and fail when there isn’t enough vital, operational fluid. Think about it. When your equipment is stuck in the repair shop, it’s costing you thousands in lost operating revenue. That net revenue includes wages, permits, repair costs, lost working hours, reduced equipment service life – everything.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM CONTAMINATES & FAILURE TYPES

There are many types of hydraulic system contaminates and levels of failure that can hinder the equipment performance. All hydraulic equipment will face wear and tear and even unexpected failures can occur. To prevent disastrous and expensive repairs, enabling a preventative maintenance program can minimize these losses. The best way to stay ahead of this,…

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Jon Cooper Inducted into Long Island Business Hall of Fame

A leader is not defined by a single moment but by a lifetime of work and perseverance. On November 10, 2016, eight individuals who embody this definition will be recognized and inducted into the Long Island Business Hall of Fame. Pioneers in business, politics, education, medicine and philanthropy will be attending the event. Jon Cooper…

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Leak Detection Experts at Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition

Event Recap Looking back on the summer as we enter the fall, let’s not forget about our first year back exhibiting at Reliable Plant Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, Florida. Reliable Plant aims to bring together professionals from maintenance, operations, engineering and leadership to educate and network throughout the four-day event. Our Spectroline leak detection…

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