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Thermal Imaging 101: Slides/Handouts

Thermal Imaging 101: Slides/Handouts

Click the Link below for a copy of the slides used in TruTech Tools Thermal Imaging 101 training by John Pratten, III. FINAL TruTech Intro to Thermography 101 Sign up for FREE LIVE session HERE (click on the Thermal Imaging tab). or Watch a recorded session HERE. Thermography 101 - 75 Minutes Instructor: John W. Pratten III Introduction to Thermography Participants in this course will come away with a better understand of the science behind and practical uses of Thermal Imaging. Topics wil …
10th May 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
TruTech Owners Live on HomeTalk USA

TruTech Owners Live on HomeTalk USA

TruTech Owners Live on HomeTalk USA Mark your calendar! TruTech owners Bill Spohn and Jim Bergmann will be interviewed on HomeTalk USA with Mike King live on May 19, 2012 at 10:30 AM CST. You can record the show or listen live here.
5th May 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
Making Good Airflow Measurements

Making Good Airflow Measurements

As you probably know, making a good airflow measurement can be one of the toughest tasks you will face. TruTechTools has found that the testo 417, large vane anemometer, offers a best in class solution to measurement of airflow at supplies and returns. You can learn more about the product HERE or see our Video of how to use it HERE. And while it is a relatively easy device to use, we have found that many people need a little coaching to get the most out of it. So, based upon our hundreds of hour …
30th Apr 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
After 5 Years – We Knew We'd Find Ya! The TruTech Story

After 5 Years – We Knew We'd Find Ya! The TruTech Story

TruTech Tools was founded as a retirement hobby for James C. Bergmann (Jim Sr.) who worked with his son, James L. Bergmann (Jim, Jr.), in product selection, establishing a website and online advertising. Both father and son have racked up decades of experience as HVAC technicians and in HVAC supply house distribution. Jim, Jr. is also trained and employed as an award-winning, secondary school HVAC instructor, with a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and experience gained in naval ser …
20th Apr 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
FREE PASS to ACI TRADESHOW

FREE PASS to ACI TRADESHOW

Download, print, and fill out this form for a FREE TRADESHOW hall pass for Affordable Comfort 2012 in Baltimore, March 28–29! EXPOPASS – AC12 Stop by the TruTech Tools booth #505 and pick up a FREE VENT cover from MavCap Industries. If you register to attend the full conference, come listen to Bill Spohn cover the topics of AC Tune Ups and AirFlow. …
21st Mar 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
Thermal Selector Guide for Empower Contractors

Thermal Selector Guide for Empower Contractors

CLICK HERE for the TTT Thermal Selector for Empower Contractors TruTechTools makes it easy for you to choose and use a thermal imager. We have put together this chart to help New York State contractors (working on EMPOWER programs) to choose the best imager to maximize your rebate. Choose from testo, Fluke or FLIR brands. We have included every key specification as specified by the program (and a few more of our own) so you know EXACTLY what you are getting for your money. …
15th Mar 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
Measuring Air Flow

Measuring Air Flow

Jim Bergmann's passion for correctly measuring air flow is evident in this piece! Measuring Air Flow Tips and Techniques Technicians and manufactures have long struggled with issues of airflow and airflow measurement. Due to the time-intensive nature of many measurement procedures and the limited tool selection of the technician, it has been common to use gross airflow estimation methods that are uncorrected. The temperature rise method, total external static method, pressure drop across filte …
10th Feb 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.
Keeping electronics out of the landfill, one microwave at a time.

Keeping electronics out of the landfill, one microwave at a time.

NERD-SPOILER ALERT: My 3 year-old microwave recently failed (turntable runs when door is open, etc). The one before it lasted 30 years! I hate to "landfill" things if it is a minor issue and quoted repair is >$100 (Silly to repair when it cost $125 delivered)…An inquiring mind wants to know what went wrong… I found this on the 'net: "Door switch failure: What usually causes these switches to fail is opening the door while the oven is cooking, instead of using the "STOP" pad on the control p …
4th Feb 2012 TruTech Tools, Ltd.